Kids Jiu Jitsu in Miramar Beach | Ages 6–8 Frames, Lego Hands & the Guard Phases

Losing is okay as long as you give your best effort. In this kids class for ages 6–8 at Coastal Jiu Jitsu in Miramar Beach, the children work on frames, Lego hands and the four phases of the guard, and learn that being a good teammate matters too.

If your child is shy or afraid to fail, this class shows the encouragement we give every step of the way.

Inside this class

Warm-ups include snake crawls, crab walks, breakfalls and round outs. During stretching the children recite Rule Number Four together: never punch or kick the bully, establish control and negotiate.

The lesson covers Lego hands on the knees so a partner can't push you around, feet on different levels, and hopping and turning to follow a passer. Then the guard phases: know the guards, establish a guard with four points of control, off-balance to hands or hips, and attack by coming on top. The children learn that if someone gets past your feet and knees the match is over, and that's okay with your best effort. They also learn "position before submission."

Video timestamps

00:14 Animal movements
03:09 Breakfalls
05:51 Round offs vs. round outs
09:36 Stretching
11:58 Rule Number Four
15:00 Lego hands on the knees
18:01 Hop and turn to follow
20:49 The guard phases
24:04 Attaching to a guard
27:03 Being a good teammate
30:05 Wrestling up with the feet
33:03 Phase four: attack
36:12 Best effort matters
44:58 Review the phases

Key technical concepts

Best effort is enough. Losing is okay when you give your best.

Position before submission. Get control first, then attack.

Be a good teammate. Helping your partner learn matters too.

Why this work matters

Encouragement at every step helps shy children and children afraid to fail keep trying. Every child is coached at their own level, and partners learn to keep each other safe.

Every kids class at Coastal Jiu Jitsu is built around our Five Rules of Engagement:
1. Avoid the fight at all costs.
2. If punched or kicked, defend yourself.
3. If called names, follow the three T steps: talk, tell, tackle.
4. Never punch or kick the bully—establish control and negotiate.
5. When applying submissions, use minimal force and negotiate.

New to Jiu Jitsu?

Your child doesn't need any experience to start. New children learn the basics first through drills and games, with coaching at every step. Classes are grouped by age, so children train with others at a similar stage, and partners are taught to look after each other.

Train with us

Coastal Jiu Jitsu is located in Miramar Beach, Florida, serving families from Destin, Sandestin, Santa Rosa Beach, 30A, Freeport, Inlet Beach, and surrounding Northwest Florida communities. Drop-ins are welcome in any class, whether you live here or are visiting the area.

Looking for an activity that helps your child build confidence, focus, and friendships? Contact us with your questions or book a first class.

Website: https://www.coastaljiujitsu.us
Phone: 850-866-2861
Address: 10859 Emerald Coast Pkwy W Unit 403, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
Book a class: https://book.squareup.com/appointments/uuwnvg15zeylf9/location/LB8NT9SDM4ESA/services

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