Kids Jiu Jitsu in Miramar Beach | Ages 9–13 Star Points, Inside Position & Headlocks

Most of the time you don't need a submission. Getting to a good position and saying "stop" is enough. In this kids class for ages 9–13 at Coastal Jiu Jitsu in Miramar Beach, the students work breakfalls, inside position, snap downs to headlocks, and single leg X sweeps, and earn star points for good effort.

If you want your child to be able to handle a bully calmly, this class shows the plan we teach.

Inside this class

Warm-ups include breakfalls into guard and a reminder that every try makes you a little better. The coach explains that getting into side control, mount or back and saying "I told you to stop" usually ends it without a submission. Staying focused means doing what you have to do: homework, vegetables, and the hard things.

On the feet, the students start in a wrestling stance, use an elbow tie to block a collar tie, and learn that inside position wins. Star points reward doing exactly what's being taught. They work snap downs to headlocks with a chin strap, a points game for pushing out of bounds and putting hands on the mat, and why you stand with your feet by your partner's hips. On the ground they work single leg X sweeps, then submission rounds and a closing word on discipline.

Video timestamps

00:11 Lines and warm-up
05:28 Breakfalls to guard
09:07 Every try gets a little better
12:01 Position, then say stop
15:01 Focus: do what you have to do
17:00 Taking people down
20:49 Elbow tie vs. collar tie
24:09 Inside position wins
27:10 Star points for effort
30:08 Snap down to headlock
32:00 Points game
38:57 Feet by the hips
47:40 Single leg X sweeps
58:27 Discipline

Key technical concepts

Position, then say stop. A good position and a firm voice usually end a problem without a submission.

Inside position wins. Being on the inside gives you control on the feet.

Effort earns points. Star points reward doing exactly what's being taught.

Why this work matters

Discipline means doing what you have to do, even the hard things. Children practice that on the mat and take it home. 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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