Kids Jiu Jitsu That Builds Confident, Strong, and Resilient Kids
led by 10x World Champion Bruno Malfacine and 3x World Champion Ge Malfacine.
Every child walks through our doors with a different goal.
Some want to learn self-defense. Some need more confidence. Some are shy and unsure. Some are full of energy and need structure. Some may one day want to compete at the highest level.
At Bruno Malfacine Jiu Jitsu Academy, our Kids Program is designed to meet each child where they are and help them grow through Jiu Jitsu. Under the guidance of Bruno and Ge Malfacine, students learn real technique, discipline, focus, respect, confidence, and how to stay calm under pressure.
This is more than a martial arts class. It is a program built to help children become stronger on and off the mats.
More Than Jiu Jitsu. A Tool for Life.
The Kids Jiu Jitsu Program at Bruno Malfacine Jiu Jitsu Academy helps children build the skills they need to protect themselves, believe in themselves, and carry themselves with confidence.
Led by world champion coaches Bruno Malfacine and Ge Malfacine, the program teaches children the foundations of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in a safe, structured, and encouraging environment. Students learn how to move, listen, focus, work with partners, solve problems, and improve one step at a time.
But the real impact goes beyond technique.
Jiu Jitsu teaches children how to stay calm in uncomfortable situations. It teaches them how to handle pressure, set boundaries, respect others, and keep going when something is hard. Over time, students begin to change. They become more confident. More focused. More aware. More comfortable with challenges.
That transformation is the heart of our program.
From shy and unsure to confident and strong
One of the most powerful parts of teaching kids Jiu Jitsu is watching their confidence grow.
A child may start nervous, quiet, or unsure of themselves. With the right coaching, structure, and encouragement, they begin to stand taller. They learn how to move their body, how to use technique, how to work with a partner, and how to speak up for themselves.
Jiu Jitsu gives children a safe place to practice being brave.
They learn that they do not need to be the biggest, loudest, or strongest person in the room to be capable. They learn how to stay calm, how to protect themselves, and how to use discipline instead of fear.
This is why our program is about much more than winning matches. It is about helping children become confident, strong, and prepared for life.
Led by Bruno and Ge Malfacine
led by 10x World Champion Bruno Malfacine and 3x World Champion Ge Malfacine.
The Kids Program is led by two of the most accomplished athletes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Bruno Malfacine and Ge Malfacine. Together, they bring world championship experience, technical excellence, and a deep commitment to helping children grow. Their goal is not only to teach Jiu Jitsu, but to use Jiu Jitsu as a tool to help children build confidence, discipline, self-defense skills, and success beyond the mats.
Malfacine
Head Instructor.
Bruno Malfacine is one of the most accomplished competitors in the history of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As a 10x World Champion and IBJJF Hall of Fame athlete, Bruno understands what it takes to reach the highest level.
But his coaching philosophy is not only for future champions.
Bruno believes every student walks in with a different goal. Some children may want to compete. Some may want to learn self-defense. Some may need confidence, discipline, or a positive outlet. His mission is to help each child move toward their own goal while using Jiu Jitsu as a tool to change their life.
In Bruno’s classes, students learn structure, focus, technical detail, discipline, and respect. They are challenged, supported, and encouraged to become better every time they step on the mat.
Malfacine
Role Model.
Ge Malfacine, known throughout the Jiu Jitsu world as Gezary Matuda, is a 3x IBJJF World Champion, 3x Pan American Champion, and European Open Champion.
As a coach, Ge brings energy, care, discipline, and a powerful understanding of how Jiu Jitsu can transform a child’s confidence.
Her focus is not only on teaching techniques. It is on helping children become comfortable under pressure, stay calm in difficult situations, build mental control, and learn how to set boundaries.
For young students, especially young girls, Ge is an example of strength, confidence, and discipline. She shows children that being strong is not about being aggressive. It is about being prepared, calm, respectful, and confident.
Every child has a different goal
Not every child starts Jiu Jitsu for the same reason.
Some parents want their child to learn self-defense. Some want their child to build confidence. Some want help with focus, discipline, or emotional control. Some children love sports and may eventually want to compete.
Our Kids Program supports all of those goals.
Students are guided through a structured learning environment where they can progress at their own pace. They learn the same core values every champion needs: consistency, effort, respect, humility, and resilience.
Whether your child wants to become a world champion or simply become more confident in everyday life, Jiu Jitsu gives them a path to grow.
Little eagles program
A positive first step into jiu jitsu
The Little Eagles Program is designed for younger students beginning their Jiu Jitsu journey.
At this stage, the goal is to help children feel comfortable, confident, and excited to learn. Classes focus on basic movement, coordination, listening skills, partner work, simple self-defense concepts, and the foundations of Jiu Jitsu.
Little Eagles learn how to follow instructions, move safely, respect their teammates, and participate in a structured class environment. Through games, drills, and age-appropriate techniques, they begin developing body awareness, balance, confidence, and discipline.
This program is ideal for children who are new to martial arts, need a positive outlet for energy, or would benefit from building confidence in a supportive setting.
What Little Eagles Develop
Confidence
Children begin to believe in themselves as they learn new movements and small skills.
Listening and Focus
Students practice following directions, staying engaged, and participating in class.
Coordination and Body Awareness
Jiu Jitsu helps children improve balance, movement, control, and physical confidence.
Respect and Teamwork
Students learn how to train safely with partners and treat others with respect.
Comfort With Challenge
Kids begin learning that trying, making mistakes, and trying again are part of growth.
Junior Eagles Program
Building Stronger, More Confident Students
The Junior Eagles Program is designed for older children who are ready for more structure, more technical detail, and continued personal growth through Jiu Jitsu.
Students build on the foundations of movement, self-defense, and discipline while learning more advanced Jiu Jitsu concepts. Classes include technical instruction, partner drills, positional training, controlled sparring when appropriate, and lessons that help students apply Jiu Jitsu with confidence and respect.
Junior Eagles learn how to think through problems, stay calm under pressure, and use technique instead of strength. They begin to understand positions, escapes, control, transitions, submissions, and self-defense situations in a safe and age-appropriate way.
The goal is not just to create better athletes. The goal is to create more confident, respectful, and resilient young people.
What Junior Eagles Develop
Self-Defense Skills
Students learn how to protect themselves using movement, leverage, distance, control, and technique.
Mental Control
Jiu Jitsu teaches students how to stay calm when they are uncomfortable or under pressure.
Confidence and Boundaries
Students learn how to carry themselves with confidence and understand the importance of setting boundaries.
Discipline and Responsibility
Older students are expected to show focus, respect, effort, and maturity on the mat.
Problem-Solving
Jiu Jitsu teaches children to think, adjust, and keep working through challenges.
Competition Readiness, If Desired
For students interested in competing, Junior Eagles provides a strong technical and mental foundation.
A Safe, Structured, and Supportive Environment
Parents want to know their child is in the right place.
At Bruno Malfacine Jiu Jitsu Academy, kids classes are structured, supervised, and designed to help students learn safely. Children are taught how to train with control, respect their partners, follow instructions, and move at an appropriate pace.
The environment is positive but disciplined. Students are encouraged, but they are also expected to listen, participate, and try their best.
Your child does not need experience to start. They only need a willingness to try.
During the free 1-week trial, our coaches will help your child get comfortable, join the class, and begin learning at the right level.
Little Eagles or Junior Eagles?
Little Eagles
Best for younger students who are just beginning Jiu Jitsu.
Focus areas include movement, coordination, listening, confidence, partner work, basic self-defense, and comfort on the mats.
Junior Eagles
Best for older students ready for more structure and technical development.
Focus areas include fundamentals, self-defense, positional awareness, discipline, mental control, boundaries, and controlled live training when appropriate.
Not Sure Which Class Is Right?
Start with a free 1-week trial. Our coaches will help place your child in the class that best fits their age, maturity, comfort level, and experience.
Try kids jiu jitsu free for 1 week
Give your child the chance to experience Jiu Jitsu in a safe, positive, and world-class environment.
During the free trial, your child will meet the coaches, join a kids class, learn basic movements, and experience how Jiu Jitsu can help them build confidence, focus, and self-defense skills.
No experience is required.
Located in College Park, Orlando.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Many students begin with no martial arts experience. Our coaches will help your child start at the right pace.
Safety is a major part of the program. Students are taught how to move, train with partners, and practice techniques with control and respect.
Yes. Students learn practical self-defense concepts including movement, balance, control, escapes, distance, and how to stay calm under pressure.
No. Competition is optional. Some students may want to compete, while others train for confidence, discipline, fitness, and self-defense.
Comfortable athletic clothing is fine for the first class. The academy can provide guidance on uniforms after the trial.
That is completely normal. Many children start shy or unsure. The program is designed to help students build confidence gradually in a supportive environment.
Help Your Child Become Confident, Strong, and Prepared
Jiu Jitsu can help your child learn self-defense, build discipline, stay calm under pressure, set boundaries, and grow with confidence.
At Bruno Malfacine Jiu Jitsu Academy, your child will learn from world champion coaches in a program designed to support their goals — whether they want to compete, learn self-defense, or simply become stronger on and off the mats.
Located in College Park, Orlando.