Why EVERY Child Needs Jiu-Jitsu
Empower your child against bullying with the Gracie Bullyproof Program!
Exclusively offered at Ronin Athletics, New York City's Gracie Certified Training Center.
2024 CLASS SCHEDULE
| TUESDAY | THURSDAY | SATURDAY |
|---|---|---|
| Little Champs (ages 5-7) 4:00pm-4:45pm | Little Champs (ages 5-7) 4:00pm-4:45pm | Little Champs (ages 5-7) 12:30-1:15pm |
| Junior Grapplers (ages 8-12) 4:45pm-5:30pm | Junior Grapplers (ages 8-12) 4:45pm-5:30pm | Junior Grapplers (ages 8-12) 1:30pm-2:15pm |
Prepare Your Child For Life
Every month in the United States, three million children miss school due to fear of bullies. In the Gracie Bullyproof program, our goal is to instill your child with unshakable confidence so they can overcome bullies without violence. Due to the non-violent nature of the techniques, CNN, ABC, NBC, and Oprah have featured the Gracie Bullyproof program as one of the few effective counter-measures to bullying for children between the ages of 5 and 12.
Fighting Fire with Water
While many martial arts programs focus on aggressive strikes like punches, kicks, knees, and elbows, Gracie Bullyproof takes a unique approach. Our techniques are entirely defensive, with no strikes involved. We emphasize verbal de-escalation to prevent physical confrontation and equip children with non-violent methods to neutralize threats and maintain control until help arrives. With Gracie Bullyproof, we teach children to respond with non-aggression, so you never have to worry about them becoming bullies themselves.
Our Threefold Strategy
Increased Awareness: Harassment comes in many forms. Sometimes, a victim doesn’t take a stand because they can’t differentiate between “joking” and “bullying.” We teach your child to differentiate between harmless play and harmful harassment so they know precisely when and how to act in each circumstance.Unshakable Confidence: Confidence is the key to being Bullyproof. Bullies often target those who appear vulnerable and tolerant of their abuse. We provide your child with the essential tools to overcome physical, verbal, and psychological harassment, fostering such self-assuredness that bullies won't even attempt to harass them.Total Responsibility: We equip your child to handle bullies while ensuring they don't become one themselves. Our program emphasizes discipline, responsibility, and respect throughout, and we instill five "Rules of Engagement" to ensure they never misuse their newfound skills.
Rules of Engagement
In Gracie Bullyproof, we believe that teaching a child jiu-jitsu without instructing them on when to use it is like handing someone a gun without proper training. Our program uniquely educates children on precisely when they can and cannot apply the techniques they learn. The five "Rules of Engagement" are consistently practiced in class, ensuring that children not only avoid misusing their skills but also feel confident in standing up against bullies when necessary.
Rule 1: Avoid the fight at all costs.Rule 2: If physically attacked, defend yourself.Rule 3: If verbally attacked, follow the Three T-steps (talk, tell, tackle).Rule 4: Never punch or kick the bully, establish control and negotiate.Rule 5: When applying submissions use minimal force and negotiate.
Verbal Jiu-Jitsu Training
Gracie Bullyproof stands out by incorporating Verbal Assertiveness Training, or "Verbal Jiu-Jitsu," into its regular curriculum, addressing the pervasive issue of verbal harassment. Our program includes role-playing exercises designed to teach children how to recognize and handle common threats related to verbal harassment and relational bullying. We empower Gracie Bullyproof students to distinguish between bullying and joking, equipping them with assertive communication skills. Moreover, we educate them on using direct eye contact and confident posture as tools to discourage bullies from targeting them.
Character Development
Our instructors leverage their role to nurture your child’s character for success. The Gracie Character Development Program encompasses six key traits: Responsibility, Health, Respect, Citizenship, Manners, and Caring. . Each chapter spans two months, with brief 10-15 minute discussions about the featured trait in every class.To enhance engagement, we employ a unique point-based reward system linked to Gracie Game Day. This special two-hour party, where kids play numerous games with instructors and peers, serves as a powerful incentive for positive behavior at home and school. Attending Gracie Game Day is earned by accumulating enough points, making it an effective tool for parents and a source of excitement so contagious that parents often don uniforms just to join the party!
| HEALTH | RESPECT | CITIZENSHIP | MANNERS | CARING | RESPONSIBILITY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months | 2 months | 2 months | 2 months | 2 months | 2 months |
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Online Access & Satellite Training
When you enroll your child in the Gracie Bullyproof program, you receive a complimentary subscription to Gracie Bullyproof Online. This interactive online curriculum provides detailed video instruction for every technique in the course, allowing you and your child to review or learn techniques from the comfort of your home.Additionally, if your family goes on vacation to a destination with a Gracie Bullyproof Certified Training Center (listed in the many locations above), your child can attend classes for free for up to 30 consecutive days.
CLASS OPTIONS
LITTLE CHAMPS (Ages 5 - 7)
The Little Champs program is for kids 5-7 years old (we offer private lessons for children ages 3-4). Using our time-tested “Gracie Games,” we teach the Little Champs basic self-defense techniques while instilling the foundational principles of leverage and control.
JUNIOR GRAPPLERS (Ages 8 - 12)
In the Jr. Grapplers program, we focus on 33 non-violent self-defense techniques that teach children to “neutralize and negotiate” with the bullies. Verbal assertiveness strategies are a major portion of this curriculum.
BLACKBELT CLUB (Invitation Only)
Exceptional students in the Jr. Grapplers program are invited to become part of our Black Belt Club, the pinnacle of our advanced youth jiu-jitsu offerings. Membership in the Black Belt Club represents the highest honor for young Gracie Jiu-Jitsu practitioners. Children in this program embody the essential qualities for success on their journey to a black belt, including discipline, respect, courage, leadership, loyalty, and compassion.
PACKAGE OPTIONS
| Package Type | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 24 CLASSES | 6 months | $600.00 |
| 12 CLASSES | 3 months | $350.00 |
Uniforms Provided for new members
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Gracie Bullyproof in Action
Watch this video of Luis where Gracie Bullyproof has made a positive impact in his life!
FAQs
12-Classes or 24-Classes package? What's the difference?
Class packages offer schedule flexibility and prevent unused classes from expiring. For instance, our 24-class package anticipates 2 classes per week over a school semester, but it allows unused classes to roll over to the next semester within a 6-month expiration window.
Do you offer incentive discounts?
Family Discounts: Enjoy a 50% discount on the third package (of equal or lesser value) when three or more family members from the same household train at our academy. This discount applies exclusively to Class Packages.Referral Discounts: Get a $25.00 credit towards your next package or retail product at our Academy for referring local residents who take an introductory lesson with us. You receive the credit, regardless of whether they decide to join, and it accumulates in your member account with us.
Can I purchase a single package and share it between my kids?
No. It's one-package per child.
If my child is below the age requirement for a program, can I still sign them up?
We acknowledge that each child develops uniquely. While the age range serves as a reference, if your child can confidently mimic and follow basic instructions during play, they should be suitable. If you have any doubts, please don't hesitate to contact our office, and our phone number is located at the bottom of this website.
I want my child to attend this program, but we won't be able to make it for the start of the semester cycle. Would my child still be able to participate for the semester? How far behind will they be?
Our Kid's Bullyproof Program aligns with a typical school schedule, but our curriculum offers open enrollment. Each lesson is part of a broader curriculum and doesn't require sequential learning. You can purchase a package and begin at your convenience. If a lesson is missed, we revisit it in the cycle, or you can choose a 30-minute private session with one of our coaches.
Do you plan on adding more classes to your schedule?
Yes, we intend to expand our class offerings. We've set aside the 3-5pm time slot on weekdays and are also considering additional weekend classes. Our class schedule can be adjusted based on the demand and interest from students. We frequently add more classes as more students express their desire to attend them.
Ronin Athletics - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu NYC
Tel. (212) 564-4153 | 265 Madison Avenue - 5th Floor, New York City, NY