As an official Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Academy, we provide the absolute best Kids BJJ classes in Mount Prospect.
Get 2 Weeks of Life-Changing Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Classes in Mount Prospect... For Just $39.99!
“I can’t believe the difference.” Our amazing kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program is offering classes here in Mount Prospect! Boosts your child’s focus, respect, confidence, and social skills… while they have FUN.
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2 Weeks of Classes
Free White Belt
- 512 West Northwest Highway, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
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Is This Program Right For My Child?
Our Kids BJJ program in Mount Prospect is built for children ages 5 to 12 who are ready to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu through age-appropriate grappling and self-defense training. It is a strong fit for complete beginners, shy children, high-energy kids, and students who need a positive place to improve focus and self-control. Classes work on confidence, discipline, listening, coordination, personal safety, and learning how to handle challenges calmly.
So Much More Than Punches & Kicks, It Changes Lives.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is not just self-defense. It’s a tool we use to help kids become leaders. Hundreds of Mount Prospect parents can’t believe the incredible transformation.
For families who want to explore our program in more detail, you can check out our bjj classes to see how training is structured for different ages and experience levels. This helps parents understand what makes our approach effective before getting started.
So Much FUN! While Teaching Respect, Discipline, & Focus.
We don’t have many rules here, but they’re very rigorously enforced. As a result, kids learn and develop strong, healthy boundaries. And boundaries are so essential to helping kids thrive.
Discipline and respect flourish within a few short weeks. This is why parents LOVE our kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program here in Mount Prospect.
Prepares Your Child For Success In Life.
Kids who train martial arts have a higher success rate in school. Why? Discipline, focus, goal setting, and drive. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instills these incredible traits in your child, every time they come.
That’s what makes our Mount Prospect kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes so powerful.
Get 2 Weeks of Life-Changing Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Classes in Mount Prospect... For Just $39.99!
"Best place with the best coach. We have 2 kids here for years and intend to bring our youngest as well when he’s ready."
"I signed my kid up for Jiu-Jitsu and am happy with the results. My kid is learning Jiu-Jitsu expending a lot of energy every practice. The price is also very reasonable."
"My son has had a great experience at Threshold. He has gained skills not only in Jiu Jitsu, but in problem solving, and leadership as well."
"Bill and his staff are amazing. My daughters loved learning here and I hope to bring my son when he's a little older. I might even join him! Thank you Bill!"
"This school is really awesome. They teach excellent personal defense skills, discipline and help the kids boost their self esteem."
Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions and answers about our children's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program
Our Kids BJJ classes in Mount Prospect are designed for children ages 5 to 12. The program uses Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to teach age-appropriate grappling, self-defense, focus, discipline, and confidence in a structured class environment.
Threshold Martial Arts is open Monday from 6 AM-8 PM, Tuesday through Thursday from 10 AM-8 PM, Friday from 6 AM-8 PM, and Saturday from 10 AM-5 PM. We are closed Sunday. Families looking for Kids BJJ classes in Mount Prospect can call 847-257-2210 to confirm which current class time is right for their child.
No previous experience is needed for our Kids BJJ classes in Mount Prospect. Our program welcomes first-time students and introduces Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu through structured, age-appropriate training so children can build skills and confidence step by step.
Your child can come to a first Kids BJJ class in Mount Prospect in comfortable athletic clothes and should bring a water bottle. No special gear is required for the trial class, and our staff can explain what equipment is needed if your child continues training.
Our Kids BJJ classes in Mount Prospect require children to listen, follow instructions, solve problems, and stay engaged while learning new skills. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gives students clear goals and challenges, helping them practise discipline, self-control, focus, and confidence as they make progress.
Our Kids BJJ program in Mount Prospect teaches grappling fundamentals with no strikes or hard contact, with an emphasis on control, personal safety, and respect. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches children to become more confident about handling bullying and difficult situations without encouraging them to pick fights.
Children can try our Kids BJJ classes in Mount Prospect through the two-week class pass published on the program page, which also includes a white belt. This gives your child time to experience Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training, meet the instructors, and see how they feel in the class before your family decides what comes next.
Our Kids BJJ program in Mount Prospect teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu using leverage, technique, positional control, and age-appropriate grappling fundamentals. Personal safety and bully awareness are built into the program, while students also work on coordination, listening, emotional self-control, and confidence.
Our Kids BJJ classes in Mount Prospect use a belt progression system so children have clear milestones to work toward as their Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills develop. Progress gives students a visible way to recognise consistent effort, skill development, discipline, and improvement over time.
Our Kids BJJ classes in Mount Prospect are led by Head Instructor Professor Bill Shimuk, a 2nd degree BJJ Black Belt who is also an IHSA certified coach and CPR/AED certified. Threshold Martial Arts is located at 512 West Northwest Highway, Mount Prospect, IL 60056, and serves families from Mount Prospect, Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Palatine, Des Plaines, and Elk Grove.