At The Warrior Academy Abu Dhabi at Al Wahda Mall, jiu jitsu is the part of the syllabus that teaches children to stay calm and in control at close range. It is taught in every programme from age 2, together with karate, taekwondo, boxing and Muay Thai.
Safe falling, escapes and control
The first lessons are about falling and rolling safely. From there children learn to escape from holds and to keep their balance when someone pushes or pulls. Our self-defence is taught through the A.C.E system, Avoid, Control, Engage, and jiu jitsu is where children practise the Control part with a partner.
Training together as a family
Jiu jitsu works well for parents and children together, because it is about control rather than strength. On the current Abu Dhabi timetable there is a family session at 12:30pm on Saturdays, and children’s sessions run every day of the week.
Check the Abu Dhabi timetable for the session that suits your child’s age.
Getting to Al Wahda Mall
The academy is in Al Wahda Mall, unit E275, in Al Nahyan, with parking at the mall. Call +971 58 698 4087 to book or ask a question.
This is one part of our kids martial arts classes in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where every child learns karate, taekwondo, jiu jitsu, boxing and Muay Thai through one syllabus and one belt system.
Questions parents in Abu Dhabi ask
Is jiu jitsu safe for young children?
Yes. Children practise with control under close supervision, in programmes capped at 13.
Can parents watch?
Yes. Parents are welcome to watch, and we invite Little Warriors parents to join the assessment session.
Can I train with my child?
Yes. There is a family session at 12:30pm on Saturdays on the current Abu Dhabi timetable.