Most kids martial arts schools in Elk Grove teach Brazilian jiu jitsu (BJJ), a grappling art done on the mat, and three teach striking styles like karate and taekwondo for kids as young as 3. Every school below runs year-round and splits kids into age groups. You can also browse the full martial arts category.
Karate and mixed styles, from age 3
- Kovar's Kids and Teens Martial Arts: ages 3 to 17, working up through belt ranks. Mini Samurai (ages 3 to 4), Lil' Samurai (5 to 6), Juniors (7 to 11) and Teens (12 to 17), then grouped by belt. $229 a month.
- Premier Martial Arts Kids Classes on Elk Grove Blvd: a blend of karate, taekwondo, krav maga and kickboxing. Tiny Champions (3 to 4), Little Champions (5 to 7), PMA Kids (8 to 12) and a teen and adult class from 13.
- Way of the Warrior Kids BJJ and Karate on Waterman Rd: both jiu jitsu and karate for ages 3 to 17. Mini Warriors (3 to 4), Lil Warriors (5 to 7), Mighty Warriors (8 to 12) and Teens (13 to 17).
Brazilian jiu jitsu
- American Grappling Academy on Elk Grove Florin Rd: ages 6 to 16, beginner to advanced, Mondays to Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. A daytime homeschool class is offered too.
- Waza BJJ on W Taron Ct: ages 4 to 16 in two groups, 4 to 6 and 7 to 16, with a focus on technique, patience and character.
- Premier Martial Arts BJJ: a co-ed jiu jitsu program for ages 5 to 15, separate from Premier's mixed-style classes.
- Elk Grove Wrestling Academy Kids Jiu Jitsu: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30 to 5:30 pm. Tuesday and Thursday are gi classes and Monday is no-gi.
Wrestling
- Youth Wrestling at Elk Grove Wrestling Academy practices five days a week: Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:15 pm, Tuesdays from 5:30 to 7:00 pm and Fridays from 5:00 to 6:30 pm.
What to know before signing up
- Striking or grappling. Karate, taekwondo and kickboxing teach punches, kicks and forms. Jiu jitsu and wrestling teach takedowns, holds and escapes on the mat, with no punching or kicking.
- Gi or no-gi. A gi is the traditional uniform. No-gi classes train in a rash guard and shorts. Elk Grove Wrestling Academy offers both.
- Age group. Every school above places kids by age, so ask which group fits your kid before the first class.
- Price and extras. Only Kovar's lists a price ($229 a month). Ask the others about monthly tuition, uniform costs and whether a trial class is available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age can kids start martial arts in Elk Grove?
Kovar's, Premier Martial Arts and Way of the Warrior all start at age 3. Waza BJJ starts at 4, Premier's jiu jitsu at 5 and American Grappling Academy at 6.
How much do kids martial arts classes cost in Elk Grove?
Kovar's lists $229 a month for ages 3 to 17. The other schools share pricing directly, so check each listing.
Is there a homeschool martial arts class in Elk Grove?
Yes. American Grappling Academy offers a daytime homeschool jiu jitsu class alongside its evening kids class.
Which Elk Grove schools teach both karate and jiu jitsu?
Way of the Warrior teaches both for ages 3 to 17, and Premier Martial Arts runs a mixed-style program plus a separate jiu jitsu program for ages 5 to 15.