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⬤ Kids BJJ · ages 7-12 · Bristol
Kids BJJ Program in Bristol
Where problem-solving and confidence grow together. Our Kids BJJ program helps children develop resilience, self-control, and perseverance while learning how to stay calm, think clearly, and overcome challenges with confidence.
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Ages 7-12
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Bristol
What Your Child Will Gain
Life Skills Built Through Every Challenge
Every class gives kids opportunities to grow stronger mentally, emotionally, and socially in a positive and supportive environment.
Problem-Solving Skills
Students learn to think through challenges, make decisions under pressure, and develop a mindset that helps them navigate obstacles both on and off the mat.
Confidence Under Pressure
As children learn to stay composed in difficult situations, they develop confidence that carries into school, friendships, and everyday life.
Patience & Perseverance
Progress comes through effort and consistency, teaching students the value of sticking with something even when it feels difficult.
Emotional Control
Kids learn how to manage frustration, stay calm, and respond thoughtfully instead of reacting emotionally when faced with challenges.
Healthy Competitive Mindset
Students learn how to win with humility, lose with grace, and focus on personal growth rather than comparison.
Resilience That Lasts
Every obstacle becomes an opportunity to learn, helping children develop the determination to keep moving forward when things don't go their way.
Is This Program Right for You?
Is the Kids BJJ
Program
Right for Your Child?
Our Kids BJJ Program at Stryker Martial Arts Academy is for children Ages 7-12 from
Bristol area who are ready to grow.
✅ Ages 7–12 years old
✅ Children who need help building confidence in challenging situations
✅ Kids who enjoy learning through problem-solving and teamwork
✅ Students who get frustrated easily and need healthy coping skills
✅ Parents looking to build resilience and perseverance
✅ Families seeking a positive, character-focused activity
7-12
AGE RANGE
94%
REPORT IMPROVED FOCUS
★★★★★
Real Review Rating
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
"The BEST martial arts school in the tri cities! The instructors are amazing with the kids in karate and Chris does a phenomenal job teaching jiu jitsu! Highly recommend to anyone interested in martial arts."
Hayley G.
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Kids BJJ program
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Stryker Martial Arts Academy — serving Bristol area families.
What makes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu good for kids?
BJJ helps children develop confidence, problem-solving skills, resilience, and emotional control while staying active and engaged.
Is Kids BJJ safe?
Yes. Classes are closely supervised and taught in a structured environment that prioritizes student safety and learning.
Will my child learn how to handle bullying?
Our program helps children develop confidence, self-control, and awareness so they can respond more effectively to difficult situations.
What if my child gets frustrated easily?
Many students join for that reason. BJJ teaches patience, perseverance, and how to stay calm when facing challenges.
Does my child need experience to start?
No experience is necessary. We welcome beginners and help them build confidence from their very first class.
No Experience Needed · No Long-Term Commitment
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Personal attention from our instructors, and a real taste of what we can do for you or your child.
Stryker Martial Arts Academy
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3170 Linden Drive · Bristol VA 24202
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Root-cause healing that restores the body through nervous system regulation, detox pathways, and metabolism. Not symptom-chasing. Not another bandaid.
Hi, I'm Dr. Kourtney
Three pillars of real,
lasting results
Energy & Fatigue Recovery
Nervous system and detox support that addresses why your body is stuck in survival mode — not just masking exhaustion with caffeine and supplements.
01
Metabolism & Weight Loss Resistance
If you're eating right and exercising but nothing moves, there's a deeper reason. We find it — and fix it — using functional labs and a personalized protocol.
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Hormone Balance
Hormone issues are signals of something deeper — drainage, nervous system dysregulation, or metabolic burden. I help you address the root, not just the numbers.
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MY APPROACH
Why clients get results when
nothing else worked
I combine 20+ years as a pharmacist with a root-cause, whole-body approach — bridging conventional medicine with the deeper healing most practitioners never address.
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Regulate before you detox
Nervous system and drainage are the non-negotiable foundation. Skip this step and nothing else sticks.
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Healing is low and slow
Real detox doesn't happen overnight. Sustainable results come from doing it right — at the pace your body can actually handle.
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Symptoms are signals, not diagnoses
Hormone imbalances, weight gain, fatigue — your body is communicating. We listen, then address what they're pointing to.
"I get it, because I've been there — and I know exactly where conventional medicine stops and real healing begins."
● Pharmacist-level fluency in your labs, medications, and diagnostics
● Functional medicine lens that asks why , not just what
● Whole-body protocols — nervous system, detox, and metabolism together
● 1:1 consultations using the Root Cause Method, not cookie-cutter plans
● Internationally accredited certification teaching practitioners the same method
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