Ages 4-7
Lil' Champs
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fundamentals built for the youngest students. Confidence, focus, and listening skills in a fun, safe, welcoming environment.
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What Your Kid Becomes
Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Southlake That Builds Confidence, Focus, and Discipline.
Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Southlake for ages 4 through 13. Lil' Champs (4 to 7) and Jr. Champs (7 to 13), taught by a 3rd-degree black belt and Bellator veteran. The change parents notice first happens off the mat.
Ages 4-13
Welcomed Here
Free
Trial Class
218
Reviews · 98% Recommend
Direct Carlos Machado Lineage
Why Southlake Parents Choose Sampson for Kids Jiu Jitsu.
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Discipline Built In, Class by Class
Structure, clear expectations, and consistent feedback in every session. The discipline your child builds on the mat is the same discipline you will see at the dinner table and in the classroom.
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Taught by Black Belts Who Compete
Your child trains under Jason Sampson, a 3rd-degree black belt under Carlos Machado, Pan American champion, and Bellator veteran. The standard of instruction here is the point.
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Confidence Through Earned Rank
Confidence built through earned achievement is different from the kind that gets handed out. Kids who train here earn every stripe and belt, and that distinction shows in how they carry themselves.
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A Family-Owned Academy
Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy is a private, family-owned school. Your child is a name, not a number, and the people teaching them know them.
The Right Kids Jiu Jitsu Program for Their Age.
Families from Southlake, Grapevine, Keller, Colleyville, and Roanoke bring their kids to Sampson every week. Find the academy.
Ages 4-13 Two programs. One standard. Real progression.
Ages 7-13
Jr. Champs
The next step in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for ages 7 to 13. Body control, confidence, and ground self-defense built through real technique and belt progression.
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The Quiet Confidence That Makes Bullies Look Elsewhere.
A child who has trained for a few months walks differently, handles pressure differently, and carries a kind of quiet confidence that most bullies are specifically looking to avoid. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu teaches kids to stay calm, control a situation, and defend themselves without throwing a punch.
The physical skill is real. But the discipline, the focus, and the respect are what parents tell us they notice first, and those carry off the mat and into everything else.
How We Keep Kids Jiu Jitsu Classes Safe in Southlake.
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Age-Matched Training Only
No child trains outside their age group or skill level. Contact is controlled and introduced progressively as a student is ready.
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Grappling, Not Striking
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a grappling art. There is no punching or kicking, which removes the most common source of injury kids face in contact sports.
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Standards You Can Verify
Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy is a member of the Carlos Machado Jiu Jitsu Association. Owner Jason Sampson holds his 3rd-degree black belt directly under Carlos Machado, and he sets the standard every instructor teaches to.
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Open-Door Parent Policy
Parents can observe any class from the viewing area. No appointment required.
What Southlake Families and Athletes Say
Rated 4.9 stars across 112 Google reviews. These are the words members use when they describe training at Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy.
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Ever since May this gym has been my second home. My boyfriend brought me to Sampson's with the simple idea of teaching me self defense. Little did I know, 5 months later I would be winning my first ever gold medal in my first Jiu Jitsu tournament. Jason is the most passionate coach you will ever find. The second I walked in, I was greeted with open arms and huge smiles. The students and team really have become my family. Any day I go to Sampson's, is a good day.
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I highly recommend Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy both as a parent and as a professional counselor and youth advocate. Our son started training 14 months ago. Quickly we realized that Coach Sampson was doing more than building skill, he was partnered with us in building character in our son. Money can buy skills teaching and training, but it cannot buy the genuine care, connection, and community that are found when you are a part of Team Sampson.
Denise Google -
I've been in various sports and activities all throughout my life but in the 7 months that I've been coming to Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy I have never had a more passionate, consistent, and motivating coach in my life. I've stopped dreading working out, I have found my competitive spirit again, and I just feel happier and more confident in myself. Whether it's for a workout, learning how to defend yourself, or to just challenge yourself, this is a great place with some great teachers. Highly recommend.
Sarah Google -
I am glad we found Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy. My girls are in the Little Champs and Junior Champs classes. They are not only learning self-defense but also building character. Bullying is a big problem in school these days, and it eases my mind knowing that Jiu Jitsu will help. They are learning about teamwork, about being confident in themselves, and about believing in themselves. I highly recommend Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy for kids.
Lacey Google -
Rarely will I actually sit and review a business, but Sampson BJJ deserves the accolades. After coming off retirement from the military and an extensive period of injury, the coaches and students at Sampson BJJ welcomed me with open arms. With my limitations in both experience and physicality, Coach Sampson and his staff worked with me, quite patiently, to improve myself within both the realm of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and overall fitness. These guys are top notch. Highly recommended.
Matt Google -
These guys are a Certified Carlos Machado Jiu-Jitsu School. If you want top notch instructors, a pure Jiu-Jitsu lineage, and a curriculum that will fast track your growth to legendary, this place is for you.
Justin Google -
Wrestling was my sport and I have tried my youngest in wrestling the last 3 seasons and he pretty much refused to do anything. We started him at Sampson and he really works in class. It is a combination of great coaches, especially Jason, coach to student ratio, and their class setup. Jason really cares about the kids and they know it. He immediately earns their respect and can bring out the best in them. So happy I got my child started here.
Emily Google -
Yesterday one of my dreams came true. I was on the mat training with one of my boys. Blake has been training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for about 3 years now and is doing awesome. Friday morning was my first BJJ class, and I loved it. I have been a martial artist for over 32 years. It felt so awesome and humbling to be a white belt again learning something new. Training with my son made it even more special. Thank you Jason for helping make my dream come true.
Brian Google -
I was in town for a few days. After checking out different gyms online, I decided to stop into Sampson's. I was warmly welcomed by everyone. The atmosphere was friendly and the instruction was fantastic. I've been to many BJJ gyms throughout the country, and this was definitely one of my favorites. If I lived in the area, I would join the gym. Thank you, Jason and team!
Jordan Google
What Parents Always Ask
Every Question Parents Ask Before Signing Up.
What is the youngest age for kids Jiu Jitsu in Southlake?
Children can start as young as 4 in our Lil' Champs program. Lil' Champs is built specifically for ages 4 to 7, with shorter classes and age-appropriate fundamentals. From there students move into Jr. Champs for ages 7 to 13.
Will my child have to fight or spar?
No child is required to spar. Live training is introduced progressively, only when an instructor determines a student has the technique and self-control to participate safely. Every introduction to live training is supervised, age-matched, and appropriate to the child.
Is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu safe for kids?
Yes. Jiu Jitsu is grappling, not striking, so there is no punching or kicking. Technique is drilled before any live training, classes are grouped by age and skill, and parents can watch every session.
What if my child has ADHD or focus challenges?
Jiu Jitsu rewards the things many kids struggle to build elsewhere: routine, immediate feedback, and a physical outlet that demands attention. The structure of class gives focus a place to land.
Which Southlake kids program should my child start in?
Ages 4 to 7 start in Lil' Champs. Ages 7 to 13 start in Jr. Champs. If your child is right on the line at 7, the instructor will place them in the group that fits their size and maturity after the first class.
What does my child need to bring?
For the free trial, just comfortable athletic clothes and a water bottle. Training happens barefoot on the mat. If your child continues, we will tell you exactly what gi to get.
How will I see progress?
Progress shows up two ways. Belt and stripe promotions mark formal advancement when the instructor decides a student has earned it. But most parents notice the change at home first, in how their child handles frustration and follows through.
How often should my child come?
Two classes per week is the recommended minimum for real progress. Kids who train more consistently move faster and hold onto what they learn.
How does the free trial work and how do I sign up?
Your first class is free, with no obligation to continue. Click any "START YOUR FREE TRIAL" button on this page to pick a start date, or call (817) 510-8154.
Want one-on-one attention for your child? See private lessons for focused coaching at any age and any goal.
Your Kid Is Ready
Your Kid Is Capable of More Than They Are Showing You Right Now.
Book a free trial class. Bring them in. See the change begin in the first session.
Free trial class · No long-term contract · Walk-ins welcome