If you want your child to become more confident, disciplined, and resilient and you’re willing to hold them to a higher standard, you’re in the right place. But if you’re looking for something casual, something your child can quit when it gets hard, or just an activity to keep them busy, this won’t be the right fit.

At DVG Jiu-Jitsu, we use Jiu-Jitsu as a vehicle to shape who your child is becoming. Our Slingshots program (ages 7–12) is built for one of the most important stages of life when kids are developing identity, confidence, and habits that will carry into adulthood.

We don’t just teach them how to grapple. We teach them how to stay focused when they don’t feel like it, push through frustration instead of quitting, & take ownership of their actions and results. Because confidence isn’t something you give a child. It’s something they earn.

At DVG, your child will progress through more than just belts. They grow through a clear leadership pathway:

APPRENTICE
“I belong. I can do this.”
They learn to show up, follow directions, and be part of the team.

PRACTITIONER
“I grow through discipline and effort.”
They begin developing focus, consistency, and a strong work ethic.

EXAMPLE
“I choose to be an example.”
They take ownership, stay composed under pressure, and lead by example.

LEADER
“I lead by helping others grow.”
They raise the standard, support teammates, and become someone others look up to.

Your child isn’t just learning Jiu-Jitsu. They’re becoming someone others respect.

Our classes are structured, challenging, and engaging. We create an environment where kids are expected to try, coached through challenges, and taught how to stay calm under pressure. They’ll have fun but more importantly, they’ll develop discipline, confidence, and self control. At the same time, we maintain a structured, coach-led environment where your child learns how to move and fall properly, train with control, and be a responsible training partner. This isn’t chaotic or uncontrolled training. It’s intentional development in a safe environment.

Your Child Will Develop:

Confidence (Earned, Not Given)
Built through overcoming challenges and making real progress.

Discipline & Focus
Learning to listen, stay engaged, and follow through.

Emotional Control
Staying calm and thinking clearly under pressure.

Resilience
Pushing through difficulty instead of quitting.

Leadership
Encouraging others, setting the example, and taking ownership.

Parents often tell us they see changes within weeks such as:

Better focus in school

Improved behavior at home

More confidence in social situations

Because what they learn here doesn’t stay on the mats. It shows up everywhere.

This isn’t just another after-school activity.

It’s a place where your child is challenged to grow, held to a higher standard, and developed into someone who can handle pressure and lead with confidence. If that’s what you’re looking for click below to try your first class.