A coach-ready kids curriculum that builds fundamentals step by step.
The Bottom Line
You get a turnkey class plan that starts with safety and movement, then builds positions, takedowns, and clean basic submissions. The pacing is kid-friendly and easy to repeat across belts. You will not find advanced tactics or competition meta; this is about foundation and confidence.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Kids class coaches
Skip if: You want advanced meta
Tech focus: Fundamentals, Self Defense, Takedowns, Guard Passing, Mount, Escapes, Closed Guard
Biggest takeaway: Structure beats move-of-the-day.
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What You'll Learn
Coaches need a repeatable class blueprint that covers self-defense, movement, core positions, and basic submissions. Parents want a structured path beyond games.
This 4-volume set provides age-appropriate progressions from warmups to takedowns, positions, escapes, and core submissions.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Self Defense
- Fundamentals
- Takedowns
- Guard Passing
- Mount
- Back Control
- Escapes
- Closed Guard
- Drills
- Class Structure
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Drill Heavy
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: Both
- Runtime: 3 hours and 54 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Buy it now. I see better outcomes when kids repeat one core theme for several weeks before switching topics.
Why Josh Cooksley?
Josh Cooksley is a black belt and experienced youth coach featured by BJJ Fanatics. His kids-focused clips emphasize safety, movement, and age-appropriate progressions. He is known for approachable teaching and classroom-friendly drills. The program reflects his work building kids classes at Infinity Martial Arts in Australia.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Coaches say kids learn best with short explanations and clear drills.
- Simple curriculum that mirrors adult white-belt basics works well.
- Sticking to one topic for weeks improves retention for younger kids.
- Breakfalls, shrimping, and stance are praised as must-have early habits.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Some warn too much structure can bore energetic kids.
- A few prefer free resources before paying for a full system.
- Coaches debate how early to teach submissions beyond basics.
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Smart Alternatives
- BJJ For Kids – Similar content from the same instructor in a different cut. (Price: $97.00)
- Their Journey Continues – Follow-up material once basics feel solid. (Price: $97.00)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View BJJ For Kids: The Journey Begins on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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