Empower your teen to face bullying calmly, confidently, and without throwing a single punch
Gracie Teens (Ages 12-16): Building Confidence On and Off the Mat
Gracie Bullyproof Teens Jiu Jitsu Classes in Houston
Age Range: 12 to 16 | Experience Requirement: None
The teenage years are a critical time for personal growth. The Gracie Teens program provides a positive and powerful path for adolescents ages 12 to 16 to develop essential self-defense skills, boost self-esteem, and foster lifelong discipline. Based on the proven Gracie Jiu-Jitsu methodology, this program teaches teens how to effectively neutralize threats without resorting to violence.
Does your teenager face any of these challenges?
What Your Teen Will Learn:
Practical, Non-Violent Self-Defense: Teens master a comprehensive system of techniques to control and neutralize physical threats using leverage and technique, not size or strength. We never teach punching or kicking, which often escalates conflicts.
Verbal Assertiveness: A major portion of the curriculum involves "Verbal Jiu-Jitsu" training, including role-playing exercises to teach teens how to set boundaries, use confident body language, and de-escalate confrontations with words.
The "Rules of Engagement": Students learn precisely when and how to use their skills, ensuring they never abuse their power and feel confident to stand up for themselves when necessary.
Character Development: Beyond physical skills, our certified instructors use the mat to reinforce crucial life skills such as responsibility, respect, integrity, and focus, helping your teen succeed in all aspects of life.
A Supportive Community: Teens train alongside peers in a safe, encouraging environment, building camaraderie and making friends while staying physically active and healthy.
"Play" Jiu-Jitsu while learning respect, discipline, and focus
We know that kids learn best while having fun. And while the kids can’t get enough of our “Gracie Games,” CTC_City parents love how character development is a central component of our kids martial arts program.
And the best part is, all the kids who demonstrate measurable character development in their daily lives will qualify for our Grace Game Day Party!
Prepare your child
for life
Kids who train martial arts have a higher success rate in school. Why? Discipline, focus, goal setting, and drive. Gracie Bullyproof instills these incredible traits in your child, every time they come to class.
Come see what makes our CTC_City Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Classes so special.
Gracie Bullyproof builds unshakable confidence so your child can overcome bullies without violence
Every month in the United States, three million children miss school due to fear of bullies. We will teach your child to use verbal assertiveness to deter bullies and non-violent self-defense techniques to stay safe.
Importantly, we don’t teach how to punch or kick, since this often does more harm than good. Instead, we use leverage-based control holds to neutralize threats without violence.
How This Program Will Help Your Child
Build Physical Strength
Our program will teach your child how to engage with other people. How to react on different situation while establishing friendly and positive notes throughout.
Learn Socialization
Kids may or may not be sociable with other kids that's why this program will help them to be more comfortable around other people.
Improve Focus and Discipline
With the way of martial arts, your kids will develop skills that will improve their level of attention to what really matters. Kids will also lean self-discipline.
Why the Houston Community Loves
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I could NOT recommend the Women Empowered program more!! I tell basically every woman in my life about it. I was so nervous to try something so far out of my comfort zone, but it's turned into my favorite part of the week. From the moment you arrive, you're greeted with open arms and step-by-step instruction. Every class is an absolute blast, and the instructors are always eager to help and celebrate your progress. Plus, you're learning some insanely effective and essential strategies for staying safe as a woman. If you're on the fence about it—try it. You'll love it!
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My son has been participating in BJJ at Memorial Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for over two years now. The staff are exceptional - kind and fun to the kiddos, but firm and demanding respect. My son's confidence level has risen so much with BJJ. Thank you so much Jackson and Rafael for your love of these kiddos!
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Such an AMAZING Jiu-Jitsu academy! Jackson is an excellent instructor and the curriculum at this school is second to none! We’ll definitely stop by to jump on the mat the next time I’m in the neighborhood! A++++
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I’ve been going to the Women Empowered program at Gracie Jiujitsu Houston for over a year.
I love the method that they use guiding you to work with the power of your mind and strength of your body. So many times we think that using force will be the best way to defeat a stranger. But they actually teach you how to use techniques that will be much more powerful than just fighting.
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Love this place!!! So glad I found Gracie Jiujitsu Houston and made it my home! I trained Jiujitsu many years ago at a different gym but the training was so unorganized and caused many injuries to students, including myself. I hesitated to go back to jiujitsu because most schools throw inexperienced people in a room and say "go at it"! This leads to a ton of injuries.
NOT at GJJ Houston!!! I came to a free seminar at this Gracie Certified Training Center in Houston run by Professor Jackson Fortunato. This gym runs a very structured and very safe school that is backed with an amazing curriculum created by Gracie University. They believe everyone can learn jiujitsu and not have to worry about the "only the strong belong" mentality. Everyone is super nice and welcoming. They have classes for every age and everyone in the family! Come out and try a free 10 day trial at an awesome place to train!
Program & Pricing FAQs
Jiu Jitsu teaches teens to stay calm, think clearly, and use leverage-based techniques focused on control — not striking. They learn how to neutralize a threat safely without hurting others or escalating the situation.
No. In fact, most teens become less aggressive. Jiu Jitsu emphasizes discipline, emotional regulation, and respect. Students gain confidence, reducing the need for physical or verbal reactions.
Absolutely. Classes are beginner-friendly, highly supervised, and taught at a controlled pace. Teens learn step-by-step, building skills safely and progressively.
Jiu Jitsu is one of the best tools to build confidence naturally. As teens learn to protect themselves, they develop a quiet, grounded confidence that helps them stand up to bullying and social pressure.
Yes. Teens learn to manage pressure, stay calm when challenged, and make smart decisions under stress — skills that transfer directly to school, home, and social life.
Not at all. Jiu Jitsu is designed for real-world situations, not for athletes only. Teens of all body types, personalities, and fitness levels can start from zero and progress successfully.
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