Kids Programs

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Ninjas Program

Ages 5-8 years old

Ninjas Program

Ages 5-8 years old

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Ninjas Program:

Offered for Ages 5-8, our Ninjas Program is designed to teach young boys and girls the basics of Jiu-Jitsu. At this age, the children learn largely through drills and games. The focus of this program is on learning through having fun!

In each class, students build strength and coordination with various exercises, learn basic Jiu-Jitsu techniques, and spar with their teammates to hone their skills. As their capacity and confidence grow, kids learn about the different types of bullying, and how to safely stand up for themselves.

Every class also involves a Character Talk. The children discuss nutrition, sportsmanship, “Stranger Danger” and much more, and leave each class with a “Ninja Mission” to build these healthy habits at school & at home!

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Juniors Program

Ages 9-13 years old

Juniors Program

Ages 9-13 years old

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Juniors Program:

Offered for Ages 9-12, our Juniors Program is designed to teach young boys and girls the basics of Martial Arts. At this age of growing from children into young teens, students have a high capacity to learn.

In each class, Juniors drill basic moves to perfection, review and learn new Jiu-Jitsu techniques, and spar with their teammates to develop their skills. Conditioning and healthy exercise are a part of the training, and we challenge each child to push just outside their comfort zone as their work ethic grows. They also learn to hone their social skills, interacting with coaches and teammates, learning how to make friends, have good sportsmanship, and more.

“Each class also involves a Character Talk. The children learn about body language, nutrition, discipline, and much more, and leave each class with a “homework assignment” to help build these healthy habits at school & at home!

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Birthday Parties

Ages 5-13 years old

Birthday Parties

Ages 5-13 years old

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Ninja Birthday Parties:

Martial Arts-themed birthday parties are easy for you and A BLAST for your kids! Our parties are fun, active and educational – and your kid will shine in front of their best friends.

A Ninja Birthday Party is 90 Minutes long, and consists of:

Fun Warmups & Exercise Drills
Learning an AWESOME (and easy) Jiu-Jitsu technique
Playing Freeze-Tag, Dodgeball, Tug-Of-War, and crazy fun games
The Birthday Boy/Girl gets to cut the cake with a REAL Samurai sword!

Best of all, we handle 100% of the setup and cleanup – so you can enjoy the day too!

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FAQ's Frequently Asked Questions

How Old Does My Child Need to Be?

Our group classes start at 5 years old and up. The Ninjas Class is 5-8 Years Old. Juniors Class is 9-13, and all Adult Classes are 14+

My Child Is Aggressive/Combative – Will Jiu-Jitsu Encourage This Behavior?

Absolutely not. Self Control is a central pillar of the Kids Program. In addition, students are taught the 5 BullySafe Rules, which explain when it is appropriate v. inappropriate to use the techniques that they are learning

My Child Has ADD/ADHD – Is That Okay?

Absolutely. Martial Arts is great for children with attention or hyperactivity disorders, because it gives them a healthy way to harness that energy, and slowly teaches them to focus for longer and longer periods of time!

Should I Get In Shape Before Signing Up?

No way! If you’re not already in shape, our classes are one of the fastest, FUNNEST ways to get there – guaranteed.

Plus, you gain a support group of people keeping you accountable, encouraged, and motivated!

Some of our students have lost 75lb within their first 8 months of training.

Will A Medical Condition / Past Injury Keep Me From Training BJJ?

Probably not. But we advise speaking with your doctor first. He / she will know better than anyone – and may be able to tell us what exercises you can & can’t do.

BJJ Seems Intense – Is It Safe?

BJJ is intense! That’s why we love it. But injuries are VERY rare. We’ve gone the extra mile to create a program that will help you prevent injuries rather than bring them on. Minor bumps & bruises are just a part of training, but it is extremely rare to have a serious injury at Triangle Academy.

Will I Be The Only Woman In Class?

Definitely not! At Triangle Academy, we put a big emphasis on our Women’s BJJ program.

There are lots of girls and women each class – and we offer regular Women’s Self Defense seminars.

If I Want To Compete, Is This The Right Place For Me?

Yes. Most of our coaches are IBJJF Pans/World Champions and/or full-time athletes, and will work with you individually to tailor your game.

We train and travel as a Team, so whether you want to compete locally or win a World Title – your teammates will be in your corner.

What If I’m Not Interested In Competing?

Most of our students do compete, but classes are a blend of professional athletes, hobbyists, and people just looking for a great workout.

TESTIMONIALS

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Triangle Academy of Jiu-Jitsu

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Brittany Hale

18:10 15 Jun 22

I came to Triangle Academy on vacation looking for good hard training and I certainly found it! Clay’s instruction is excellent, he’s attentive to his student’s questions and needs, and he explains concepts well. I was pushed hard and was able to train with several different females in the process, which is an added perk since it can be hard to find females to train with at some gyms. I felt welcomed and right at home. I’ll definitely be back if I find myself in the Franklin area again!

Gabriel Martinez

16:00 03 Jun 22

Clay and the crew at Triangle welcomed me very well when I was visiting from out of town and wanted to train a few times during my stay. Clay is a great instructor and really helped me refine some fundamental skills that needed more work. The gym is clean, organized and located in the middle of downtown. I highly recommend Triangle Academy for all skill levels and I look forward to training here again on my next visit!

Hunter Bailey

18:39 21 Apr 22

I’ve been going to triangle Academy for about two months now and I love it! The sport itself is a lot of fun and the coaches here have created a culture that makes it even more awesome! I can say every time I go I get a really good workout like no other! The team there is really good about keeping it extremely clean which is a huge plus! I was invited by a friend who goes there with his children and was told that this place, if you’re into competing, creates champions and from the training alone I can say I see that first hand! I would recommend this place to everyone and have been hooked ever since!

Crystal Williams

15:49 21 Feb 22

Triangle Academy is fantastic. We have been there almost 3 years. The growth we have seen in our daughters is amazing. The coaches relate to the kids so well. They teach so much more than martial arts. Nutrution, eye contact, a proper hand shake, respect, self control, and so many more life skills. Their anti-bullying program teaches the kids about using their voice, confident body language and using physical defense as a last resort. Your family will love Clay and his team!

Tim McNamara

14:57 17 Feb 22

Triangle has been an awesome place to train and develop technique in Jiu Jitsu and get in shape. Outside of the training, the faculty and staff are always helpful, intelligent, and beyond kind/welcoming.Clay (owner) not only teaches classes/technique, but trains with individuals that come in during the sparring secession to give hands on experience with a black belt competitor. He is genuine with his conversation and does the small things of asking about your work/family or seeing what he can do to help. He builds up people in his gym daily and never breaks anyone down that may not be a certain level of skill.The rest of the staff/coaches (and for that matter, other gym members) are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. Nothing about walking into the gym felt awkward after I was there for 2 minutes as people come up and conversate with you to make you feel as welcome as possible.The gym offers a wide variety of training times and (even thought there are 3-4 classes a day) is always incredibly clean. In 6 months of training I have never walked into a class that the gym was not 100% spotless and ready.Would highly recommend this gym to anyone interested in Jiu Jitsu, wanting to get into better shape, learn a new discipline, or become part of an awesome community.