Kids BJJ Near Oakley, CA

Oakley parents looking for a real kids martial arts program have a strong option a short drive away. Team Black MMA in Pittsburg runs kids no-gi BJJ, coached by Dan Black — the same coach who trains the adult program, adjusting his approach for kids rather than running a separate, watered-down curriculum.

The current kids schedule is two classes a week: Monday and Wednesday, 5:30 to 6:30 PM. That is deliberately manageable for a family already juggling school pickup and other activities — one hour, twice a week, is realistic to actually keep up with, which matters more for a kid's long-term development than a packed schedule nobody sticks to.

No-gi BJJ is a good starting discipline for kids specifically because there is no striking involved. Parents who want their child building focus, discipline, and real physical confidence — without punches or kicks — get exactly that. Kids learn stance, movement, and fundamental grappling positions in a structured, coach-supervised setting.

Dan Black has coached young athletes for decades, and the approach adjusts to the kid in front of him. Some children need energy and intensity; others need patience and a slower build toward confidence. For kids who are shy or intimidated by a full class, private sessions are available as a starting point before the group environment makes sense.

The kids program at Team Black is actively growing. More class days and eventually more disciplines are on the roadmap as the student base builds — this page will be updated as that happens rather than advertising classes that do not exist yet.

Team Black MMA is on Harbor Street in Pittsburg, approximately 10 to 15 minutes from Oakley via Highway 4. If you want to discuss your child's age, background, or whether Monday/Wednesday works for your family, reach out through the contact page.