Top 10 Benefits of Training Jiu Jitsu (For Adults & Kids)

Whether you're an adult looking for a new challenge or a parent wanting something more meaningful for your kid than another season of team sports, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) delivers results that go way beyond the mat.

At Lake Arrowhead Jiu Jitsu, we’ve seen firsthand how training can change lives—physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. Here are the top 10 benefits of training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, for both adults and kids.

1. Real Self-Defense Skills

BJJ teaches you how to defend yourself without relying on size, strength, or aggression. It’s built on leverage and technique—perfect for real-world situations.

2. Increased Confidence

As you learn to handle pressure, solve problems under stress, and overcome challenges on the mat, your confidence naturally grows—whether you’re a kid in school or an adult navigating daily life.

3. Physical Fitness That’s Actually Fun

You’ll build strength, endurance, mobility, and flexibility—without the boredom of the treadmill. BJJ is a full-body workout disguised as a strategy game.

4. Mental Toughness & Resilience

You’ll face resistance every class—and you’ll learn to keep calm, adjust, and push through. That mental grit carries over into every area of life.

5. Stress Relief & Emotional Regulation

There’s no better stress relief than sweating it out on the mat. Jiu Jitsu forces you to stay present, breathe under pressure, and reset your nervous system.

6. Better Discipline & Focus

BJJ teaches delayed gratification, consistency, and attention to detail. For kids, this means improved focus and behavior at home and school. For adults, it sharpens your edge.

7. Humility & Respect

You’ll get tapped. You’ll lose rounds. And you’ll learn that it’s part of the process. Jiu Jitsu builds character and creates mutual respect between training partners of all backgrounds.

8. Community & Connection

Jiu Jitsu is more than a workout—it’s a tribe. At Lake Arrowhead Jiu Jitsu, we’re a crew that trains hard and supports each other. People make friends for life here.

9. Lifelong Learning

There’s always more to learn in Jiu Jitsu. Whether you're on your first day or your 1,000th, there’s something new to improve. It keeps you growing and curious.

10. It’s Fun

It’s chess with your body. It’s problem-solving under pressure. It’s playful and serious at the same time. You’ll leave every class tired, happy, and wanting to come back.

Bonus: It’s for Everyone

You don’t need to be in shape. You don’t need to be aggressive. You just need to show up. Jiu Jitsu is scalable to every age, every body type, and every experience level.

Want to Try It Out?

We’d love to have you. Your first class is always free, and we’ll make sure you feel welcomed from day one.

📍 Located at: 28949 Hook Creek Rd, Cedar Glen, CA
🗓 Check our class schedule and book your free trial at:
👉 www.lakearrowheadjiujitsu.com