Is Your ChildReady To StandTall And Strong?
Real jiu-jitsu that builds confidence, focus, and self-defense — in 30-minute classes designed for the age where habits, mindset, and character take root.
Mighty Samurai Intro
Free T-Shirt Included
2-Week Mighty Samurai Intro
A two-week starter program.
- 2 weeks of unlimited Mighty Samurai classes
- Free Makoto T-shirt included
- Small classes, coached by our black belts
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Your first visit
Meet the instructors and try the training.
Ages 7–13 · 30-minute classes
770-16 Grand Blvd, Deer Park, NY 11729
Arrange a class time“My 7 year old son was hesitant to join, but was so glad that he did. I asked him what he thought after the first class and he said, “ I didn’t like it, I loved it.” It’s great to see him enjoying an activity he loves, one that will benefit him on so many different levels.”
diana nott · Google review excerpt · 2024-10-16
Sound Familiar?
Does this sound like your child?
- They lose focus quickly — homework takes way longer than it should
- They hesitate to try new things or speak up around other kids
- Screens have replaced real activity and real challenge
- They need an outlet for energy — and a structure that holds them accountable
Here's what parents notice first:
- They focus longer at school and finish homework without the battle
- They walk into new rooms with their head up — not glued to your side
- They trade screen time for real skills they're proud of
- They learn that effort earns reward — and they start applying it everywhere
30 min
Mighty Samurai classes for ages 7–13
Designed For This Age
Confidence That Carries Everywhere.
Ages 7 to 13 is when habits, mindset, and character take root. Our Mighty Samurai program builds the kind of confidence and focus that follows them into the classroom, the playground, and beyond.
Real Self-Defense
Practical, age-appropriate skills they'll hopefully never need — and the awareness to avoid trouble in the first place.
Laser Focus & Discipline
Structured drills teach your child to listen, focus, and finish what they start — skills that transfer directly to schoolwork.
Unshakeable Confidence
Confidence built on real challenge and real effort — not participation trophies. Your child earns every belt they wear.
Respect & Leadership
Bowing, addressing instructors, leading younger students — character training built into every class.
Belt Progression That Means Something
Clear goals, real testing, earned belts. Kids learn that consistent effort produces real results.
An Outlet For Energy
Purposeful movement — kicks, blocks, partner drills, and forms — so they're focused AND tired by bedtime.
30 Minutes Of Real Training
Bow In & Warm-Up
Bowing in, stretching, and a structured warm-up that sets the tone — focus mode, on.
Skill Building
Kicks, blocks, stances, and forms taught in age-appropriate progressions. Real martial arts, taught the right way.
Partner Drills & Application
Controlled partner work — pad drills, self-defense scenarios, and technique application with constant supervision.
Cool Down & Recognition
Class wraps with effort awards, stripe ceremonies, and the day's character lesson. Parents are welcome to watch.
Small Class Sizes
for individual attention every session
Every minute purposeful. Every kid challenged.
Within The First Few Weeks
What Parents Notice First
You won't have to wonder if it's working. These are the changes parents tell us about — unprompted.
They listen the first time — homework battles get shorter
They sit still longer and finish what they start
They speak up in class and stand up for themselves
They walk taller — and you can see it from across the room
Built For This Age
Safe, Structured & Age-Appropriate
We know you're trusting us with your child. Here's how we earn that trust every single class.
Controlled Contact, Always Supervised
Partner work uses pads and controlled drills. No uncontrolled sparring. Every interaction is coached, every time.
30 Minutes, Perfectly Structured
Designed for 7–13 year-old attention spans. Every minute planned — no wasted time, no chaos.
High Standards, Strong Encouragement
We hold kids to a real standard — and we celebrate every step they take to meet it. No yelling, no shaming.
Every Class Ends With A Win
Kids don't remember drills — they remember how class made them feel. We design every session so your child walks out taller than they walked in.
Earned Recognition, Not Handed Out
We celebrate effort, focus, and breakthroughs — so confidence is built on something real.
Real Connection With Their Coach
Same instructor, every class. Your child knows them by name and trusts them within the first week.
Pride They Bring Home
Expect demonstrations in the kitchen, the living room, and at grandma's house.
Your Child Is Ready
To Stand Tall.
Mighty Samurai Intro
Free T-Shirt Included
2-Week Mighty Samurai Intro
A two-week starter program.
- 2 weeks of unlimited Mighty Samurai classes
- Free Makoto T-shirt included
- Small classes, coached by our black belts
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Try The Training.
Without The Worry.
Your $14 intro includes 14 days of classes and a free Makoto T-shirt. Meet the instructors, try the training, and decide if it’s right for you.
Shihan Jerry Minerva
5th Degree Black Belt, Goshin Jiu-Jitsu
Founder & Head Instructor
Common Questions
Got Questions?
Your Child Is Ready
To Stand Tall.
Join Deer Park families who chose Makoto Jiu Jitsu Centers to give their child confidence, focus, and real self-defense skills that last a lifetime.
Enroll Your Mighty Samurai