The goal was never to raise a fighter. It is to raise a kid who never has to.
Basic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Ages 6-11 in Carrollton, TX
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Carrollton for ages 6 to 11. Real technique, real confidence, and a community that feels like family.
Is Basic the right fit?
- Age Range
- Ages 6 to 11. Ground-based grappling and body control.
- Experience Level
- Total beginner to intermediate. No prior grappling required.
- Students Who Thrive
- Kids who like puzzles, problem-solving, and physical chess.
- Problems It Solves
- Anti-bullying skills, body awareness, calm under pressure.
Grappling, Confidence, and Control for Ages 6 to 11
Basic at our Carrollton academy is kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for ages 6 to 11. Students learn positional control, escapes, and beginner submissions, the leverage-based grappling that has made BJJ one of the most studied martial arts in the world.
Jiu-jitsu rewards patience and problem-solving over size and strength. Kids gain body awareness, mental toughness, and a calm sense of capability they carry off the mat. It is also one of the most effective anti-bullying tools a child can have, because it teaches control instead of aggression.
Class times, and how to book your first one.
Current class times for this program are listed on the full weekly schedule.
45 min
Book your free intro class below, or see all programs by age.
What you walk away with.
Leverage Beats Size
Jiu-jitsu is the most studied martial art for smaller-than-average kids. Technique, not strength, decides outcomes on the mat. Students learn that quickly and carry it everywhere.
Lowest Injury Rate in Martial Arts
Live rolling is introduced progressively after technique is solid, and always supervised. Most kids train for years with nothing more than the occasional bump.
A Community That Earns Each Other's Respect
Jiu-jitsu requires partners who care about each other. The Basic room is a tight, respectful community where kids walk in nervous and within a month are checking on each other after class.
Built around how kids actually develop.
Every kids program keys in on the four stages of childhood development: Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social. We call it PIES. It is how we structure classes, design drills, and build the relationships that turn a shy four-year-old into a confident kid who walks into school with a quiet sense of who they are.
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P Physical
Coordination, strength, control of the body.
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I Intellectual
Focus, problem-solving, learning how to learn.
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E Emotional
Confidence, self-regulation, handling setbacks.
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S Social
Respect, teamwork, friendship across ages.
Ready to put a Basic class on the calendar?
Your first class is free. No experience required. No long-term contract.
What to Bring on Day One.
- 01 Comfortable athletic clothes. Class is barefoot on the mat.
- 02 A water bottle.
- 03 Long hair tied back so it stays out of grip work. Fingernails and toenails trimmed before class.
Other ways into training at Machado Method in Carrollton, TX.
Already decided? Book your free intro class.
What DFW Families Are Saying
Carlos Machado has taught in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for 30 years. The kindest reviews come from the families who have been on his mat the longest.
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Common questions about Basic in Carrollton, TX.
What is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, in one sentence?
It is a grappling-based martial art that uses leverage and position so a smaller person can control a bigger one.
Is jiu-jitsu safe for kids?
Jiu-jitsu has one of the lowest injury rates of any martial art. Live rolling is introduced progressively after technique is solid, and always supervised. Most kids train for years with nothing more than the occasional bump.
Will jiu-jitsu help with bullying?
It helps in two ways. Kids gain the physical skill to stay calm and in control if a situation turns physical, and they gain the confidence that often stops bullying before it starts. The goal is never to make fighters. It is to raise kids who do not need to fight.
Where can my child start jiu-jitsu in Carrollton?
The Basic program at our Carrollton academy is built for ages 6 to 11, beginners welcome. The first few classes focus on movement and getting comfortable on the mat. Book a free intro class to start.
How long are the classes?
Basic classes run about 45 minutes. Call or text us for the current weekly schedule.
Does my child need a gi on day one?
No. Athletic clothes work for the free intro class. If you decide to continue, we will fit your child with a gi and walk you through what to buy.
Book Your Free Basic Class
Try a real Basic class before you commit. Pick a time on the calendar, show up, train, decide from there.
Free intro class · No experience required · No long-term contract · Walk-ins welcome