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Mat Munchkins at Calvert MMA Academy®: Your Child’s First Step to Confidence
Southern Maryland’s Premier Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Program for Ages 3–4
Don’t wait to give your 3- or 4-year-old a head start—our Mat Munchkins classes fill up fast and normally have a waitlist! At Calvert MMA Academy®, your child is the hero, and we’re the trusted guide to spark their confidence, focus, and growth through authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. As Southern Maryland’s only certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu academy, led by Jim Thrift, a fifth-degree black belt under Grandmaster Relson Gracie, we’re committed to your child’s success. Secure their spot today before classes are full!
Try Our Exclusive 5-Day VIP Trial Package: 2 Free Classes
Call: 410-257-5425 | Email: info@calvertmma.com
Why Mat Munchkins?
Mat Munchkins is a one-of-a-kind program for 3- and 4-year-olds, offered at both our Sunderland (Calvert MMA) and California, MD (Lineage BJJ®) locations, blending fun, play, and foundational Gracie Jiu-Jitsu to build lifelong skills. Due to small class sizes (6–8 kids), children attend classes only at their signup location unless staff approve otherwise—act now to reserve a spot! Unlike sport-focused martial arts, our curriculum, rooted in the Gracie family’s self-defense system, sets your child up for confidence and safety.
Small Classes, Big Impact: Limited to 6–8 kids per session for personalized attention—waitlists are active, so don’t delay!
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Basics: Playful games introduce safe, simple self-defense moves, laying a foundation for growth.
Skills for Life: Develop focus, listening, coordination, and teamwork—perfect for preschool and beyond.
Elite Coaching: Our instructors, trained under Jim Thrift and the Gracie family, specialize in guiding young learners in a supportive environment.
Proven Excellence: In 2024, our academy won 1st place in the Maryland State Championships (all categories) and 1st place in the world for kids and teens at The Good Fight World Championships.
What Your Child Gains
Our 30-minute classes are tailored to your child’s energy and curiosity, creating a fun, safe space to grow at their chosen location (Sunderland or California, MD):
Confidence & Teamwork: Learn to share and thrive with peers, building social skills for school.
Focus & Listening: Follow directions through engaging activities, preparing for academic success.
Coordination & Agility: Develop balance and body awareness with kid-friendly drills.
Self-Defense Foundation: Introduce basic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu moves, including strikes, wrestling, and judo concepts, in a gentle, age-appropriate way.
Member Support: Access our Members App with an Online Academy, offering a full curriculum to track progress and support growth.
A Safe, Welcoming Environment
Our instructors are experts in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and working with young children, creating a warm, positive space at both locations:
Daily Cleaning: Mats disinfected with all-natural products.
Hospital-Grade Air Purification: Clean, healthy air for every class.
Hygiene Education: We teach kids accountability and provide wipes for safety.
Why Parents Choose Mat Munchkins
Proven Results: Parents see improved focus, confidence, and kindness that shine at home and school.
Trusted Expertise: As Southern Maryland’s only certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu academy, we deliver real self-defense, not sport techniques, under Jim Thrift’s leadership.
Lifelong Foundation: Mat Munchkins builds skills for a bright future, whether your child continues martial arts or not.
How to Start
Our Mat Munchkins program normally has a waitlist due to small class sizes—don’t miss out! Here’s the plan:
Try Two Free Classes: Schedule our Exclusive 5-Day VIP Trial Package with 2 free classes (restrictions apply) at your chosen location (Sunderland or California, MD) to ensure:
The program meets your expectations for your child.
Our instructors confirm your child is ready to join the class.
Bring Basics: Comfy clothes (T-shirt, shorts, or leggings) and a water bottle.
Join or Retry: If your child is ready, secure a spot before waitlists grow (attendance limited to signup location unless staff approve). If not, retry every 3 months—no pressure, just progress.
Sign Up for Your 5-Day VIP Trial
Join Southern Maryland’s Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Leader
For over 17 years, Calvert MMA Academy® and Lineage BJJ® have guided young heroes across Calvert County, from Sunderland to Huntingtown and Prince Frederick. Mat Munchkins offers your 3- or 4-year-old a fun, supportive start to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, building confidence and skills that last. Don’t settle for sport-only martial arts—choose the real thing and start their journey today before spots are gone!
Try Our Exclusive 5-Day VIP Trial Package
Call: 410-257-5425 | Email: info@calvertmma.com
Calvert MMA Academy®: Southern Maryland’s Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Leader
25 Dalrymple Rd, Sunderland, MD 20689
Want to learn more about how our youth Jiu-Jitsu programs work? Read our guide for parents on what to expect in class and discover how we support your child’s success—on and off the mats.
