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TAP professors will meet your children where they are mentally, physically, and technically.
Parents,
read this:
TAP Method: We deliver attentive coaching, expert guidance, care, patience, and an age-appropriate environment built on a clear progression and consistent standards.
TAP Source: Our proven curriculum is developed by black belt and Jiu-Jitsu world champions Thalys and Abbi Pontes in collaboration with Dr. Elisa Kusano, PhD (ABA), QBA, and a Master in Psychophysics.
TAP goal: Teach kids how to fight while nurturing champions who embody meekness, discipline, focus, and resilience, to carry those skills into their home, school, friendships, and everyday life.

Let's book your
child FIRST CLASS?
- Click the Free Trial Class buttom
- Fill out your contact information
- Pick a date/time on the calendar
- You’ll receive a confirmation text
- Then you’re all set.
What does the first trial look like?
BEGINNERS PROGRAM
"This step-by-step approach builds your child’s self-esteem, helping them feel comfortable on the mat and confident participating in group classes with other kids."
AVAILABILITY IS FRIDAY / SATURDAY FROM 10:00AM TO 4:30PM
what’s next?

Baby / tiny Champions
kids AGE 3-6 will LEARN:
- Listen to Professor instructions.
- Focus on executing the task.
- Show respect for each other.
- Social intelligence & tolerance.
- Full-body mobility exercises.
- Takedown & neutralize the bully.
- Fight to relieve stress & energy.
CLASS IS TUESDAY OR THURSDAY FROM 3:30PM TO 4:15PM
what’s next?
LITTLE Champions
kids AGE 5-7 will LEARN:
- Be independent of their parents.
- Be focused - this isn’t playtime.
- Show respect for teammates.
- Full body mobility exercises.
- Self-control - be still & breathe.
- Build technique muscle memory.
- Follow instructions while fight.
CLASS IS MONDAY OR WEDNESDAY FROM 3:30PM TO 4:15PM
Let's book your
child FIRST CLASS?
- Click the Free Trial Class buttom
- Fill out your contact information
- Pick a date/time on the calendar
- You’ll receive a confirmation text
- Then you’re all set.

Champions
kids AGE 7-13 will LEARN:
- Be independent of their parents.
- Be focused - this isn’t playtime.
- Show respect for teammates.
- Full body mobility exercises.
- Self-control: Persist don’t give up.
- Build technique muscle memory.
- Follow instructions while fight.
CLASS IS MONDAY TO THURSDAY FROM 4:30PM TO 5:15PM
what’s next?

BIG Champions
kids AGE 9-15 will LEARN:
- Show respect for teammates.
- Full-body mobility exercises.
- Build technique muscle memory.
- Listen instructions while fight.
- Self-control: Persist don’t give up.
- Fight to relieve stress & energy.
- Experience victory and defeat.
CLASS IS TUESDAY & THURSDAY FROM 5:30PM TO 6:30PM
what’s next?
combat Champions
kids AGE 8-15 will LEARN:
- Strikes, kicks, and Jiu-Jitsu grips.
- Fight against bullies situation.
- Experience victory and defeat.
- Show respect for teammates.
- Self-control: Persist don’t give up.
- Build technique muscle memory.
- Listen instructions while fight.
CLASS IS MONDAY & WEDNESDAY FROM 5:45PM TO 6:30PM
what’s next?
Competition team
kids AGE 7-15 All levels:
- Led by 5x World Champion Professor Thalys Pontes, our Competition Training is designed to develop competitors, with high-level strategy, proven techniques, and specific drills that sharpen timing, pressure, and pace. Students will build the tactical awareness to attack, counter, and dominate under real match conditions.
COMPETITION CLASS IS ON FRIDAY FROM 5:30PM TO 6:30PM
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Questions? We (probably) have the answers!
What ages do you teach?
What makes TAP Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy unique?
How is BJJ different from other martial arts?
What type of programs do you offer?
Are there classes for beginners?
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Still curious? Talk to us!
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TAP Academy is conveniently located on Celanese Road and is easily accessible from anywhere in Rock Hill, including via Exit 82C on Highway 77.
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1539 Celanese Rd Suite 103, Rock Hill, SC 29732, USA
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