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After trial class, what’s next ? and What to expect ?
Parent’s We’ll help your kids gain self-esteem, become more disciplined, improve mobility, get in shape, build resilience, and develop friendships all while training like champions!
tap method;
We’ve built one of the most complete kids’ jiu‑jitsu curriculums in the world by providing attentive coaching, expert step-by-step guidance, and an age and skill appropriate environment rooted in clear progression and consistent standards.
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Our proven methodology and curriculum is developed by black belt, multiple-time Jiu-Jitsu world champions Thalys and Abbi Pontes, in collaboration with Dr. Elisa Kusano, PhD (ABA), QBA, and a master’s in psychophysics.
tap goal;
Teach Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu while nurturing each student’s character development creating a path for them to embody respect, discipline, focus, resilience, self-esteem, kindness, and meekness. We teach, and they carry these skills into their home, school, friendships, and everyday life.

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.
TUESDAY AT 3:30PM TO 4:15PM
THURSDAY AT 3:30PM TO 4:15PM
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.
MONDAY AT 3:30PM TO 4:15PM
WEDNESDAY AT 3:30PM TO 4:15PM

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.
MONDAY AT 4:30PM TO 5:15PM
TUESDAY AT 4:30PM TO 5:15PM
WEDNESDAY AT 4:30PM TO 5:15PM
THURSDAY AT 4:30PM TO 5:15PM

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.
TUESDAY AT 5:30PM TO 6:30PM
THURSDAY AT 5:30PM TO 6:30PM
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.
MONDAY AT 5:45PM TO 6:30PM
WEDNESDAY AT 5:45PM TO 6:30PM
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.
FRIDAY AT 5:00PM TO 7:00PM
RESULTS ?






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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