Gracie Bullyproof® Day Camp NYC: Empowering Kids Through Jiu Jitsu
Join the Ultimate Day Camp Experience That Builds Confidence, Character, and Fun!
At Gracie Bullyproof Camp, your child will embark on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery, resilience, and empowerment through the art of Jiu-Jitsu. Our expert instructors will guide them in mastering essential self-defense techniques while fostering discipline, teamwork, and respect. With action-packed activities, engaging life lessons, and a focus on building unstoppable confidence, this is more than a camp—it's a stepping stone to a stronger, happier child.Don’t wait—spots fill up quickly! Enroll your child today and let them take the first step toward a brighter, more confident future!
Monday, March 31st | 9:00am to 5:00pm
(For Ages 6-10)
Prepare Your Child For Life
Every month in the United States, three million children miss school due to fear of bullies. In the Gracie Bullyproof program, our goal is to instill your child with unshakable confidence so they can overcome bullies without violence. Due to the non-violent nature of the techniques, CNN, ABC, NBC, and Oprah have featured the Gracie Bullyproof program as one of the few effective counter-measures to bullying for children.
DAY CAMP DETAILS & ITINERARY
Our Facility
Our camp takes place in a spacious, clean, and safe facility designed specifically with your child’s comfort and safety in mind. The academy features a 4,500-square-foot space, including a 2,700-square-foot matted training area that is fully padded on both the walls and floors to ensure a safe environment for all activities.We maintain a strict no-shoe policy inside the training area, so kids wear socks, and the space is kept extremely hygienic. Bathrooms are conveniently located within the facility, and hand sanitizing stations are available. The mats are cleaned daily with a professional-grade disinfectant, ensuring a pristine and safe environment for your child to enjoy their camp experience.
| MORNING SCHEDULE |
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| 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Ice-Breaker |
| - Kids check-in |
| -Play-based Jiu Jitsu Warm-up Drills |
| 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM: Morning Jiu Jitsu Lesson |
| - Fun, movement-based warm-ups and Jiu Jitsu Self-defense Lesson |
| 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM: Snack Break |
| - Healthy freshcut fruit snacks will be provided by Fresh Kitchen |
| 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM: Arts & Crafts |
| - Themed art activity |
| 11:45 AM – 12:15: PM: Verbal Assertiveness & Boundary Setting |
| - Group role-playing activity: Practice saying “no” and setting clear boundaries in a respectful yet assertive manner. Examples: How to respond to teasing or bullying - particularly when its our friend who has crossed a boundary. What if the bully is our friend?” Standing tall and using confident body language. Tie back to Jiu-Jitsu philosophy: Defense starts with words and presence before physical action. |
| AFTERNOON SCHEDULE |
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| 12:15PM - 1:00PM: Lunch Break & Recess |
| - Kids bring their own packed lunches Note: We are a PEANUT FREE facility |
| 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Character Development Conversations and Activity |
| -Facilitated group discussion on a key character trait (e.g., Responsibility, Health, Kindness, etc.Activity: Kids share stories about a time they showed resilience or helped a friend. Discuss how Jiu-Jitsu builds these traits and how they can apply them outside the academy. |
| 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Organized Games |
| - Jiu Jitsu fitness based indoor obstacles courses, team and individual based games. |
| 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Snack Break |
| -Healthy freshcut fruit snacks will be provided by Fresh Kitchen |
| 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Organized Games |
| - Jiu Jitsu fitness based indoor obstacles courses, team and individual based games. |
| 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Wrap-Up Discussion & Kids Yoga |
| -Recap key lessons from the day and Cool-down Yoga practice. |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Pick-Up |
| - Organize and prepare the children for pickups |
How is Gracie Bullyproof® different from other Kids Self-Defense programs?
Fighting Fire with Water
While many martial arts programs focus on aggressive strikes like punches, kicks, knees, and elbows, Gracie Bullyproof takes a unique approach. Our techniques are entirely defensive, with no strikes involved. We emphasize verbal de-escalation to prevent physical confrontation and equip children with non-violent methods to neutralize threats and maintain control until help arrives. With Gracie Bullyproof, we teach children to respond with non-aggression, so you never have to worry about them becoming bullies themselves.
Our Threefold Strategy
Increased Awareness: Harassment comes in many forms. Sometimes, a victim doesn’t take a stand because they can’t differentiate between “joking” and “bullying.” We teach your child to differentiate between harmless play and harmful harassment so they know precisely when and how to act in each circumstance.Unshakable Confidence: Confidence is the key to being Bullyproof. Bullies often target those who appear vulnerable and tolerant of their abuse. We provide your child with the essential tools to overcome physical, verbal, and psychological harassment, fostering such self-assuredness that bullies won't even attempt to harass them.Total Responsibility: We equip your child to handle bullies while ensuring they don't become one themselves. Our program emphasizes discipline, responsibility, and respect throughout, and we instill five "Rules of Engagement" to ensure they never misuse their newfound skills.
Rules of Engagement
In Gracie Bullyproof, we believe that teaching a child jiu-jitsu without instructing them on when to use it is like handing someone a gun without proper training. Our program uniquely educates children on precisely when they can and cannot apply the techniques they learn. The five "Rules of Engagement" are consistently practiced in class, ensuring that children not only avoid misusing their skills but also feel confident in standing up against bullies when necessary.
Rule 1: Avoid the fight at all costs.Rule 2: If physically attacked, defend yourself.Rule 3: If verbally attacked, follow the Three T-steps (talk, tell, tackle).Rule 4: Never punch or kick the bully, establish control and negotiate.Rule 5: When applying submissions use minimal force and negotiate.
Verbal Jiu-Jitsu Training
Gracie Bullyproof stands out by incorporating Verbal Assertiveness Training, or "Verbal Jiu-Jitsu," into its regular curriculum, addressing the pervasive issue of verbal harassment. Our program includes role-playing exercises designed to teach children how to recognize and handle common threats related to verbal harassment and relational bullying. We empower Gracie Bullyproof students to distinguish between bullying and joking, equipping them with assertive communication skills. Moreover, we educate them on using direct eye contact and confident posture as tools to discourage bullies from targeting them.
Character Development
Our instructors leverage their role to nurture your child’s character for success. The Gracie Character Development Program encompasses six key traits: Responsibility, Health, Respect, Citizenship, Manners, and Caring.
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Gracie Bullyproof in Action
Watch this video of Luis where Gracie Bullyproof has made a positive impact in his life!
FAQs
Do you offer sibling discounts?
Yes. 20% discount for siblings applies. You'll need to send the payment via Venmo (@Ronin-Athletics) or Zelle ([email protected]), since our automated system cannot apply the discount. Please indicate child's name on description.
Is lunch and snacks provided, or should I pack for my child?
Please pack a lunch for your child. We will provide cut fruit for morning and afternoon snacks. IMPORTANT NOTICE We are a Peanut Free Facility. Please make sure your child doesn't bring anything with nuts or at risk of having been processed with nuts (ie. pumpkin, sunflower, cashews, etc)
What should my child wear to this day camp?
Members may wear their complete uniform or a t-shirt with their uniform pant. Non-members, should wear T-shirt and long sweat pants. Everyone is encouraged to wear socks (ideally with grips)
Does my child need experience in Jiu Jitsu to attend?
Both experienced and in-experienced kids will benefit. The coaches will adjust the techniques according to skill level.
What's the age requirments to attend?
Ages 7-10 are welcome. (If they're turning 7 this calendar year 2025, they're invited)
Can my child bring a friend?
Yes, we encourage you to invite your child's friends so they can experience how much fun Gracie Bullyproof is.
What time is drop-off? What time is Pick-up?
The academy will be ready to receive the kids at 8:40am and pick-up is from 4:45pm to 5:00pm.
Will you have photos at the event?
There will be lots of photos and videos taken throughout the day. You will need to complete a media waiver form (will be emailed to you) and will be granted access to Class Dojo, our secure private communication app.
Is there a single point of contact in case of emergency?
Yes. You may contact our Director, Alix at (718) 926-5248.
Ronin Athletics - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu NYC
Tel. (212) 564-4153 | E-mail. [email protected]
265 Madison Avenue - 5th Floor, New York City, NY