KIDS JIU JITSU CLASSES IN HAWAII
Absolute Minimum Starting Age is
6 Years Old
6 Years Old
RSA Kids Program Graduates: Nainoa Abreu and Isaac Verbrugge
RSA SUPER-KIDS PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
2X+ LONGER = MORE MAT TIME = MORE GROWTH
Philosophy
Our focus is to help our students gain a high proficiency within the art of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. After over 20 years of teaching hundreds of children, we realized that there are no shortcuts, token belts systems or superficial tests that can achieve this objective. Mastery can only be obtained through an inner desire for growth, hard work and commitment. You will find cheaper programs out there but when it comes to experience and a proven record of success, RSA is second to none. What RSA Kid Students Learn?
Parents should investigate and research their options to train their kids before making any commitments as all schools are different. The Dip
Members of our kid’s program have the opportunity to grow in confidence, self-mastery and a solid understanding of basic technique and principles necessary for Jiu-Jitsu mastery. However, along with our teaching staff, parents are a vital part of the equation: nudging their child through the discouraging times or as author Seth Godin calls it, “the dip,” that window of hardship which precedes advancement or a change of course to another activity. We’ve seen kids who had very little natural talent, low interest and ability struggle for a long period of time. Yet, after years of dedication and the support of engaged parents, these same individuals have developed into some of the toughest members of our school exhibiting a new sense of self-confidence and excitement at practice which is carried over into their lives outside of class and often result in more positive social interactions at school and at home. Again, there are no shortcuts but with the right mindset - in coaches, students and parents - effort is compounded and success inevitably achieved. In short, if you’re looking for a program with a quick rewards system, RSA will not be a good fit. Instructors Classes are taught by Relson Gracie’s Black Belt Ronn Shiraki along with a team of handpicked Assistant Instructors. Widely known as one of Relson Gracie’s top students, Ronn Shiraki has obtained his knowledge directly from the master and passes his training experience to all those under his stewardship. RSA strives to maintain an intimate class environment while exposing students to all levels of experience and skill. Classes are limited in size as we believe a lower instructor to child ratio is one of the most important parts of a martial-arts program for kids. No cameras or phones are allowed near window ledges to protect the privacy of our students and teachers. |
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to hear a remarkable podcast on the necessity of rough and tumble play for kids The Ronn Shiraki Academy (RSA) is an excellent Jiu-Jitsu studio for students of all ages and skill levels. My son Kamahele is a multi-sport athlete who has been training with RSA since he was eight-years old. We love the hands-on mentorship of our son. Ronn and his teaching staff are fantastically attentive and caring of all the keiki at the RSA Academy. The instructors foster an atmosphere of respect, kindness and good old fashion hard work. The focus on sound mechanics and repetition translates well to the other disciplines my son participates in, like music, art, bodysurfing, skateboarding, tennis and racquetball." Ronn Shiraki made us and our children feel welcomed to his class. Ronn’s attention to detail and willingness to train complex positions to the finest details made it easy to understand. It motivated my wife and I to also join. I have seen my children grow from it being routine to being a part of their lives. For the past few years, I’ve been hearing the same regretful sentiments expressed by my friends, all set to send their graduating senior away to a mainland college - “Boy, I wish my child knew self-defense so I wouldn’t worry so much.” I didn’t want that to be me. I had taken Jiujitsu from Ronn many years before. I had done my research and followed MMA enough that I knew that Jiu-Jitsu’s efficacy in real life combat situations was undeniable. I knew that Ronn had the top kids program on the island. And not wanting to be one of those regretful parents, I enrolled my daughter at RSA. Best decision of my life. |