Move Their Body
Classes give kids a structured way to move, build coordination and burn energy after a day spent in the classroom.
After-school activities in Del Mar
More Than Something to Do After School.
Give your child an after-school routine that keeps them moving, learning and growing. Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club offers weekday Jiu-Jitsu classes that build confidence, focus, discipline and real friendships.
Ages 3+Beginner-friendlyDel Mar, CANo experience needed
A better use of the hours after school
An after-school activity with a purpose.
Some families need childcare. Others are looking for a place where their child can get active, build confidence, learn to handle challenges and come home feeling like they accomplished something. That is where Jiu-Jitsu fits.Not childcare—something purposeful. Kids move, practice focus, handle challenges and leave feeling accomplished.
Build Real Confidence
Progress comes from learning, trying, adjusting and trying again—not from being the loudest kid in the room.
Practice Focus
Listening to a coach, working with a partner and remembering techniques gives kids a practical place to practice attention.
Handle Frustration
Jiu-Jitsu gives children safe, age-appropriate opportunities to work through difficult moments and keep going.
Find Their People
Training partners become teammates. Kids learn to communicate, cooperate and grow alongside one another.
Build a Routine
Multiple weekday class options make it easier to create a consistent school-week rhythm that fits family life.
Real coaching.
Real progress.
More Than Jiu-Jitsu
They learn the technique. They practice the habits.
The real value often shows up in ordinary moments: listening when it is hard, staying calm when something does not work, being a good partner, and coming back to try again.
Safe Challenge
Age-appropriate instruction with coaches who care about the person, not just the move.
Earned Progress
Kids learn that improvement comes from consistency, patience and effort.
Confidence Without the Hype
Quiet confidence built through real experiences they can carry outside the academy.
For parents looking beyond “busy”
A place to learn hard things safely.
At Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club, the goal is not to turn every child into a competitor. The goal is to create an environment where kids can be challenged, supported and proud of the work they put in.
That makes Jiu-Jitsu a strong fit for families searching for an after-school sport, kids martial arts or an enrichment activity in Del Mar, Carmel Valley and nearby communities.
Explore Kids Jiu-Jitsu
Programs by age
A class that meets them where they are.
Beginner-friendly instruction changes with each age group, so kids can learn at the right pace and feel successful from their first visit.
Toddlers01
Ages 3–5
Movement, listening, coordination and fun in an age-appropriate class.
Kids02
Ages 6–9
Foundational Jiu-Jitsu, confidence, teamwork and skill development.
Kids03
Ages 9–12
More advanced movement, problem-solving, technique and personal responsibility.
Teens04
Ages 13+
Structured training that blends technical development, fitness and community.
Built around the school day
Weekday afternoon classes.
A clear school-week rhythm makes it easier for a new activity to stick. Choose the age group and class time that best fits your family.
View Full Live SchedulePlanning ahead? Use the live academy schedule for the most current class times and holiday changes.
Del Mar, CaliforniaLocal by design
After-school Jiu-Jitsu in the heart of Del Mar.
Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club serves families from Del Mar, Carmel Valley, Solana Beach, Torrey Pines and surrounding North County communities.
Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club 2120 Jimmy Durante Blvd Ste. 121Del Mar, CA 92014 (858) 265-8982
A convenient after-school activity for families from Del Mar Heights, Del Mar Hills, Carmel Del Mar, Ashley Falls, Sage Canyon, Torrey Hills, Ocean Air and Pacific Sky.
Contact The ClubOur kids are super motivated and want to go all the time.
For parents
Useful reading for the school-week transition.
Practical guidance on what Jiu-Jitsu can add to a child’s routine—without the hype.
School routines · 5 min read
Back-to-School Confidence: How Kids Jiu-Jitsu Builds a Steady Routine
Listening, social skills, resilience and repetition can all support the transition back to school.
Read the article School success · 6 min readHow Jiu-Jitsu Helps Prepare Kids for Success in School
A practical look at focus, confidence, resilience, respect and healthy routines.
Read the articleCommon questions
Before your first class.
Clear answers for parents comparing after-school programs and kids activities in Del Mar.
Is this an after-school childcare program?
No. Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club offers scheduled Jiu-Jitsu classes. We do not provide school pickup or extended childcare.
Does my child need Jiu-Jitsu experience?
No. Beginners are welcome, and the first class is free.
What ages do you teach?
Toddlers ages 3–5, kids ages 6–9 and 9–12, and teens ages 13 and older.
How often can kids train?
There are multiple youth class options during the week. Check the live academy schedule for the most current times.
Do you serve Carmel Valley families?
Yes. Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club serves Del Mar, Carmel Valley, Solana Beach and nearby North County communities.
Where are you located?
2120 Jimmy Durante Blvd Ste. 121, Del Mar, CA 92014.
The hardest part is stepping onto the mat
Try one class. See what they think.
No pressure and no experience needed. Let your child meet the coaches, step onto the mat and experience The Club for themselves.