Kids Martial Arts · Ages 4–12 · Thibodaux, LA

Kids Martial Arts in Thibodaux

Confidence, focus, and discipline — built one age-appropriate step at a time, in a room that's as much fun as it is structured. Your child's first week is free.
Ages 4–12
Small classes
985-860-6201

Looking for kids martial arts in Thibodaux? You're in the right place. At Next Generation Martial Arts we help children build confidence, focus, and discipline — all while having fun. More than punches and kicks, it's about shaping character: respect, responsibility, and the kind of self-control that shows up at school, at home, and on the mat. We meet your child exactly where they are with three age-based programs.

Find the Right Program for Your Child

Three Age-Based Paths

The Path

Each stage is built to earn the next. A child who starts at four isn't in a holding pattern — they're on a deliberate path that grows with them, all the way into the adult Brazilian jiu jitsu curriculum.

Pre-K
4–5
Focus & coordination
Youth
6–9
Discipline & teamwork
Pre-Teen
10–12
Leadership & resilience
Adult BJJ
13+
The full curriculum
Blue Belt
Goal
Years of mapped progress
Why Families Choose Us

A Trusted Home for Kids Martial Arts in Thibodaux

We're a family-run academy with deep roots in Thibodaux, and we've built our kids programs around what local families actually value. Every child gets attention, structure, and encouragement from experienced coaches who truly care — never thrown into the deep end, always met at their level.

With limited class sizes, consistent communication with parents, a curriculum built for each age, and online training kids can practice at home, we've become a place families trust to help their kids grow.

4–12
Three age-based stages
Small
Classes capped for real attention
Family
Family-run, rooted in Thibodaux
Character
Built on respect & discipline
Train at Home, Too

Online training your child can practice anywhere

Class is just the start. Every family gets access to our online training, so your child can review what they learned and keep practicing between sessions — building the consistency that turns into real confidence. It's the same structured, filmed curriculum that runs our adult program, made age-appropriate for kids.

What Families Say

Loved by Thibodaux Families

Shy, energetic, or somewhere in between — there's a spot on the mats for your child.

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FAQ

Kids Martial Arts — Common Questions

How do I know which program is right for my child?
Our kids martial arts in Thibodaux is divided into three age groups: Pre-K (4–5), Youth (6–9), and Pre-Teen (10–12). Each has a curriculum tailored to that developmental stage. Still unsure? Contact us and we'll help you choose the best fit.
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes — every new student can try a full week free to see how they enjoy it before making any commitment.
How big are the classes?
We limit our kids classes — especially the Pre-K program — so every child gets the individual attention they need to thrive.
What should my child wear to class?
For the first class, comfortable athletic clothes are perfect. Once they enroll, they receive a beginner uniform as part of their membership.
Will my child learn discipline and focus?
Absolutely. Our programs are designed to teach life skills like respect, responsibility, and focus — not just punches and kicks.