Fort Worth Kids Sambo
Kid Sambo Classes
Kids Sport Sambo is a youth grappling program rooted in the same history as Russian Sambo, but taught in a way that’s safe, structured, and designed for children to thrive. Sambo began in the 1920s as a system that blended judo, Olympic wrestling, and traditional folk wrestling styles into one unified method of grappling. As it grew into an international sport, Sport Sambo became the grappling-focused competitive format, emphasizing throws, takedowns, pins, control, and submissions—making it a perfect fit for kids who enjoy dynamic movement, problem-solving, and hands-on physical learning.
Students will learn how to fall safely, off-balance an opponent, and use smart body mechanics to execute throws and takedowns inspired by judo and wrestling. We focus heavily on cooperation, safety, and positive training habits, so kids can build confidence without intimidation or chaos. Every class reinforces a central theme of grappling—the entries may change, but the goal is the same: learn the topic, drill it safely, and have fun doing it.
Sambo is a versatile martial art and combat sport that fuses judo and wrestling. It encompasses ground fighting, throws, and submission holds, alongside standing techniques like punches, kicks, knee strikes, and elbow strikes for Combat Sambo. Incorporating a dynamic blend of grappling and striking techniques, Sambo offers practitioners a well-rounded skill set that seamlessly integrates both ground and stand-up combat scenarios.
Through progressive partner drills and guided repetition, kids develop improved coordination, balance, grip fighting, safe falling mechanics, scrambling ability, and foundational submission awareness. They learn how to move their bodies with intention, solve positional challenges, and train respectfully with others regardless of size or skill level. Whether your child wants to build confidence, make friends, burn energy, or eventually compete in Sambo tournaments, this program gives them a clear path into grappling that rewards effort, reinforces discipline naturally through class check-ins, and celebrates progress one safe rep at a time.
Why Try Our Sambo Program?
- Expert Instructors: Learn from a 3x National Sport and Combat Champion!
- Cooperative Environment: Work together, not against each other!
- Community Support: Join a welcoming and supportive community.
- Competition Opportunities: For those that want to compete!
- Health and Fitness: Improve fitness, flexibility, and overall health while having fun.
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