Ages 7–12
Vilanova BJJ Youth Competition Class
Application-Only • Youth Advanced students • Tuesdays
A focused competition-training program for Youth Advanced students who want to build confidence, conditioning, and match-ready skills in the Vilanova BJJ Youth Competition Class. Without losing the fun and team culture that makes Vilanova special.
Program Snapshot
- Day: Tuesday | Time: 4:10–5:10pm Required follow-on class: Youth Advanced 5:10–6:10pm (back-to-back attendance required)
- Ages: 7–12 | Lead instructor: Professor Talita | Enrollment: Application + coach approval
The Vilanova BJJ Youth Competition Class is designed to elevate your child’s skills in a competitive environment.
Competition-Focused, Safety-First
What We Train
A typical class includes:
- Movement prep + competition warm-up
- High-percentage technique sequences
- Situational rounds from common match positions
- Structured sparring with coaching between rounds
- Cooldown + mindset/goal check


5 Benefits for Your Student
- 1. Confidence under pressureStudents learn to stay calm, think clearly, and keep working when it gets tough.
2. Faster improvementFocused drilling and specific training helps techniques show up in live rounds.
3. Better conditioning and paceStudents build the ability to push hard safely, recover, and keep a strong tempo.
4. Smarter strategyScoring awareness, position priorities, and problem-solving mid-round.
5. Stronger mindset and disciplineGoal setting, accountability, and coach-ability that carries into school and life.
Who This Program Is For
This class is for students who:
• Are currently in Youth Advanced
• Want to improve performance, focus, and confidence under pressure
• Can commit to consistent attendance and being a great teammate
• Are currently in Youth Advanced
• Want to improve performance, focus, and confidence under pressure
• Can commit to consistent attendance and being a great teammate

Requirements (Please Read)
Eligibility
Student must be in Youth Advanced and receive coach approval.
Back-to-Back Attendance
Students must attend both Tuesday classes:
1. Youth Competition Class (4:10–5:10pm)
2. Youth Advanced (5:10–6:10pm)
1. Youth Competition Class (4:10–5:10pm)
2. Youth Advanced (5:10–6:10pm)
Minimum Participation Requirement
75% attendance minimum (at least 3 out of 4 Tuesdays per month), including both classes back-to-back.
16-Week Commitment (Term of Responsibility)
Students accepted into the program commit to:
• Showing up prepared and on time
• Training with respect and focus
• Training safely with controlled intensity
• Being coachable and applying feedback
• Representing Vilanova BJJ with sportsmanship and humility
• Showing up prepared and on time
• Training with respect and focus
• Training safely with controlled intensity
• Being coachable and applying feedback
• Representing Vilanova BJJ with sportsmanship and humility
Parents/guardians commit to:
Apply at the front desk. Spots are limited and coach approval is required.
Apply Now!
FAQ
Does my child have to compete in tournaments?
No. Tournaments are optional. This program builds skills that help in competition and in everyday training.
What if we miss a Tuesday?
We understand things come up. Students must maintain 75% attendance to stay active in the program.
Can my child join if they are not in Youth Advanced yet?
Not at this time. This program is for Youth Advanced students only.
What should my child bring?
Water bottle, clean uniform/gear as required, and a great attitude.
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