High Rollers Canberra

Children can start BJJ at High Rollers Canberra from the age of 4. At this age, most children have developed enough motor skills and coordination to participate in structured classes, understand basic techniques as well as understand some instruction.

The minimum age for starting Judo at High Rollers Canberra is 5 years old. This age is ideal as children have better physical coordination and can follow instructions more effectively.

BJJ starts at 4 because it focuses more on ground techniques and can be adapted for younger children. Judo starts at 5 as it involves more standing techniques and throws, requiring slightly more developed coordination and strength

While our regular classes start at 4 for BJJ and 5 for Judo, we can assess 3 and 4-year-olds individually to determine if they're ready for BJJ and/or Judo. We'll evaluate their ability to follow instructions, their physical coordination, and their overall readiness for a structured martial arts environment.

Sometimes the child maybe ready and will be invited to participate. Other times it might just be waiting another 6 months before reassessing - 6 months can allow for huge developmental leaps for kids.

We look at several factors, including:

• Ability to follow simple instructions
• Basic motor skills and coordination
• Attention span and focus
• Social interaction with peers
• Emotional maturity

Yes, all children must be fully toilet trained and out of nappies before starting any martial arts classes at High Rollers Canberra. This ensures a hygienic environment and indicates a level of developmental readiness for structured classes.

Our classes for young beginners focus on fun, age-appropriate activities that introduce basic martial arts concepts. We incorporate games, drills, and exercises that improve coordination, balance, and body awareness while teaching fundamental techniques

Starting martial arts early can provide numerous benefits, including:

• Improved physical fitness and coordination
• Enhanced focus and discipline
• Increased self-confidence
• Development of social skills
• Learning respect and teamwork

The primary difference between BJJ and No-Gi BJJ lies in the attire worn during training. In traditional BJJ, practitioners wear a Gi, which consists of a heavy cotton jacket, trousers, and a belt indicating their rank. The Gi allows for various grips on the fabric, leading to a slower-paced, more technical style focused on control and leverage.

In contrast, No-Gi BJJ is practiced without the Gi, typically using shorts and a rash guard. This absence of fabric grips results in a faster-paced environment that emphasizes speed, agility, and positional control. Without the Gi to hold onto, practitioners rely more on body locks and wrestling-style techniques. Consequently, No-Gi tends to be more dynamic and explosive, often resembling the grappling seen in mixed martial arts (MMA) competitions.

Judo primarily emphasizes throwing techniques and standing grappling, while BJJ focuses on ground fighting and submission holds. In Judo, practitioners (judokas) aim to throw their opponents to the ground and can use pins or submissions once on the mat. Conversely, BJJ practitioners concentrate on controlling opponents on the ground, utilizing joint locks and chokes to submit them. Both arts share some techniques but differ significantly in their training methods and competitive strategies.

At High Rollers Canberra, we believe both arts are 100% complimentary of each other and essential in building a well rounded practitioner.

Membership entitles our practitioners to one Reformer Pilates booking per week. This ensures that each member has the opportunity to utilize our Reformer Pilates equipment and receive expert instruction. Please note that Reformer Pilates is not available with a 10-pass option and is exclusively for members.

Outside of the 1 booked session a week, members are welcome to come in on stand by and jump in on a class if there is a spot available.