Youth Classes
Youth Programs
Beginning of Muay Thai
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The Class
Muay Thai for kids and youth is a dynamic martial art that teaches striking techniques using hands, feet, elbows, and knees while focusing on discipline, coordination, and respect. It helps build confidence, improve fitness, enhance focus, and develop self-defense skills in a fun, structured environment.
The Instructor
Jojo Marquez is a 25-year mountain resident and former competitive fighter under Joe Stevenson’s Cobra Kai and Master Toddy’s Muay Thai. With 7 years of personal training experience as well as 12 years of fighting experience, Jojo understands the value of putting clients first. By providing a setting where all athletes can grow and improve on the craft all year round, Jojo loves helping clients attain their individual goals.
Fundamentals of Movement
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The Class
This youth class is designed to teach the fundamentals of basic human movement in a PE-type setting. Each class sets out to practice functional movements in a group setting and is adaptable for all abilities. Kids will develop agility, athleticism, and strength within games and activities.
The Instructor
Jon Jurado is the owner/operator of Elite Altitude gym. He has been a mountain resident for over 40 years. Jon is a multiple-sport coach at our local high school. He received his nutrition degree from Arizona State University and has held certification in personal training, movement development, and youth program development. Jon specializes in athletic training and program development.
Youth Jiu Jitsu
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The Class
Youth Jiu-Jitsu helps kids build confidence, discipline, and respect while learning effective self-defense techniques in a safe and controlled environment. It also improves coordination, focus, problem-solving skills, and overall fitness, while teaching them how to stay calm under pressure.
The Instructor
Derek Johnson is a 2nd degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under pioneer Bob Bass- one of America’s first BJJ practitioners. Derek has been practicing consistently since 1999, and over the years, he has spent significant time training under some of the legends of the sport. He is a father to two children.
Lineage: Mitsuyo Maeda > Carlos Gracie Sr. > Carlos Gracie Jr. > Rigan Michado > Bob Bass > Derek Johnson.
We offer Youth Personal Training. Martial arts, speed/strength/ agility, and sport specific training available, $50 per session. We are vendor approved; please email us to see if we partner with your school.
Class Schedule
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Routine
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7:00 AM
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9:00 AM
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10:00 AM
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2:00
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3:15
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4:15
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4:30
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5:15
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5:30
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6:30
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8:00
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Monday
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Beginning Muay Thai (6-9 yrs )
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Beginning Muay Thai (10-13 yrs )
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Tuesday
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Youth Jiu Jitsu
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Wednesday
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Youth Fundamentals of Movement
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Beginning Muay Thai (6-9 yrs )
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Beginning Muay Thai (10-13 yrs )
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Thursday
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Youth Jiu Jitsu
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