Stripes mark progress between belts. Here is what striping day looks like for our youngest students.
In jiu-jitsu, the stripes on a belt mark progress between belt promotions. For our youngest students, getting a new stripe is a big moment.
Each kid kneels in front of the coach, gets a stripe taped onto the belt, and leaves with a high five. It's quick, but it shows them that showing up and working hard pays off.
Kids classes start from age 4. Read the parents' guide or book a free trial class.
The 2026 VBJJ Invitational: a full house on the matsOn August 9 the academy hosted the VBJJ Invitational. Here is the day in pictures, from the first kids division to the adult podiums.Read the story 
Summer grading 2025: new belts across the academyBelt promotions for kids and adults at the June 2025 grading, plus the rolling that came before them.Read the story No experience or fitness needed. The team usually confirms within a few hours.
Before you go
No experience, no fitness level and no gi needed. Pick a class that fits your week and the team will confirm within a few hours.
Kids from age 4, adults, women-only classes and 6:30 AM sessions.
