Parents deserve straight talk on safety. Jiu-Jitsu has no sprinting collisions, no ballistic hits, and no repetitive head trauma. We spend most of our time on the ground. The most common “injury” is a skin pinch from gripping the gi.

We teach breakfalls from day one so kids learn to land safely. We use padded mats that absorb shock. And we distinguish between throws and takedowns in kid-friendly ways. A throw usually means lifting someone and placing their back to the mat; a takedown often means clenching the legs, off-balancing, and guiding to the floor. Kids are close to the ground already, so properly taught takedowns are gentle. We practice them with control and clear rules.

Can any sport eliminate all risk? No. But with smart coaching, equipment, and culture, injuries in kids’ Jiu-Jitsu end up as a rounding error. Compared to football, soccer, or boxing, the difference is night and day.