Kids Summer Events – 2025
While our regular BJJ classes take a short break from 26th July to 1st September, we’ve planned four exciting midweek events to keep your kids active, creative, and having fun during the summer holidays! 🥋🎉
Each event is designed to engage kids aged 4–14, whether they're BJJ members or not. Activities are safe, fully supervised, and packed with energy and creativity!
🗓 When & Where:
🕓 Every Wednesday | 4:00–6:00pm
📍 From 30th July to 20th August
🎯 What’s On:
🏅 30th July – Kids Olympic Games
An afternoon of movement, teamwork, and friendly competition at the Rottingdean Recreation Ground (REC).
Children will be grouped by mixed ages and skill levels to take part in Olympic-style games.
Activities include:
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Sprint races
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Throwing events
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Obstacle courses
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Team games
🏅 We’ll finish with a fun medal ceremony where every participant is awarded for effort and bravery.
Location: REC – Rottingdean Recreation Ground
Dress code: Grand Union NoGi Uniform
What to bring: Water bottle
👨👩👧👦 Parents are welcome to stay or just drop off and collect.
🪁 6th August – DIY Kite Making & Flying
A creative indoor/outdoor session starting in the gym. Kids will design and build their own kites using all materials provided — then we’ll take a walk to the beach and fly them together!
What’s included:
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All kite-building materials
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Guided step-by-step assembly with coaches
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Artistic freedom to decorate their kite however they like!
Location: Gym & Beach
Dress code: Grand Union NoGi Uniform
What to bring: Water bottle
👨👩👧👦 Parents can join at the beach or pick up from the gym.
⚽ 13th August – Football & Picnic
We’re back at the REC for a friendly football tournament!
Kids will be divided into age groups for short matches, and there’s a nearby playground for those who prefer not to play football.
After the games, we’ll all take a break to enjoy a picnic.
Location: REC – Rottingdean Recreation Ground
Dress code: Grand Union NoGi Uniform
What to bring: Water bottle & lunch box
👨👩👧👦 Families are encouraged to join the picnic, or simply pack a snack for your child.
🎬 20th August – Cinema & Popcorn (Gym)
Yes, that’s right — we’re bringing the cinema to the gym! 🍿
Kids can relax on mats and pillows, enjoy fresh popcorn, and watch a new release — “Lilo & Stitch”.
To make it extra cozy, we encourage kids to wear pyjamas and bring their favourite teddy or pillow.
Location: Gym
Dress code: Pyjamas
What to bring: Water bottle, teddy bear and/or pillow
🎟️ Pricing Non-Members:
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£50 for all four events
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Or £15 per session
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FREE for all active Grand Union BJJ members
All materials are included. Siblings and friends (non-members) are welcome — fees apply.
⚠️ Booking Info:
All bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance so we can prepare materials and ensure proper supervision.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept late bookings — even for active members.
📲 How to Book:
Go to our Locations page, click on Brighton, and scroll down to the section titled "Book Your Brighton Free Trial." There you’ll see all available event dates — simply choose the one that suits your child.
Alternatively, you can call us directly on 01273 933132 to reserve your place!