Step Up
for Students
Daytime Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes designed specifically for homeschooled students ages 6–13. A structured, consistent program that builds more than martial arts skills.
Made for
Homeschool Families
The Step Up for Students program was built with homeschool families in mind. We know your schedule is different — so we offer daytime classes Monday and Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM, and Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at 2:00 PM, when our facility is quietest and our instructors can focus entirely on your children.
Students ages 6–13 train Gi four days a week — Monday and Wednesday at 10:30 AM, Tuesday and Thursday at 2:00 PM — building a complete BJJ foundation in a consistent, structured environment.
Beyond technique, this program provides something equally important: the socialization, structure, and teamwork that helps homeschooled students thrive alongside peers who share their dedication.
Program Highlights
- Daytime schedule — no after-school rush
- Gi training 4 days per week
- Full GB Kids curriculum with belt progression
- Peer socialization in a structured setting
- Anti-bullying and character development
- Small class sizes for personalized attention
Step Up for Students — Direct Pay Partner
We are an approved Step Up for Students direct pay provider. That means we bill the scholarship fund directly — no out-of-pocket payment, no waiting for a refund. Open to homeschooled students in Davenport, Kissimmee, Haines City, and Champions Gate.
We Are a Direct Pay Partner.
Zero Refund Hassle.
Most martial arts schools in Florida are not Step Up direct pay providers. That means parents pay the tuition out of pocket first, then submit for reimbursement — a process that can take weeks or months, and many families simply never get paid back.
At Gracie Barra Davenport, we bill Step Up for Students directly. Your scholarship funds come straight to us. You never pay out of pocket. You never wait for a refund. You just show up and train.
Use Your Scholarship TodayWhat Step Up Funds Can Cover at GB Davenport
- Monthly membership — ongoing BJJ training, 4 days per week
- Gi uniform (kimono) — the official Gracie Barra gi your child trains in
- Private lessons — one-on-one instruction to accelerate progress
Already have a Step Up account?
Contact us and we'll walk you through linking GB Davenport as your direct pay provider. It takes minutes and your child can start training right away.
Martial Arts Supports
Homeschool Education
Critical Thinking
BJJ is like chess — students learn to think ahead, problem-solve, and adapt in real time.
Socialization
Train alongside peers, build friendships, and develop teamwork in a structured group setting.
Physical Health
Daily movement, fitness, and coordination development in a safe, progressive environment.
Goal Setting
The belt system teaches students to set goals, work consistently, and celebrate real achievements.
A Typical Class
Warm-up (5 min)
Movement drills and stretching
Technique (20 min)
Gi technique — Mon/Wed at 10:30 AM · Tue/Thu at 2:00 PM
Drilling (15 min)
Partner practice with instructor guidance
Positional Games (5 min)
Fun, competitive position-based games
Cool-down (5 min)
Stretching and instructor debrief
Frequently Asked Questions
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Kids & Adults · Gi and No-Gi · Ages 3 and up
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | Teens & AdultsEarly Bird · Gi | Teens & AdultsEarly Bird · Gi | ||||
| 10:30 AM | HomeschoolersAges 6–13 · Gi | HomeschoolersAges 6–13 · Gi | ||||
| 11:00 AM | Kids CompetitionBJJ · Ages 6–13 | |||||
| 12:00 PM | Teens & AdultsGi · Ages 14+ | Teens & AdultsNo-Gi · Ages 14+ | Teens & AdultsGi · Ages 14+ | Teens & AdultsNo-Gi · Ages 14+ | Teens & AdultsGi · Ages 14+ | Teens & Adults CompetitionAges 14+ |
| 2:00 PM | HomeschoolersAges 6–13 · Gi | HomeschoolersAges 6–13 · Gi | ||||
| 4:00 PM | Tiny Champs · GiAges 3–5 | Tiny Champs · GiAges 3–5 | Tiny Champs · No-GiAges 3–5 | |||
| 4:50 PM | Little Champs · GiAges 6–9 | Little Champs · No-GiAges 6–9 | Little Champs · GiAges 6–9 | Little Champs · No-GiAges 6–9 | Little Champs · GiAges 6–9 | |
| 5:40 PM | Juniors · GiAges 10–13 | Juniors · No-GiAges 10–13 | Juniors · GiAges 10–13 | Juniors · No-GiAges 10–13 | Juniors · GiAges 10–13 | |
| 6:30 PM | Teens & AdultsGi · Ages 14+ | Teens & AdultsNo-Gi · Ages 14+ | Teens & AdultsGi · Ages 14+ | Teens & AdultsNo-Gi · Ages 14+ | Teens & Adults CompetitionAges 14+ | |
| 7:30 PM | Teens & AdultsGi · Ages 14+ | Teens & AdultsGi · Ages 14+ |
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