From Toddlers to adults, we have a class for you.
Baby Rhinos (Ages 3–4)
Next session begins August 18th & 21st
Mondays 10:00 AM 30 - minute class or
Thursdays 5:45 PM 30 - minute class
We offer a free class before each new 6-week session. Upcoming FREE CLASSES: August 12th at 5:00pm
Our Baby Rhinos program is designed to make learning fun while helping 3-year-olds build confidence on the mat. Through interactive instruction and movement-based games, kids improve coordination, balance, and body awareness—all while developing social skills and learning to follow directions without a parent.
This is more than just a class—it’s a safe and exciting way to help your child grow, make friends, and take their first step into Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. Parents are welcome on the mat in the first class if needed, but we encourage independence as they become more comfortable.
Parents can continue enrolling their child in back-to-back 6-week sessions, each building on the last. Once your child is ready—typically around 3.5 to 4 years old—and the instructor gives the green light, they’ll move up to our Mighty Rhinos program for the next step in their journey.
Mighty Rhinos (Age 3.5-4)
Our Mighty Rhinos program is the perfect bridge between Baby Rhinos and Lil Rhinos. This once-a-week, 45-minute class (Tuesdays at 5:30 PM) shifts focus from games to techniques, helping students prepare for the structure and pace of our full Lil Rhinos 4-6 year old program.
Here’s what sets Mighty Rhinos apart:
-Focus on Fundamentals: Students begin wearing a Gi and learning basic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu techniques in a focused but age-appropriate environment.
-Less Play, More Progress: We reduce game time and increase hands-on instruction to develop listening skills, discipline, and movement control.
-Confidence & Independence: This program encourages kids to follow directions, engage with instructors, and participate without parental help, building the confidence needed for a more structured class.
-Prepares for Twice-a-Week Training: Students build the stamina and focus needed for our more advanced Lil Rhinos class, which meets twice weekly.
Lil Rhinos Program
(Ages 4–6)
Our Lil Rhinos program introduces young children to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu self-defense in a fun, supportive environment designed just for ages 4 to 6. We focus on building your child’s confidence while teaching them how to protect themselves through age-appropriate training.
What Your Child Will Learn:
-Fundamental Jiu-Jitsu Techniques: We teach the core building blocks of Gracie
Jiu-Jitsu.
-Safety in Grappling: Our top priority is teaching students how to train safely. We focus on proper technique, tapping, and learning control before intensity.
Progression Path:
Once students have built a strong foundation of techniques and has demonstrated readiness through our instructor evaluations, they’ll be invited to our Advanced Lil Rhinos program.
In this next level, we introduce basic submissions and more complex grappling skills in a safe and structured way.
Youth Crash (Age 7-11)
For Kids Who Need Confidence
Our Youth Crash class is Team Rhino’s fundamentals program-the foundation of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for kids ages 7 to 11.
It’s designed for students who may not feel at home in traditional sports, kids struggling with confidence, or those dealing with bullying. This class teaches essential Jiu-Jitsu techniques while building focus, discipline, and real-world self-defense.
Why parents choose Team Rhino:
-Proven Self-Defense Techniques that will empower kids to defend themselves against larger, stronger opponents
-Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals: Students build the foundational skills they’ll use throughout their training journey.
-Confidence-First Training: Kids progress based on skill and effort, not athletic ability or team selection.
Once students build a solid foundation and show readiness through our evaluation progress, they can move to our Advanced Crash program (7-11) to take their training to the next level.
Homeschool Weekly
Day Class
Starting August 11th
We’re excited to offer daytime Jiu-Jitsu classes designed specifically for homeschool families. Whether you're just exploring martial arts or looking for consistent training, we have two flexible options to choose from:
6-Week Session-Based Program
Perfect for families who want to try Jiu-Jitsu without a long-term commitment.
3-Month Training Program- for consistent training and progress in our program.
Schedule (Limit 20 students per age group)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Ages 4–9
12:10 PM – 1:10 PM: Ages 10–14
Your child can attend a free trial class, which are held during our regular night time classes.
Students can start this program at any time.
Youth Competition Classes
We offer a competition class for our youth program. This class focuses on techniques to prepare students to compete locally. The techniques that are taught are separate from our regular youth program curriculum. It is not required to compete at Team Rhino, but we offer this program to those who want to challenge themselves at a competition level.
This program is only available for current Team Rhino students.
Tween Crash 12-14
Confidence + Self-Defense for the Middle School Years
Our Tween Program is built specifically for students who’ve outgrown kids’ programs but aren’t ready for adult training. With their own dedicated instructor and age-specific approach, tweens gain real self-defense skills and confidence in every class.
Why parents love it:
-Situational Self-Defense: We teach safety in real-world scenarios, Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals, and grappling skills.
-Small class sizes
-Preps for Adult Jiu-Jitsu: Students learn foundational techniques from the adult curriculum and are ready to level up at 15.
This program bridges the gap between youth classes and adult training, giving your tween the tools to protect themselves.
Adults 15+
Our adult Jiu-Jitsu program is built on the proven self-defense principles of Grandmaster Helio Gracie. We focus on real-world self-defense, while keeping every class grounded in our three core values: Safety, Technique, and Simplicity. These values guide everything we do and ensure that every student, no matter their background, can train with confidence.
What Makes Team Rhino Different?
First class: Every new student begins with a one-on-one introduction. We’ll walk you through the basics of grappling safety, class structure, and foundational techniques so you feel comfortable from day one.
Simple, Effective Curriculum
Our techniques are taught in a logical, step-by-step format using structured drills that make understanding, retaining, and applying easier. We cut out the fluff and focus on what works.
Structured Advancement
Every belt level follows a clear, consistent curriculum. You’ll always know what you’re working toward, and promotions are earned based on effort, attendance, and demonstrated skill.
Level-Based Classes
Classes are divided by experience level:
-Foundations (White & Green Belts)
-Intermediate (Blue Belts)
-Advanced (Purple Belt & above)
Each group trains with instructors focused specifically on their curriculum, helping you progress faster and more confidently.
LEO Defensive Tactics
Officers can receive P.O.S.T. credit for these classes.
Law enforcement Training is a specialized program designed to equip officers with the skills to enhance their ability to handle physical confrontations safely and effectively. This training focuses on leveraging takedowns and restraints, positional control, submission techniques, weapon retention, arrest and handcuffing, defensive tactics, and scenario-based training. As a former law enforcement officer and the creator of the Idaho POST Academy's first ground control curriculum, the late Professor Keith Owen was passionate about teaching police officers and increasing the odds that they return safely to their families.
Classes are every Monday and Friday at 7:00 am.
Team Rhino Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is proud to offer this program to local law enforcement officers.
Baby Rhinos (Ages 3–4)
Baby Rhinos is designed to give your 3-year-old their first experience on the mat in a safe, fun, and supportive environment.
Our goals are simple — help your child develop focus, improve listening skills, build coordination, and grow in confidence. One of the most valuable parts of Baby Rhinos is learning to participate independently while parents watch from the sidelines. This builds self-reliance and confidence that carries far beyond the mat.
Students learn to follow instructor guidance, work alongside other children, and develop the social skills that will serve them for a lifetime. Every class embraces the big personalities and emotions of 3-year-olds — our instructors are committed to making every class a safe and positive experience.
Classes are 30 minutes on Thursdays at 5:45 PM. Sessions run in 6-week blocks with a free trial class before each session begins.
Your child's instructor will evaluate readiness before moving up to Mighty Rhinos or Lil Rhinos.
Mighty Rhinos (Age 3.5-4)
Mighty Rhinos is the perfect bridge between Baby Rhinos and Lil Rhinos — designed for ages 3.5 to 4.
This once-a-week, 45-minute class meets on Tuesdays at 5:30 PM. Students transition from games to structured techniques, building the listening skills, discipline, and movement control needed for our full Lil Rhinos program.
Students begin wearing a Gi and learning fundamental jiu-jitsu techniques in a focused, age-appropriate environment - with less play and more progress than Baby Rhinos. Our 3-month cycle gives students the time they need to learn and absorb the basics before moving to the next level.
Just like Baby Rhinos, students learn to follow instructions from instructors, work alongside other children, and build the social skills and confidence that carry far beyond the mat.
Trial classes begin April 7th, 2026 - limited space available in the program!
Your child's instructor will evaluate readiness before moving up to Lil Rhi
Lil Rhinos Program (Ages 4–6)
Lil Rhinos introduces young children to self-defense jiu-jitsu in a fun, supportive environment designed for ages 4 to 6.
We focus on building your child's confidence while teaching them how to protect themselves through age-appropriate training.
Students learn fundamental jiu-jitsu techniques and the core building blocks of self-defense. Safety is our top priority — we focus on proper technique, tapping, and learning control before intensity.
Students also continue developing listening skills, social skills, and confidence both on and off the mat.
Once a student has built a strong foundation and demonstrated readiness through instructor evaluations, they will be invited to our Advanced Lil Rhinos program - where we introduce basic submissions and more complex grappling skills in a safe and structured way.
Classes held in Meridian, Idaho
Youth Crash (Age 7-11)
Youth Crash is Team Rhino's fundamentals program for kids ages 7 to 11, built on real self-defense jiu-jitsu.
This program is designed for kids who may not feel at home in traditional sports, children struggling with confidence, or those dealing with bullying. Every student progresses based on skill and effort - not athletic ability or team selection.
What your child will learn: Proven self-defense techniques that empower kids to protect themselves against larger, stronger opponents. Students build foundational jiu-jitsu skills, focus, and discipline in a safe, structured environment.
We believe every child deserves to feel confident and capable. At Team Rhino, that's exactly what we build.
Once a student demonstrates readiness through instructor evaluation, they will be invited to our Advanced Crash program to take their training to the next level.
Classes held in Meridian, Idaho.
Homeschool Weekly Day Class
We’re excited to offer daytime Jiu-Jitsu classes designed specifically for homeschool families. This program has all the benefits of our youth program and curriculum.
Schedule (Limit 20 students per group)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Ages 4–12 (class is separated by age)
Your child can attend a free trial class during our regular nighttime classes.
Students can start this program at any time.
Classes held in Meridian, Idaho
Tween Crash 12-14
Middle school is hard. Friendships change. Confidence is shaky. Social pressure is real.
Your child needs more than just a hobby — they need a sense of belonging, strength, and confidence.
At Team Rhino's Tween Program, students ages 12–14 will learn real self-defense, build confidence and discipline, train their focus and problem-solving, and grow both on and off the mat.
This is not your typical sport. This is jiu-jitsu - designed for kids who feel stuck in the middle.
Our Tween program bridges the gap between youth classes and adult training. Students learn foundational techniques from the adult curriculum and will be ready to move into our Adult program at age 15.
Class sizes are small — this is a newer program and space fills up fast!
Classes meet Mondays at 7:15 pm and Wednesdays at 6:15 PM. One day a week classes are available for this program.
Classes held in Meridian, Idaho.
Adults 15+
Our Adult program is built on the proven self-defense principles of Grandmaster Helio Gracie — grounded in our three core values: Safety, Technique, and Simplicity.
This is real-world self-defense jiu-jitsu. No fluff. Just effective techniques taught in a logical, step-by-step format that anyone can learn, regardless of age or athletic ability.
Your first class: Every new student starts with a private 30-minute one-on-one introduction on Tuesdays at 6:45 PM. We walk you through grappling safety, class structure, and foundational techniques so you feel comfortable from day one, then you jump right into the Adult Fundamentals class at 7:15 PM.
Level-based classes: Classes are divided by experience, so you always train with people at your level:
Fundamentals - White & Green Belts
Intermediate - Blue Belts
Advanced - Purple Belt and above
Structured advancement: Every belt level follows a clear, consistent curriculum. Promotions are earned based on effort, attendance, and demonstrated skill — never purchased.
Classes run throughout the week with morning, afternoon, and evening options available.
Classes held in Meridian, Idaho
LEO Defensive Tactics
Officers can receive P.O.S.T. credit for these classes.
Law enforcement Training is a specialized program designed to equip officers with the skills to enhance their ability to handle physical confrontations safely and effectively. This training focuses on leveraging takedowns and restraints, positional control, submission techniques, weapon retention, arrest and handcuffing, defensive tactics, and scenario-based training. As a former law enforcement officer and the creator of the Idaho POST Academy's first ground control curriculum, the late Professor Keith Owen was passionate about teaching police officers and increasing the odds that they return safely to their families.
Classes are every Monday and Friday at 7:00 am.
Team Rhino Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is proud to offer this program to local law enforcement officers.
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