Manistee Combat Academy

10/21/2026

A little coaching, a little practice, and teammates learning together. 🥋

Our kids’ jiu-jitsu classes at Manistee Combat Academy give children a place to try something new, work through challenges, and build confidence one class at a time. There’s room for a few laughs, too.

Curious about getting your child on the mats? Message us to learn how to get started!

10/20/2026

Your child doesn’t have to be outgoing to find their place on the mat. 🥋

If they’re shy or nervous about joining a new activity, you probably have questions about kids jiu-jitsu. We put together a guide for Manistee parents covering partner practice, first-class nerves, and the small wins to look for along the way.

Read it here:
https://www.manisteecombatacademy.com/news/is-jiu-jitsu-right-for-a-shy-child-a-guide-for-manistee-parents

Want to see how your child likes it? Their first week at Manistee Combat Academy is free. Message us with questions or to get started.

Your child wants to try something new. Then you get to the door, they hear a room full of unfamiliar voices, and suddenly they’re not so sure. For parents of quieter kids, signing up for an activity can come with a few extra questions. Will they feel left out? Will they have to work with someone t...

10/19/2026

A place to learn, make friends, and find out what you’re capable of. 🥋

Kids and adults putting in work at Manistee Combat Academy. From your first class to your next belt, there’s room for you on these mats.

Come try a week free!

10/08/2026

Thank you to our visitor Sam for this fun last week, he’s 59 and is a killer 🙏

10/06/2026

Looking for something that helps your child build confidence, discipline, focus, and real-world skills?

Kids Jiu Jitsu at Manistee Combat Academy gives children a place to stay active, challenge themselves, learn self-defense, make friends, and become more confident every time they step on the mat.

They’re learning how to handle pressure, keep trying when something is difficult, respect their teammates, and believe in what they’re capable of.

And yes — they have a lot of fun doing it.

If you’re looking for kids martial arts or Jiu Jitsu in Manistee, come see what a class is like.

Kids + adults welcome.
First week FREE.

09/08/2026

Kids learn best when they’re engaged.

That’s why games are part of the process at Manistee Combat Academy. They build movement, reactions, timing, awareness, confidence, and connection with teammates, all while keeping kids excited to be on the mats.

Because when kids have fun, they want to come back. And when they keep coming back, that’s where the real growth happens. 🥋

First week free. Come see what we’re about.

08/19/2026

A lot of learning happens between the rolls.

Coach Bren is right there with them, helping them slow down, think through the position, and figure out what to do next.

That’s one of the best parts of watching these kids train. Little by little, they get more confident, more comfortable, and more capable every time they step on the mats.

🥋 Kids Jiu Jitsu at Manistee Combat Academy
📍 Manistee, Michigan
🔥 First week free

08/11/2026

Hard work. Big smiles. Strong team. 🥋🔥

Last night’s Kids Jiu Jitsu class had it all — drills, learning, plenty of laughs, a little dodgeball to finish things off, and one big team cheer before heading home.

We’re building confidence, discipline, friendships, and skills they can carry with them everywhere.

Want your kid to give it a try?
First week is FREE.

📍 Manistee Combat Academy
🥋 Kids Jiu Jitsu

08/03/2026

Martial arts gives kids so much more than a way to stay active.

It builds discipline, confidence, respect, focus, and practical skills they can carry into school, home, sports, and everyday life.

Every child participates. Every child progresses. Every child has the opportunity to grow.

That’s the MCA difference.

Your child’s first week is free.

07/19/2026

We are here every Sunday Saoud Sultan Alsulaiti , come try us out.

156 Eighth St
Manistee, MI 49660
United States