Anti-Bullying Kids Program Gracie Barra Northridge Discipline Focus | Phone Number: +1 818-357-4074

 

Gracie Barra Northridge, the Anti-Bullying program is embedded within the “Future Champions” curriculum. It is widely regarded as one of the most disciplined youth programs in the country, largely due to the influence of the academy’s founder, Professor Romulo Barral, and the head kids’ instructor, Professor Jaeson Bianchi.

 

This program does not teach children to fight; it teaches them how not to fight. It uses the mechanics of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) to build a level of confidence and self-control that acts as a natural deterrent to bullies.

 

Here is a detailed breakdown of the Anti-Bullying and Discipline focus at Gracie Barra Northridge.

 

1. The Philosophy: “Verbal Jiu-Jitsu” First

The primary defense against bullying at GB Northridge is Confidence.

 The “Bullyproof” Mindset: Bullies look for victims who appear weak or insecure. Through rigorous physical training, children at Northridge develop a posture of confidence—head up, eye contact, calm demeanor. This “non-victim” body language often stops bullying before it starts.

 Verbal De-escalation: Children are taught specific scripts and assertive voice tones to establish boundaries. They learn to look a bully in the eye and say, “Stop, leave me alone,” with conviction rather than fear.

 

2. Physical Tactics: Non-Violent Control

If a physical altercation is unavoidable, Gracie Barra Northridge teaches a distinct form of self-defense that differentiates it from Karate or Kickboxing.

 No Striking: The program does not teach punching or kicking. Striking a bully often leads to the victim getting in trouble at school or escalating the violence.

 The “Control & Negotiate” Strategy:

     Closing the Distance: Kids learn to safely close the gap so the bully cannot punch them.

     Takedowns: Taking the bully to the ground safely (without slamming them).

     Neutralization: Using leverage to pin the bully to the ground (Mount or Side Control) without hurting them.

     Negotiation: Once the bully is immobilized and exhausted, the student negotiates: “Are you done? If I let you up, will you stop?”

 

3. The Discipline Component (The “Northridge Standard”)

This is where Gracie Barra Northridge stands out. The discipline here is military-grade yet nurturing, heavily influenced by Professor Jaeson Bianchi (a veteran) and Romulo Barral’s high standards.

 

 The “Red Shield” Protocol:

     Uniformity: Every child must wear the clean, matching official Gracie Barra Gi. No mismatched socks, no loose belts. This teaches attention to detail and self-respect.

     Line-Up & Bowing: Classes begin and end with a formal line-up by rank. Kids must stand still, silent, and attentive. This builds impulse control, especially for children with ADHD.

     Respect for Authority: Students must address instructors as “Professor” or “Coach” and answer with “Yes, Sir” or “Yes, Ma’am.”

 Focus Drills: The warm-ups are not just exercise; they are listening drills. Children must react instantly to commands. If they lose focus, they do push-ups or restart. This trains the mind to filter out distractions.

 

4. The “Future Champions” Structure

The program is segmented by age to ensure the discipline is age-appropriate.

 

 Little Champions I (Ages 3–6):

     Discipline Goal: Socialization and following commands.

     Activity: Learning to wait their turn, keep their hands to themselves, and follow 2-3 step instructions.

 Little Champions II (Ages 7–9):

     Discipline Goal: Cooperation and technique.

     Activity: Partner drills. Learning to trust a partner with their safety and respecting the “Tap” (stop signal).

 Juniors & Teens (Ages 10–14):

     Discipline Goal: Leadership and emotional control.

     Activity: Live sparring. Teens learn to control their aggression and accept defeat (getting tapped out) without anger or excuses.

 

5. The “No Excuses” Culture

Professor Romulo Barral’s motto is “No Excuses.” This bleeds into the kids’ program.

 Accountability: If a child forgets their belt, they cannot train. If they are late, they must wait for permission to enter.

 Resilience: Kids are taught that failure is part of the process. Crying because you lost a sparring match is discouraged; analyzing why you lost is encouraged. This builds emotional resilience against the psychological pressure of bullying.

 

The Anti-Bullying Program at Gracie Barra Northridge uses the physical tools of Jiu-Jitsu to build a mental armor. By enforcing strict discipline, hygiene, and respect on the mats, the academy produces children who are too confident to be bullied and too disciplined to become bullies themselves.

 

Gracie Barra Northridge Location & Contact:

 

Address: 19520 Nordhoff St 10th, Northridge, CA 91324

 

Phone: +1 818-357-4074

 

info@gbnorthridge.com

 

Website: gbnorthridge.com

 

Hours

Mon-Thurs: 12 PM to 9 PM

Fridays: 12 PM to 7 PM

Saturdays: 9 AM to 2 PM

Sundays: CLOSED

Anti-Bullying Kids Program Gracie Barra Northridge Discipline Focus | Phone Number: +1 818-357-4074