Build Confidence and Assertiveness
Anti-Bullying Verbal and Physical Strategies
Character Development & Fun
Welcome to the Gracie Bullyproof Summer Camp!
WHEN July 27th–31st, 2026
WHERE
55 Marlboro Rd., Brattleboro, VT
WHO
Children, ages 5 - 12
WHY SHOULD YOUR CHILD ATTEND?
Empower your child with confidence and self-defense skills at our transformative Gracie Bullyproof Jiu-Jitsu Summer Camp. In this safe and supportive environment, they will gain valuable tools to deal with bullying in its many forms.
- Empowerment : Build lasting self-confidence and self-defense skills
- Growth : Foster personal development and resilience
- Fun : Enjoy engaging activities and camaraderie with new friends
Children, ages 5 to 12. No experience or prior knowledge is necessary!
WHAT WE'RE ALL ABOUT
Critical Confidence
Kids won't enforce boundaries that they can't back up. We teach them the tools to handle a physical altercation, and the confidence to avoid them.
Fighting Fire with Water
Most martial arts focus on punches and kicks. We focus on purely defensive techniques that range from verbal boundary setting to leverage based holds and controls.
Playful Learning
Jiu-Jitsu is all about play! In Gracie Bullyproof, kids gain discipline, control, and focus through fun games and positive reinforcement from our expert instructors.
George Amaru
OWNER/HEAD INSTRUCTOR
GRACIE JIU-JITSU BLUE BELT & CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
TAE KWON DO MOO DUK KWAN 5TH DEGREE BLACK BELT
George is the owner and chief instructor of our program. He has been training in Martial Arts since 1997. He earned his black belt in Tae Kwon Do Moo Duk Kwan in 2006 and has been teaching ever since. In 2020, he began the Jiu-Jitsu program as a Gracie Garage, known as RHA Jiu-Jitsu, and after receiving his Combatives Belt, entered the Instructor Certification Program. He successfully completed the program and upon earning his Blue Belt, established Amaru’s Martial Arts Academy™ as a Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Training Center® and a member of the Rouleau • Holley’s Martial Arts Organization in 2022.
Today, he holds a 5th degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do Moo Duk Kwan, a green belt in Hapkido and a blue belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. In addition to his years of expertise in TKD, he is certified to teach Gracie Combatives®, Women Empowered®, Gracie Bullyproof®, and the Master Cycle®.
WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Most frequent questions and answers about our Gracie Bullyproof Summer Camp
What's the minimum age?
The Gracie Bullyproof Summer Camp is for kids 6 to 13 years old.
My kid doesn't know Jiu-Jitsu! Can we still sign up?
Yes! No experience is necessary to register for this Summer Camp!
My kid wants to bring a friend. Is that ok?
We encourage everyone to tell their friends and spread the word! However, parents will need to buy a ticket for each child using the registration form below.
Do I need to sign anything?
Yes, you need to sign and submit a waiver for each child. You can complete the waiver here. [ADD YOUR WAIVER LINK HERE]
Should my kid bring snacks?
Yes, water and light snacks are encouraged! Please, be mindful of messy foods.
Does my child need a uniform?
Yes, you can purchase the official Gracie Jiu-Jitsu uniform through us.
REGISTER HERE
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