The curriculum advocated by Fightingkids.com relies heavily on for younger children (BJJ and Judo). These "gentle arts" utilize leverage and grappling rather than punches and kicks. The site features detailed guides on how to vet a local gym, including red flags to watch for (e.g., coaches who let older kids spar too hard, or unsanitary mats).
If you find yourself constantly refereeing, consider these approaches:
You cannot just hand a child a website; you have to guide them. Here is the 4-step process recommended by the platform: