Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is regarded as one of the most effective martial arts in the world. However the word Jiu-Jitsu translates as gentle art. So how can a gentle art also be the most effective art?

It is because Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu uses leverage and the opponents movements against them. It was designed for a smaller weaker person to defend themselves against a bigger stronger opponent. In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu the goal is to gain dominant position over your opponent to; submit them while inflicting the least amount of damage possible. While most other arts focus on punching and kicking, Jiu-Jitsu’s focus is on position and control. In essence Jiu-Jitsu is more like chess than fighting. Therefore, it requires dedication, focus, confidence, and respect for your teachers and opponents. This makes it a perfect martial art for anyone particularly for children and young adults who in today’s world are subject to bullying and peer pressure everywhere.

So Why Jiu-Jitsu:

• its fun
• Its mentally challenging
• its makes you physically fit
• its  best for self-defense
• focus
• confidence
• discipline