Gi & Nogi Jiu Jitsu
TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT FROM THE SAME OLD ROUTINE
GETTING IN SHAPE IS IMPORTANT FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES AND SIZES
Studying martial arts provides you with a physical challenge combined with a mental one – and teaches you to defend yourself, too.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a unique form of martial arts that teaches students to leverage their body weight to use in the ring or against an attacker. A descendant of Judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is both a sport and a martial art – and it’s fun to learn.
FAQs
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No, you don’t. There are beginner classes available and many of the people who study Brazilian Jiu Jitsu have no prior martial arts training.
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Absolutely. It’s one of the world’s most effective self-defense techniques and is often preferred because it teaches students to leverage their body weight to defeat larger opponents.
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Students typically wear a Gi (two-piece garment worn by martial artists.) It is also typical for some students may want to wear a mouth guard. It’s a good idea to have a supply of athletic tape, as well.
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No. Beginner classes focus on teaching basic techniques and safety, and you can then work your way up to controlled sparring in class.