What is BJJ?
"The primary objective of Jiu-Jitsu is to empower the weak who, for not having the physical attributes, are often intimidated. Jiu-Jitsu is an art of self-defense (…) Jiu-Jitsu is a sort of a rat trap. The Rat trap doesn't chase the rat. But, when the rat sinks its claws into the cheese, it springs the trap." Grand Master Helio Gracie
Learn why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a very distinctive martial art, like no other:
Gentle Art:
Gentle Art: No Strikes - Jiu-Jitsu is the oldest form of Martial Art. It literally means Gentle Art in Japanese. All our techniques are based on leverage, with minimum effort. Unlike Karate, Kick Boxing and Taekwondo, our Martial Art does not have any form of strike. No kicks nor punches. Jiu-Jitsu is a pure grappling Martial Art style.
A Complete Martial Art
While other Martial Arts are purely 'on their feet', BJJ teaches you stand up, take downs AND ground techniques. BJJ is a very well rounded Martial Art that develops on you a complete game.
The Best Self-Defense
It's proven: more than 90% of the fights on the street end up on the ground and with a high level of contact. And that's why BJJ has one of the best self defense techniques (specially for women), because:
It's a full contact Martial Art;
It does not relay on strength;
and Its focus is on the ground.
BJJ is Not About Forms
Jiu-Jitsu is a very dynamic Martial Art. It's not only about memorizing, but also about timing.
BJJ is Not About Strength
Jiu-Jitsu is maximum of efficience, to minimum of effort.
Chess With Your Body
Jiu-Jitsu makes you think ahead. It's a game of action-reaction: almost like playing chess with your body. The submission is the checkmate.
No One is Excluded
Doesn't matter if you are tall or short, fast or slow, skinny or strong, young or old, man or woman. Anyone can train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and still be really good at it. It's just a matter of adapting your game to your abilities. For us, brain is more important than physical attributes.
