Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ), also known as the ‘gentle art’, is a favourite among people of all ages. This martial art form is based on striking and kicking; movements that develop your overall physical strength. If you are a fitness enthusiast who wants to be able to defend yourself from attackers, think about learning BJJ. This blog discusses why you should train in this form of martial art. Image Source - https://bit.ly/2pZH7nW 11 Major Reasons to Train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu     Read more [...]

The initial month of joining a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class will be filled with you having an opportunity to learn new things. You will be surrounded by a rich learning environment. Your first time on the mat can bring about a multitude of emotional and physical responses that you are unaware of. The intense flood of unfamiliar concepts and new words may be overwhelming. There are a lot of simple and practical things you will learn. However, while you are learning, there are some things that will make Read more [...]

When a person thinks of martial arts, they most likely imagine two men in their prime punching and kicking each other. While that can be true of some styles, this isn’t the case with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ). This style of martial arts is all about controlling the flow of a fight by manipulating your opponent’s body. For this reason, BJJ is extremely useful for women as it relies on body mechanics rather than strength. However, this isn’t the only benefit it offers. In this blog post, we will Read more [...]

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a unique martial art with its ground fighting techniques, joint-locks and chokeholds. It requires rigorous practice and concentration from its practitioners, something it has in common with other martial arts. To accomplish this, you’ll need to be healthy. To help you be a winner (in the kitchen at least), here are some health tips. Remember, the first step of training hard, is being healthy. Don’t ignore your body: Just because you’re on the go, doesn’t Read more [...]