5 BENEFITS OF LEARNING AND TRAINING BJJ

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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial arts style based on ground techniques and defense. Rather than stand-up or striking martial arts, such as karate, BJJ techniques are used to overtake your partner or opponent from the ground.

Here are just a few of the benefits of learning and training BJJ:

1. LEARN SELF-DEFENSE.

In a real-life physical conflict, the fight will frequently end up on the ground. The skills and techniques you learn through BJJ will prepare you to defend yourself during a physical confrontation while keeping yourself and the fight under control.

2. USE SKILL AND LEVERAGE.

Because you’re not relying on brute strength or muscle, Jiu-Jitsu is called “the gentle art.” BJJ teaches you how to use leverage and technique to take down your opponent. Strategy and your BJJ skills are your primary form of defense. Which makes your opponent’s size and strength secondary. Ultimately, size and strength don’t dictate your success. A smaller or weaker individual can take down a bigger, stronger person by using good BJJ techniques.

3. ANYONE CAN LEARN!

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu isn’t for a particular age, fitness level, or body type. And both adults and children can learn. It might seem like BJJ is a predominantly male sport, women also benefit from learning Jiu-Jitsu. Anyone can learn!

4. ENGAGE YOUR BRAIN.

In addition to learning self-defense and getting in a good workout, another benefit of BJJ is the mental workout it provides. Jiu-Jitsu is like a “human game of chess.” It involves quite a bit of strategy and critical thinking. To bring down your opponent, you can’t rely on physical skills alone. You must also engage your brain to think ahead and plan a strategy.

5. APPLY WHAT YOU’VE LEARNED.

Rather than practicing BJJ all on your own, you get matched up with a partner. Pairing off gives you a chance to spar so you can practice applying what you’ve learned. In BJJ, you’re always training with different partners, so you get plenty of time to practice your skills.

If you’re interested in learning more about getting started with BJJ, or any of our other martial arts or fitness programs, contact us at Systems Training Center.