No Gi Jiujitsu

About the Class

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art, combat sport and self-defense system that focuses on grappling and especially ground fighting. BJJ promotes the concept that a smaller weaker person can successfully defend against a bigger, stronger assailant by using proper technique, leverage and most notably, taking the fight to the ground and then applying joint-locks and chokeholds to defeat the assailant. Positions are stable, from which a large variety of specific techniques are available to both fighters. These techniques are designed to either improve one’s position or as finishing submissions. Most submissions are either chokes, arm or leg locks which are designed to trap an opponent causing that opponent to “Submit” or “Tap out” Although traditional Jiu-Jitsu and Sports Grappling are different arts they share many similarities. Training typically involves significant amounts of sparring or “rolling”. Live training against a resisting opponent is considered invaluable in developing the skills and attributes considered essential for high-level performance in real-life situations. Class training will include detailed instruction in technique, drilling, position advancement and sparring or “rolling”   Jiu-Jitsu involves physical exertion and close contact, which may result in injuries. Participants should be in good physical condition and understand the inherent risks associated with martial arts training.