WHAT IS BRAZILLIAN JIU JITSU?

The best explanation I have found to describe BJJ came from MMA Whisperer found here.

“At its core, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a dynamic grappling martial art that teaches you how to use leverage and technique to overcome your opponents.

It emphasizes ground fighting and submission to control and defeat adversaries. BJJ provides a comprehensive set of skills that can be applied in various contexts, from self-defense situations to competitive MMA bouts. You’ll learn things like:

• Judo throws

• Wrestling takedowns

• All sorts of joint locks

• Strangulation techniques

• Sweeps

• Escapes

• How to pin opponents to the ground

What is the goal in jiu-jitsu?

In essence, your goal in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is to secure a submission or make your opponent “tap out.” This entails applying a joint lock or a strangulation technique that compels them to surrender. Otherwise, they risk bone injury or experience unconsciousness due to restricted oxygen or blood flow.

Not only is BJJ an effective form of martial arts, but it is also a useful way to learn self-defense, improve physical fitness, and better your life overall.”