Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, also known as BJJ, is a relatively modern martial art with roots in ancient Japanese jiu jitsu and judo. Originally jiu jitsu was taught to armored warriors as a method of continuing to fight if they lost their weapon, using trips and throws to take an opponent down and joint locks to disable them, as punches and kicks are fairly ineffective against armored opponents. It has been adapted over time to be more practical and useful for civilians in everyday life, focusing even more on getting good positioning and using choke holds and joint locks to subdue an attacker.

Woman and man training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Phoenix Fitness & Martial Arts

Self Defense

As a method of self-defense, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu teaches techniques to protect against an attacker trying to hit or choke you, and to defend and extricate yourself if you’re thrown to the ground. The focus is on restraining an opponent as opposed to striking them, and on preventing a conflict from escalating into increased violence. It’s sometimes called a “gentle art” because of its focus on redirecting an opponent’s force rather than opposing it with greater force – in jiu jitsu, you can overcome an opponent without either of you sustaining any physical damage.

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Full Body Workout

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is an intense, full-body cardio workout that uses arms, legs, and core, helps build muscle endurance, and develops core strength. It is a high-energy workout that can reshape the body, transform physiques, and maintain fitness in a fast-paced, interesting way.

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Mentally Engaging

Unlike other workouts that are repetitive and encourage you to "zone out," Brazilian Jiu Jitsu demands its practitioners continually think and learn. As you acquire new skills, you gain a sense of accomplishment and a growing confidence.

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Practical Use

BJJ offers numerous mental health advantages. It relieves stress. It teaches anger management and control. A key element of jiu jitsu is teaching practitioners to be comfortable in an uncomfortable position, such as physically being pinned to the ground. This practice translates into everyday life, providing background and coping skills when kids act up at home, bosses yell, and in-laws annoy.

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