Brazilian Jiu Jitsu can be classified alongside the sports of Judo and Taekwondo, being a martial art and combat sport. As well as being used for the art of self defense, it is great in character building in the young person, giving them a focus and aim in life.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is said to have come about due to a large immigrant population of Japanese in Brazil, its’ invention being a relatively new one, in the twentieth century. It is derived form the Japanese martial art of Judo, and although is very similar in many aspects, ranking being gained by dans and belts, it sets itself aside from Judo by being a sport that is more focused on ground fighting.

The main focus of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the capability to grapple your opponent to the ground, locking them into a position from which they are unable to move, regardless of the weight of the opponents.

The Jiu Jitsu Gi is the formal uniform used when training and fighting Jiu Jitsu.

Again, it is very similar to that of Judo, but the legs and arms are slightly less loose. Traditionally the Jiu Jitsu Gi must be warn for all training sessions, and although no Gi is allowed by some, when fighting in tournaments, it is compulsory.

Ranking in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, again follows a similar pattern to those of both Judo and Taekwondo, the black belt being the highest and much respected ranking. Depending on commitment levels, it can take up to or more than ten years to obtain the black belt. Bjj Belts are categorized into junior and senior, seniors starting at the age of 16.

Like its’ counterparts, Judo and Taekwondo, it is encouraged from a very early age, being both a healthy practice, as well as a method of learning both self defense and self discipline. From its’ development in the early twentieth century, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has become a very popular and well practiced sport, holding many competitions worldwide, as well as at local levels.

The main techniques for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, that stand it apart from its’ ancestor Judo, are the techniques of joint locks, choke holds, and submission holds. These techniques show the individual that they do not need to be scared of an enemy or opponent who is bigger, or stronger than themselves, in one clean move, they can have their opponent immobilized on the ground.

It is important that all youngsters learn self defense in todays society, but also it is of explicit importance that their knowledge is not abused. In learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, the individual also builds character and self control, making them a well rounded person, able to use their knowledge in the correct situations. It is often argued if the Brazilian art of Jiu Jitsu came from the Japanese art of judo, or that of Japanese Jiu Jitsu, but from either or both of the above, has developed a worldwide recognized martial art and combat sport.

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Arizona has a new addition to their Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Community

Phoenix, AZ (July13, 2003) – We have seen the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu community grow out here at an astounding rate. In recent times our community had gained a new resident here in Arizona. Arthur Ruff! Arthur is a brown belt under Rodrigo Medieros/Carlson Gracie Team. He brings to Arizona, BJJ Revolution Team/Carlson Gracie. One of the World’s top Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Teams!

Arthur has been a practitioner and a competitor of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo since he was 12 years onld in Brazil. Now he brings his love for the sport and his knowledge to us here in Arizona! We are all very lucky to have him here. For more information visit http://www.bjjaz.com

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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu began with a Japanese man by the name of Mitsuyo Maeda. He was a skilled Judoka and one of the members of the Kodokan. Brazilian-Jiu-Jitsu is a good martial art if you are a small and/ or week person in need of a fighting and defense technique that will give you an advantage over your assailant. The leverage and techniques applied in this martial art make it perfect for weak people to take over larger and/ or stronger people.

There are numerous forms of Jiu-Jitsu. In this Brazilian form of Jiu-Jitsu you will often see two opponents on the ground, bodies interlocked, trying to pin each other down. In tournament fighting the game is won by the person who gets his opponent in to a hold he can’t get out of, this is known as a submission hold. When fighting on the ground with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, height and size doesn’t matter as much. It is also harder for a stronger opponent to get in any very strong hits while on the ground.

So in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, it could be said that the key to being successful is form and technique. When the fighting tournament starts both opponents are standing. At this stage the goal of each is to get the other to the ground. Usually both opponents end up on the ground but it is possible for just one person to end up on the ground with the other person just coming down to get him in a locked position.

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, once one or both of the opponents are on the ground the fight really gets interesting. Who will win and walk off with the prize? If both opponents are on the ground their main objective will be to get in a dominant position. The one in the dominant position first is most likely but not always the one to overpower his opponent and win the tournament.

There are a few famous Brazilian-Jiu-Jitsu martial arts fighters. The most famous Brazilian-Jiu-Jitsu martial arts fighter, and actually the creator of the martial art is the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu family. The Machado brothers and Fredson Paixao are also famous Brazilian-Jiu-Jitsu martial arts fighters. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a good form of defense and may decrease the need for gun use when protecting one’s self.

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Students of the Legendary Martial Artist Royce Gracie and Network Representatives in the Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Network, Charles dos Anjos and Larry Shealy have developed a program that is taking Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Children to the many traditional Martial Arts Curriculums across the United States.

Their trademarked “Kid-Jitsu(R)” program is a “teach the teacher” system for their Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu curriculum. This book, along with the Kid-Jitsu DVD, will allow Martial Arts Instructors from all styles to learn and begin to teach the fundamentals of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and receive their “Kid-Jitsu Instructor Certification” in the process.

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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Grappling Invades Virginia, Maryland and DC

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When it comes to Brazilian/Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, you’ve come to the right place! There are many different factors that play into choosing the right school. We feel that the most important factor should be getting what you pay for. What you are paying for should be first-rate instruction and a friendly environment in which to learn. When you train at Lloyd Irvin’s Martial Arts in Oxonhill, Maryland, you will be training under highly trained instructors who go through a grueling 10-week instructor training course twice a year with Master Lloyd. Customer service is one of our main priorities. Whatever you need, our staff will be there to assist you.

One thing that separates our school in Martial Arts in Oxonhill, Maryland from all of the others is that we have a specialized system (curriculum) that we teach. This system is one of the secrets to our team’s success. Most schools have no curriculum and basically the instructors teach whatever may pop into their heads each night for class. We teach Martial Arts such as Gracie Jiu Jitsu, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, NHB Fighting, Sombo, Judo, Muay Thai Kick Boxing and mixed martial arts in Oxonhill, Maryland and believe in setting short-, intermediate-, and long-term goals, and then putting a plan in place to reach each of these goals.

Also Team Lloyd Irvin doesn’t just concentrate on helping students develop their skills technically and physically, but also MENTALLY! Master Lloyd is the world’s leading expert on Developing Mental Skills for grappling.

“Lloyd has training and drilling methodologies, which are second to none. He has trained me to become a tyrant on the mat technically and mentally. “

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Pick up the phone and call Mrs. Rose or Ms. Lena at 301-449-5425. They’ll answer any additional questions that you may have and schedule a special time with our head instructor to work with you. You’ll be glad you did.

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