Fight Club Jiu Jitsu Sogo Dojo's - Introduction and Overview What is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art, combat sport, and a self defence system that focuses on grappling and especia lly ground fighting. Brazilian Jiu -Jitsu was formed from Judo ground fighting fundamentals that were taught to Carlos Gracie by master Mitsuyo Maeda. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu eventually came to be its own art through the experimentations, practices, and adaptation from the Judo knowledge of Carlos and Hélio Gracie, who then passed their knowledge on to their family.
BJJ promotes the concept that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend against a bigger, strong er assailant by using leverage and proper technique, taking the fight to the ground – most notably by applying joint-locks and chokeholds to defeat the other person. BJJ training can be used for sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition or self- defense. Sparring (commonly referred to as "rolling") and live drilling play a major role in training, and a premium is placed on performance, especially in competition, in relation to progress and ascension through its ranking system.
Since its inception in 1914, its parent art of Judo was separated from older systems of Japanese ju - jitsu by an important difference t hat was passed on to Brazilian J iu-Jitsu: it is not solely a martial art: it is also a sport; a method for prom oting physical fitness and building character in young people; and, ultimately, a way (Do) of life. The Legend of BJJ Helio Gracie
Fight Club Jiu Jitsu Head Coach Daniel Lima: At the age of 15, Daniel decided to focus all his energy into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Daniel soon made a name for himself as a strong competitor, winning competitions and titles all over the world in both Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts, and has be en ranked number two in the world by the Shooto Association which is the oldest mixed martial arts association in the world. Daniel is presently ranked 3rd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
However it is Daniel’s teaching ability that has truly gr own his reputation. He taught in the USA, New Zealand and then finally Australia in 2003. Daniel is now an Australian citizen and has expanded Fight Club Jiu -Jitsu into a diverse and fast growing organisation in various locations throughout his new home of Australia. Daniel has lead Fight Club Jiu-Jitsu to win many championships, including producing world champions of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and international level mixed martial arts fighters.
Professor Lima is based on the Gold Coast but travels to Gladstone and Rockhampton fo r gradings and seminars through out the year.
Sog o Dojo's Founder and Head Coach Rob McIntyre:
BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU - 4th Degree Blue Belt - 7 years training and teaching BJC Muay Thai - 5th De gree White -Red Singlet "Khru" 20 years training Zen Do Kai - 4th Dan Black Belt "Renshi" - 24 years training
BJMA Progressive Krav Maga - 1st Degree Black Belt BJMA Arnis-Eskrima-Kali - 1st Degree Black Belt - 17 years training
What you will learn when you join Brazilian Jiu Jitsu : You will learn: Throws from Judo and takedowns from wrestling; how to control an opponent on the ground using leverage and position; how to escape bad positions on the ground; how to submit opponents with chokes, arm locks, shoulder locks, leg lock s etc. Essentially you will learn how to control any opponent on the ground. . A Typical Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Class Will Look Like : A quick cardio warm up followed by "solo" exercises that mimick common techniques. Partner drills follow helping to develop the necessary agility to move around your opponent before moving on to a throw or takedown technique. We then drill and rep a pa rticular ground technique or set of techniques before finishing with "rolling" (wrestle sparring) to put all our training into live practice - this is the really fun part.
www.gladstonemartialarts.com.au You are allowed to grade twice per year, with 4 stripes being tested before students are allowed to test for the next coloured belt.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the most challenging martial art in the world in terms of getting a Black Belt. You will be challenged and tested but the rewards are HUGE . Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is referred to as a game of "Physical Chess" because although being extremely physical, it is also totally mental.
Features of Fight Club Jiu Jitsu Benefits to YOU High ranking and very experienced team head coach You will be taught the most detailed and up to date BJJ techniques available One of the most intricate and in -depth Jiu Jitsu You will learn quickly and improve rapidly being curriculums in the world confident that wherever you train around the world your skills are to notch Regular Seminars with Professor Lima and other BJJ You will be c onstantly on the cutting edge of BJJ Coaches ensuring your BJJ is the best it can be BJJ is a Grappling Only Style of Martial Art You can go 100% - all out in sparring without getting hurt or hurting your partner for a workout like no other
Quick "GET STARTED IN Brazilian Jiu Jitsu " Guide: Trial Membership : for only $35 you can train at GMAA for a full 2 weeks (including other classes if you wish). This gives you the chance to try BJJ over at least 4-6 classes to get a good idea of what you will learn and the people you will be training with. After this, all going well we will invite you to join and discuss ongoing training fees at our Academy. NOTE: MEMBERSHIP AT OUR SCHOOL IS NOT AUTOMATIC . What to Bring: Yourself (and a having a friend to train with is always more fun), water and a good attitude. To begin your training in BJJ you simply to need to wear something comfortable that you are happy to work out and sweat in. If you are invited to join, all equipment requirements will be availa ble from our pro shop and discussed with you at the same time as membership. Times: Your BJJ classes are held on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 5.30 to 7.00pm . You need to be EARLY (about 10 minutes is fine) as it is considered rude and undisciplined to turn up late.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How Long Does It Take To Get a Black Belt? As you can see above, it can take anywhere from 5 years to 15 to earn a BJJ Black Belt. It is the most challenging martial art in the world to earn one.
Do I have to spar in BJJ? You will be "rolling" or sparring in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Internet Resources: every single BJJ class you attend. Rolling is the culmination of all http://www.fightclubjiujitsu.com/ BJJ technique training it is considered vital and all BJJ practitioners consider it to be the most fun part. https://www.facebook.com/Fightclubjiujitsu
Do I have to compete? No. While competition is a large part of http://www.youtube.com/user/FightClubJiuJitsu the BJJ culture participation in tournaments is totally optional and an individual choice. We have extremely experienced and successful www.facebook.com/GladstoneMartialArtsAcademy competition coaches so if you do decide to compete, you will be in good hands. www.youtube.com/user/RobMcIntyre
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