Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

This form of martial arts focuses on ground fighting and grappling. One has to apply techniques like chokes and locks that force the opponent to surrender; hence, it is referred to as the “gentle art”. The art enables weaker people to defend themselves through submission. Its origin is traced from the Japanese Jujutsu and Judo. Carlos Gracie and his family adapted the technique and upgraded it to the art that it is today.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gained popularity over the years due to the growing number of MMA audience. Basic techniques like “guard” and “rear naked choke” became common among those who had not learned the art. Studies reveal that most of street fights focused on taking an opponent down to the ground during an attack. This enabled one to defend themselves properly once they ha learned the skill.

In case you find yourself on the ground during a street fight, you can still go for the second method of defense by submitting to your attacker. This is the beauty of the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu; you will always have another option when it comes to defense.

This form of martial arts is also referred to as the “game of human chess” because both participants use different techniques and strategies out of the numerous techniques available for use, to defeat their opponents.

The most intriguing fact about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is that anybody can learn this type of martial arts. Even children as young as four years can comfortably learn the art. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was basically designed for weaker and younger students since the techniques learned helped them to tackle stronger and bigger opponents in case of an attack.