What is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

 

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a Martial Art focused in grappling and ground fighting, where with the correct use of positioning, joint-locks and choke-holds you can achieve full body control of your opponent that leads to submission.
Jiu Jitsu is considered one the most complete and efficient Martial Arts in the World. It adapts techniques to real life scenarios proving any individual that someone doesn't need to be strong, fit or in shape in order to be able to defeat a bigger and stronger opponent by applying concepts as leverage, timing, weigh distribution and technique over strength.
We believe that the practice of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is seen as a mean to individual development and personal growth being Confidence, Self-Awareness, Camaraderie, Respect, Discipline, Responsibility and Humility common core values taught within the "Gentle Art".