Brazilian jiu jitsu

Master the art of ground-based combat with Jujitsu in ST. THOMAS! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, local programs offer a range of opportunities, from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to traditional Jujitsu techniques. Build strength, improve coordination, and develop effective self-defense skills through engaging jiu jitsu classes. Many jiujitsu schools also provide a welcoming community to grow your confidence and discipline. Discover local Jujitsu options in ST. THOMAS and elevate your martial arts journey today!

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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art and combat sport focused on ground fighting and grappling techniques, with an emphasis on submissions. The core principle of BJJ is that a smaller, weaker person can defend themselves and defeat a larger, stronger opponent by using leverage, technique, and position. Practitioners learn how to control, submit, and escape from various positions, like the guard, mount, and side control. BJJ practitioners use joint locks and chokeholds to force an opponent to tap out, signaling submission. Unlike many striking-based martial arts, BJJ emphasizes patience, technique, and strategy, often training in live sparring (rolling) to develop skill. It’s widely used in mixed martial arts (MMA) due to its effectiveness in ground combat. BJJ has a strong belt ranking system, with practitioners starting as white belts and advancing through various colored belts based on their skill and experience.