Get On Board With Jiu-Jitsu in 2020

By Fanatics Authors, December 26, 2019

Don’t get left behind in 2019

Jiu-Jitsu is rapidly growing in the U.S. and there has never been a better time to give it a shot. More and more people are finding their way into a Jiu-Jitsu academy and discovering the benefits Jiu-Jitsu has to offer. Whether you are looking for fitness, friends, or self defense you will certainly find them in a quality Jiu-Jitsu school.

Another major difference in Jiu-Jitsu is the sheer amount of information available out there. The amount of information on YouTube and instructionals through BJJFanatics is astounding. Whether you are looking to sharpen a specific position/technique or hunting for some quality basics you will find it. So if you are just beginning, who is a good source to learn from?

Bernardo Faria is a 5x Jiu-Jitsu World Champ. He has applied his skills at the highest level of competition and came out on top! BUT don’t think you have to be a world champion too. Jiu-Jitsu has something to offer for everyone whether you are looking to stand on top of a podium or just looking to look at yourself in the mirror with some confidence. Bernardo is able to tap into the core of Jiu-Jitsu and give you the techniques that will lay the foundation for you Jiu-Jitsu Journey regardless of your goals.

Is Jiu-Jitsu a sport? Or is it only self defense?

Good news, its both! Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art that has always been able to bend and adapt to different rulesets and situations. Jiu-Jitsu appeals to such a wide audience mainly because effectiveness in a self defense situation. People tend to stay involved with Jiu-Jitsu vs other areas of fitness because fitness is a side effect of learning to defend yourself.

The sport aspect of Jiu-Jitsu has many of the same goals and techniques as Jiu-Jitsu for self defense, the major difference is the rules! In the sporting aspect of Jiu-Jitsu there are rules that influence grappling specific action. Striking is strictly prohibited during a Jiu-Jitsu competition. By specifically focusing on just on that ruleset there have been major advances in the overall “Meta” of Jiu-Jitsu.

Check out this video that serves as a great introduction to what the sport of Jiu-Jitsu is. This clip is from his newest instructional Introduction to BJJ by Bernardo Faria.

Bernardo provides a brief overview of an area of Jiu-Jitsu he is easily one of the best of all-time. The sport aspect can be a fun way to learn interesting and applicable skills that you can apply on the mat. Sport doesn’t necessarily mean competition. While competition is a great way to increase your skills, it’s not mandatory. Remember Jiu-Jitsu has something for everybody, and that if you are there practicing it doesn’t mean that you must compete. However practicing the sportin aspect is an excellent way to unlock many of the benefits of Jiu-Jitsu. Like great cardio!

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Introduction To BJJ by Benrardo Faria is loaded with not only great techniques, but the other aspects that most instructionals don’t cover. Learning to select a Jiu-Jitsu school that fits your needs can be a challenge. Bernardo discusses how to do just that!

Sparring in Jiu-Jitsu is referred to as rolling. This can look like an intense/frantic struggle to a beginner. However there is a science to how to effectively roll and it goes FAR beyond smashing your partner. Faria provides the needed insight to thrive in the early stages of your journey.

Starting Jiu-Jitsu can feel like being dropped in the middle of jungle with no sense of direction. Introduction To BJJ by Benrardo Faria provides the roadmap to make sense of it all. Whether you are interested in self defense OR sport you will find tips that apply to both. Go beyond the techniques and learn about everything from tying your belt to selecting a quality Jiu-Jitsu academy!

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