Adults Brazilian
Jiu Jitsu
Elevate Your Skill and Strength
Step into a world of personal growth with our Adults Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, our program is tailored to challenge and inspire you at every level. Develop strength, technique, and self-defense skills while building camaraderie with like-minded individuals. Experience the transformative benefits of Jiu Jitsu, both on and off the mat.
Discover how BJJ’s unique techniques empower individuals of all sizes
Adults Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Program Overview
Evolution of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) shares its roots with traditional Japanese Jujitsu and Judo but has evolved into a distinct martial art with its own unique principles and strategies.
While Judo emphasizes sport competition and self-cultivation, BJJ has diverged by focusing on real-world effectiveness through constant testing in free fighting events and sport grappling. Unlike classical Jiu Jitsu styles that rely heavily on kata (prearranged forms), BJJ prioritizes live sparring and adaptive techniques, ensuring practitioners can apply what they learn in real-life situations.
The Philosophy Behind BJJ Training
BJJ’s “position before submission” strategy is designed to help practitioners secure superior positions that are effective for both grappling and striking.
This approach ensures that students naturally develop the skills needed for self-defense while excelling in sport grappling. By learning to control opponents and leverage their own body mechanics, BJJ practitioners gain the tools to neutralize threats, regardless of size or strength differences. The art’s adaptability makes it a powerful self-defense system, empowering smaller individuals to overcome larger opponents
The Art of Leverage and Innovation
One of BJJ’s most defining features is its emphasis on leverage, enabling practitioners to maximize their effectiveness against stronger opponents.
Ground fighting, a hallmark of BJJ, equips students with techniques to dominate from vulnerable positions, such as being on their back. This focus on practical effectiveness stems from the innovative work of grandmasters Carlos and Helio Gracie, who refined the art through relentless testing in real combat scenarios. Their legacy continues today, as BJJ evolves through competition and real-world applications.
Discovering the Power of
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Training in BJJ is more than learning how to defend yourself—it’s about self-discovery and personal transformation.
Successfully submitting an opponent much larger than yourself instills a sense of confidence and empowerment that is unparalleled. BJJ is often called an art because it teaches students to uncover strengths they didn’t know they had. At Next Level Martial Arts & Fitness, students train with accomplished black belts and champions who guide them on this transformative journey, ensuring that everyone can unlock their potential and master the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
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