Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a predominantly ground-based martial art, using the principals of leverage, angles, pressure and timing, as well as knowledge of the human anatomy, in order to achieve a non-violent submission of one’s opponent. Unlike other martial arts that focus on strikes and/or kicks, jiu jitsu focuses on close-contact “grappling” holds and techniques, and the application of chokes and joint-manipulations. The Brazilian style of jiu jitsu resulted from the import of Japanese jiu jitsu and judo to the South American continent in the early 1900s, and its transformation into a new martial art style by a core group of Brazilian pioneers. More than just a workout, jiu jitsu is often referred to as “human chess” in that it exercises both the body and the mind.

The physical benefits of jiu jitsu are immense and well-documented. Because jiu jitsu presents a combination of dynamic and explosive movements with pressure-based isometric pushing, pulling, and holding, it helps to develop increased strength and cardio, as well as promotes weight loss and improved muscle tone. 
    
For one, it provides the challenge of learning a new activity, with limitless variations of movements, techniques and submissions. It also develops our reasoning skills, in that you are constantly planning your next step, both when we are in an advantageous position or a defensive position. As an activity practiced with another person, it increases our ability think quickly and “on our feet” in response to our partner’s movements, as well as to remain calm and controlled when we find ourselves in a defensive situation. 

Most importantly, unlike many other sports and physical activities, Delaware jiujitsu is unique in that it can be done by anyone. Jiu Jitsu was designed and developed so that a smaller, weaker person can defend his or herself against, or even defeat, a larger and stronger opponent. So, regardless of age, size, gender or physical limitation, any person can utilize the techniques and principals of jiu jitsu, and reap the benefits of its practice.

Contact info
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Name: Delaware Jiu-Jitsu

Phone: 610-494-3527

Address: 1290 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA 19317

Website: https://delawarejiujitsu.com

Email: [email protected]