Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art and combat sport that focuses on grappling, and especially ground fighting, with the goal of gaining a dominant position and using joint-locks and chokeholds to force an opponent to submit.
The system developed from a modified version of pre-World War II Judo including some techniques from Japanese Jujutsu (most especially that of the ryu known as Fusen Ryu), which came via those techniques being incorporated into Kodokan Judo, and with a focus on ne-waza (ground technique).
It promotes the principle that a smaller, weaker person using leverage and proper technique can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant. BJJ can be trained for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition.
Benefits to the practitioner include:
- Increased confidence
- Improved flexibility
- Superior fitness
- Effective self-defense
- Weight loss
- Fun!
Read more about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Wikipedia.
Nexus Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
Nexus Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is the only academy in Australia affiliated with Pedro Sauer. Pedro Sauer is a 6th Degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Rickson Gracie, and considered by some as the “most technical instructor in the world.” Murat Karadenizli, a long time student of Pedro, extends Pedro’s legacy and expertise down under.
Nexus Gracie Jiu-Jitsu offers a friendly and casual environment with a low teacher to student ratio. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the free first lesson offer.
Feel welcome to contact us on 0401 582 738 to discuss your first visit, or just drop in on one of our training sessions. We are based on 7/95 Bell Street, Coburg, Melbourne.
Pedro Sauer Team
See the full list of Pedro Sauer affiliate schools.