One of the problems we have is the majority of people do not know the answer to “What is Ju Jitsu?” in the first place so we have the first task of educating people to give them a better idea as to what we actually do. Most people have some idea of Karate, Judo, Taekwondo, Kung Fu etc as they became popular in the 1970’s and 80’s.
So “what is Jiu Jitsu"?
Ju-Jitsu forms the basis of many Martial Art Styles such as Karate, Judo and Aikido so could be classed as a mixed martial art in the modern sense of the term.
It consists of a mixture of throwing Techniques, Ground Techniques, Joint Manipulations and striking techniques with both the hands and feet. Jiu Jitsu Fitness is an aspect that needs specific attention too.
It is potentially lifelong Art, you can commit to at any age, to any degree. It's about learning techniques and adjusting them as necessary to suit you, your body, your size, your weight and your level of fitness. It is about taking advantage of any available elements such as momentum, leverage, anatomy and environment. You will learn some great skills, acquire great knowledge and create many friends. Ju Jitsu makes you become more aware of your body and it's capabilities.
There are so many benefits to be gained through Ju Jitsu. Increased health and Fitness, weight control, Improved Confidence and Self Esteem, enhanced levels of focus and concentration and improved physical skills such as balance, Coordination, flexibility and strength.
The term Jujutsu dates back to the 1600's. The translation of "Gentle Art" is quite a misconception as it was a method of combat either armed or unarmed.
The Art was used by protectors of prominent individuals. Situations could be dealt with quickly and effectively, without drawing attention. Protectors could take care of and remove Reprobates very quickly and tactfully.
Until recently, most people have never even heard of Jiu Jitsu or have much idea what it is but with the ever increasing popularity of Mixed Martial Arts such as UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) many people are becoming much more aware of it's existence.
There are many other organisations appearing around, the world showing mixed martial art competition. Ju jitsu has proven to be one of the areas many combatants are concentrating on as it has proved to be so very effective.
There are many different styles of Ju Jitsu, you will also come across several different spellings such as - Jiu Jitsu, Ju Jutsu and Jiu-Jitsu.
There are several different style functions too. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for example is generally a competitive Sport, then you have the Traditional forms where the techniques are taught as close as possible to their origins and then you have the self defense forms where techniques have evolved to suit modern day possibilities.
So when asked the question, what is Jiu-Jitsu you may get various different answers depending on a person's particular involvement.
Some of the other Arts such as Tae Kwon Do, Karate, Kung Fu and Judo have been much more popular and when parents are looking for a sport or Self Defense for their children, they would automatically look to one of these Arts without really knowing what they are getting in to, other than the fact that they are Martial arts.
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