Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a grappling martial art that uses technique, skill and leverage to overcome size and strength of a bigger opponent. With it's roots deep in self defence it's a fun and dynamic sport to learn and is one of the fastest growing sports around the globe. Here are our top 4 reasons why BJJ is gaining huge momentum amongst Women!
1. Increased Confidence
Regular practice in martial arts benefit both the physical and mental capacities. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in particular develops resilience under pressure as practitioners are required to constantly problem solve and work to overcome challenges presented by their opponent.
This allows your brain to engage with the sport in a unique way other gym exercises do not. Building these new neural pathways will contribute to higher self-esteem and confidence as you start to become comfortable with the uncomfortable - a skill that transfers into your everyday life.
2. Community and Motivation
By nature Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art & sport built around friendship and community (it's definitely not a solo sport!). When on the mats at Wolves Den you're part of our Pack! The BJJ lifestyle focuses on improving the body, mind and spirit as well as finding lifetime friendships and rolling partners!
As part of our Pack you'll be surrounded by individuals who share the same goals and passions on their BJJ journey. Trust and respect are also foundations of BJJ and our Pack works hard to foster an environment that allows people to learn whilst having fun. To know every session is enjoyable and productive with people you trust - that's the ultimate motivator!
3. Improved Self-Defence
As a martial art, BJJ provides a realistic form of self-defence for women that focuses on technique and leverage over brute strength and power. This allows someone smaller or weaker to defend themselves against those larger and/or more powerful. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the key ingredient to mixed martial arts (MMA), and is combat-tested. Particularly in the cage we have seen it rise to the top as the art with the superior leverage, fluid movement, and body positioning to control and submit opponents. BJJ is uniquely individual and caters to people with different shapes and sizes, the techniques taught can be equipped by anyone willing to learn. Understanding the fundamentals of BJJ and practicing them regularly on the mats will help self defence be your second nature, and know you can get out of any 'what if' situations.
4. Improved Physical Fitness
BJJ is a dynamic way to improve your physical fitness, that’s far more exciting than running on a treadmill!
A BJJ class is a full body workout that will push your cardiovascular limits whilst building functional strength & mobility. Working across multiple planes of movement you will develop muscles you didn’t even know existed while having fun. The improved physique is just a side bonus in the long list of benefits attained from BJJ.
BJJ will help you appreciate your body's capabilities under pressure.
No matter what your fitness level there is no minimum required bar to get into your first BJJ class. From day 1 you’ll be enjoying a great physical workout often unmatched by any other kind of sport. If you ask a regular BJJ practitioner they are often quick to tell you "It's a different kind of fitness! :) ".
Wolves Den Perth specialises in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Come and get an awesome workout, get connected with the Pack and find out what all the fuss is all about!
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