Brazilian jiu jitsu (BJJ) is not a solo sport. Everytime you hit the mat you’re facing off against your partner and that relationship comes with a few rules. Some are obvious – be respectful, listen to your coach, stick to authorized moves – but others...
Walk into any Brazilian jiu jitsu (BJJ) class and you’ll see a lot of people wearing what look like bulky pyjamas. Don’t be fooled by their lounge-wear appearance, these distinctive uniforms, known as a gi, are actually integral to fighting. But are they really...
When Hollywood needs their leading actors to be lean, mean, fighting machines they send in the trainers – and a lot of the time those trainers are Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) coaches. Why? Because BJJ is a great way to get people into shape quickly. The movie...
Don’t just drop your kid off at their next Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) class, join them! This amazing martial art is just as good for adults as little ones, offering a range of physical and mental health benefits for older fighters. In fact, adults probably need it...
There are a lot of options when it comes to getting your kids physical activity. Hockey, baseball, dance, swimming…the list is endless. Some build strength, some encourage team-building, some improve stamina but there’s one on the list that does all of the above, and...
There are two types of martial arts. Those with rules and points that are well-suited to formal competitions. And those that are useful in a street fight. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is definitely the latter. At Innisfil Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (IBJJ), we coach a functional...
