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Choosing the Right Martial Arts Gym

Choosing the Right Martial Arts Gym

by Pirashanth Kesavan | Aug 28, 2023 | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Martial Arts, Training

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a pretty intimate sport. If you’re going to be sticking your face into a stranger’s armpit, you need to make sure you’re in the right place. That means finding a gym that’s welcoming, comfortable, safe, and professional.  Sadly not all...
What Makes Jiu Jitsu Different From Other Martial Arts?

What Makes Jiu Jitsu Different From Other Martial Arts?

by Pirashanth Kesavan | Aug 28, 2023 | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Martial Arts, Technique

A lot of fighters try several martial arts before finding their favorite. Every style is different – you might have spent a decade training karate, but that doesn’t mean you’ll know anything about Judo.  Some are more regimented, some allow for...
To Gi or Not to Gi – Do You Need a Uniform For Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?

To Gi or Not to Gi – Do You Need a Uniform For Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?

by Pirashanth Kesavan | Aug 11, 2023 | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Martial Arts, Training

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...
The History of the UFC & its Impact on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

The History of the UFC & its Impact on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

by Pirashanth Kesavan | Aug 11, 2023 | Martial Arts

No rules, no scores, no time limits. With those words, the first Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) launched onto our screens 30 years ago.  The shock value was evident from the very first fight – a pairing between a sumo wrestler and a savate fighter that saw...
Looking for Women’s Self Defence Classes? Give Brazilian Jiu Jitsu a Try!

Looking for Women’s Self Defence Classes? Give Brazilian Jiu Jitsu a Try!

by Pirashanth Kesavan | Jul 26, 2023 | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Adults, Martial Arts, Self Defence, Training

When it comes to fighting, most people assume bigger is better. A 100lb woman isn’t going to be able to overpower a 200lb man, right? Not necessarily. If that woman is trained in Brazilian jiu jitsu (BJJ), my money’s on her. BJJ is one of the most effective ways to...
Top 5 Reasons Your Kids Should Train Martial Arts

Top 5 Reasons Your Kids Should Train Martial Arts

by Pirashanth Kesavan | Jul 26, 2023 | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids, Martial Arts

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...
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