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...
by Pirashanth Kesavan | Aug 11, 2023 | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids
Kids’ calendars get full fast. School, friends, clubs, sports – good parenting relies on good scheduling. This year, when you’re choosing their extracurriculars, why not try something new? Hockey, soccer, baseball, they’re all good choices, but picking an...
by Pirashanth Kesavan | Aug 11, 2023 | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids, Health and Wellness
Not all kids are comfortable in their own skin. Some take longer than others to come out of their shell and find their voice. We’d had lots of those kids come through our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) classes. Some are naturally shy, some are having a hard time adjusting...
by Pirashanth Kesavan | Aug 11, 2023 | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Technique, Training
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...
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...