WHAT IS JIU-JITSU?
Jiu-Jitsu is a Japanese originated martial art which combines blocking, striking, throwing, choking, kicking, joint locking and ground techniques. Jiu-Jitsu can be called “the mother of martial arts” (Japanese origin). The known styles as Judo, Aikido and Karate are formed from Jiu-Jitsu. Jiu-Jitsu is a mixture of all these other martial arts.
Jiu-Jitsu may be spelt in various following ways, ju jitsu, ju jutsu, jiu jitsu or jiu jutsu, whichever way it is spelt it means the same. The term Jiu-Jitsu means literally art (Jitsu/ jutsu) of flexibility. All these terms represent a single principle, the general way of applying a technique, of using the human body as a weapon in any combat. Can be called too “the soft art” or “winning by losing”.
CAN I HAVE A LOOK AT YOUR SESSIONS?
Yes, we have an open door policy and anybody is welcome to watch our classes.
I AM A BEGINNER WITH NO EXPERIENCE, WHEN CAN I START?
You can start at any time. The lessons will be structured to your needs and capabilities.
CAN PEOPLE WITH PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IN MARTIAL ARTS JOIN?
We welcome martial artists from any discipline.
WHAT DO I WEAR?
Wear something loose and comfortable. A T-shirt and a tracksuit bottom, or any Gi if you already practice other the martial arts will do.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
The first lesson two lessons of 1.5 hours are £ 10.
DO I HAVE TO BE FIT?
You can join at any level, as long there are no real medical issues they stop you. Fitness should be no barrier to start Jiu-Jitsu
DOES AGE MATTER?
No it does not at all. We run classes for children (6-12) and adults (14-65 at present)
IS JiU-JITSU SUITABLE FOR WOMEN?
Yes!
DO YOU DO Gradings?
Yes we do. Belts are used as an indicator of progress, knowledge and experience.
See you soon!