Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Adolfo Campos CIS 1020-034 11/22/2012
What is Jiu-Jitsu Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art/self defense system. Jiu-Jitsu is focused on grappling Jiu-Jitsu is recognized for its joint-locks and choke holds. Jiu-Jitsu is usually practiced while wearing a gi.
Training Training focuses on submissions without strikes. Techniques are practiced against a non-resisting partner. Physical conditioning is trained through full-speed practice.
Competition Competition is either point based or submission based. There is a gi division or no-gi division. Practitioners are separated by weight classes
Belt Ranking System White Belt Blue Belt Purple Belt Brown Belt Black Belt Estimated Time For Belt Promotion Beginning rank for all Jiu-Jitsu students White Belt to 2-3 Years to 3-4 Years Stripes Needed Before Promotion 4 Stripes Black Belts no longer use stripes, instead they attain degrees.
Jiu-Jitsu in Action