1. Brazilian Jiu-jitsu
Adolfo Campos
CIS
11/22/2012

2. 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.

3. Training Training focuses on submissions without strikes.
Techniques are practiced against a non-resisting partner.
Physical conditioning is trained through full-speed practice.

4. Competition Competition is either point based or submission based.
There is a gi division or no-gi division.
Practitioners are separated by weight classes

5. 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.

6. Jiu-Jitsu in Action