Sheffield Martial Arts Centre
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
A fantastic way to get fit, while learning real world self defence skills, lose weight get in great shape and boost your self confidence, while having a great time.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a ground fighting system, martial sport and a great self-defence method that has its roots in the traditional Japanese martial arts of Judo and Ju Jitsu. BJJ had been developed initially by the famous Gracie family.
Our BJJ classes are taught by Head Instructor Mark Hayes, who is a Brown belt and represents Simon McGovern's renowned McGovern Academy. Our classes are a mixture of positions, sweeps, chokes and joint locking techniques for controlling and submitting your opponent, time is given to both the proper application of techniques and live sparring.
Our classes are taught in such a way that everyone from the complete beginner to the more advanced practitioner can develop.
BJJ promotes the idea that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend themselves against a larger stronger opponent by using correct technique and leverage.
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This course has been highly regarded by countless students throughout the years, and has provided the perfect foundation to enter the next level of learning. Get in touch with questions or to learn more.