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Professor Valente with his students: Paulo Procopio far left, Andre Galvao (2x world champ), Martin Figeroa, Mark Hopkins. At Dojo Americana we teach Brazilian jiu-jitsu for self defense, MMA, sport tournament and fitness. Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling-based martial art and is the most renowned martial art program in the world for real-life self-defense and true MMA training. This fun, safe and effective martial art is utilized by people from all walks of life, from everyday men and women to UFC and MMA competitors, to Marines Special Forces and Navy SEALS to firefighters and Law Enforceent personnel. Unlike other martial arts, such as Karate, Tae Kwan Do and Kung Fu, Jiu-Jitsu doesn't rely on using punches and kicks to defeat an attacker. Instead, Jiu-jitsu practitioners utilize leverage, technique and superior positioning to overcome an opponent/attacker with choke-holds and joint locks (submissions). In Jiu-Jitsu, strength and athleticism are not necessary components in overcoming bigger and stronger opponents. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu artist can submit an opponent while on his back just as easily as from the standing position. 95% of all real fights end up on the ground, the place where a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner is most effective, and where weight and strength advantages are more easily overcome.
Average class size is 10-12, but once in a while we get a few more. At Dojo Americana most Jiu-Jitsu classes are taught with the gi (traditional uniform) which is worn because it represents clothing. No-gi jiu-jitsu is available 2x a week and is very popular because of MMA. However, learning with the gi is highly recommended. Some of the best MMA fighters have reached the black belt level in Jiu-Jitsu by practicing Jiu-Jitsu with the gi. Anderson Silva, Lyoto Machida, BJ Penn, Diego Sanchez, Kenny Florian, Damian Maia, and GSP are just some of the top names in UFC who have practiced with the gi and still practice Jiu-Jitsu with the gi. A typical class at Dojo Americana includes various drills & exercises specific to the movements of jiu-jitsu for warm-ups and conditioning; takedown training is almost a regular regimen at Dojo Americana, however, ground techniques are the focus and what BJJ is known for; the last 15-30 minutes is dedicated to live training (AKA rolling) at a more realistic pace and intensity."
The Importance of Finding Credible BJJ Instruction... It's importat to relize that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is different than MMA. Many MMA gyms offer submission grappling or wrestling only, which is not the same as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Jiu-Jitsu is mainly practiced with the gi or kimono, which is the uniform worn by traditional Jiu-Jitsu practitioners. It's highly recommended that those wanting to learn the intricate details of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, find a black belt level instructor that teaches techniques utilizing the gi for the majority of training. The popularity of MMA has been good for Jiu-Jitsu, however, this has prompted many low-level instructors with little experience to start teaching at newly opened MMA gyms that are surfacing all around Southern California. Before joining a gym ask for the instructors credentials. Being an "MMA fighter" or a "wrestler" doesn't make a person a high-level Jiu-Jitsu instructor. There is a "big" difference.e Learning proper Jiu-Jitsu first comes in finding a reputable academy and a black belt instructor with a credible and traceable linegae. It's important to realize that finding a good jiu-jitsu academy (gym) is vital if you want to learn the fine details, correct principles and the true philosophy of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Beware of instructors who have no traceable lineage of instructors. They are out there. Credible instructors do NOT learn their jiu-jitsu from You Tube and videos. Call Mark Now to Schedule a FREE TRIAL CLASS... 760-431-2856
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