The Gente Art
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a ground-based martial art, using the principles of leverage, angles, pressure & timing, as well as knowledge of the human anatomy, in order to achieve a non-violent submission of one’s opponent. Unlike other martial arts that focus on strikes &/or kicks, jiu jitsu focuses on close-contact “grappling” holds & techniques, & the application of chokes & joint-manipulations. It is considered to be a strong element of realistic self defense as well as a huge portion of modern MMA.