Why Should You Learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Why Should You Learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsuarm to the ground and then execute the upward
You might think that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is not thatshoulder wrench. It is normal for your opponent to
different from other martial arts but this is not true.resist so secure the other arm by grabbing his trap.
While other styles teach you to fight well while you areMake sure that your rear knee is high close to his
standing, this one will help you learn how to subdue anhead and that your body weight is over his pinned
opponent when you are on the ground.hand.  Lastly, swing over to one side and sit back to
If you are overpowered by your opponent, fall to theexecute the straight arm bar.
ground because this will make him think that he ownsShould he get away, you may us the scarf fold to
you. This is the best position for one Brazilian Jiu Jitsuknee lock.
technique known as the guard. First, you reach over your opponent’s head and
What you are trying to do here is keep your opponentlock this in between your armpit with both hands
down using your legs so you prevent him from hitting,clasped together. Since his legs are free, stop it by
pinning or mounting you.placing your foot against the inside of your
To be in the dominant position, try the arm drag to armopponent’s thigh.
bar maneuver by pulling their sleeves in one handBring the leg that is closest to the ground closer to you
towards you.to maintain close hip to hip contact. Now cross your
Hook one hand under the opponent’s leg andankles, squeeze his knees together and take control of
control his head with the other hand. Move your hipstheir heel. Don’t forget to arch to exert pressure
out to create space and circle your hand to the frontagainst your opponent’s knee joint.
of your opponent’s face then swing your leg overThere are other ground to ground techniques you can
your opponent’s face. Arch a little to apply the armlearn in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. You will find each one to be
bar as this is the only way to trap your opponent’svery useful in close quarter combat so practice it
arm by keeping this tight to your body using yourregularly until you get it right. Knowing it might just
tricep.make you win your next tournament or even save
When this is achieved, you can do whatever you wantyour life if your life is in danger.
with them like punch them in the chest. This can onlyThe ground fighting techniques mentioned should only
be done if you have strong legs and hips.be done under the direct supervision of a trained
Another technique you can do is mount your opponentexpert. If you fool around with it at home, you could
using the shoulder wrench to arm lock combination.hurt someone or maybe even hurt yourself.
While sitting on one side of your opponent, you pin one