Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
T here are many forms of close quarter grappling martial arts, however Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is amongst the very finest.
BJJ promotes and effectively utilizes technique and leverage by applying joint-locks and choke holds to defeat much larger opponents.
"Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is for the protection of the individual: the older man, the weak, the child, the lady, and the young woman anyone who doesn't have the physical attributes to defend themselves. ... Helio Gracie
Middleton Martial Arts Academy teaches BJJ and although it is a very effective martial art it is also a relatively safe one to participate in. We like to teach in a friendly and welcoming environment and always remember that everyone has had to start as a beginner, so as a club we take great pride in understanding this by all helping each other.
There are many benefits to training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu some of which are...
Self defence Fitness Losing weight and keeping weight off Stress Relief Learning through Thinking & Problem Solving Making New Friends
Middleton Brazilian Jiu jitsu are accredited members of the UK Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Association.
Head BJJ coach John Barlow has been involved in Martial Arts such as Judo, Muay Thai, MMA and BJJ for around 30 years but has been focusing solely on BJJ since 2009
John holds a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt under Manchester Predators 2nd Degree Black Belt Gavin Boardman following the respected lineage of Mitsuyo Maeda > Carlos Gracie > Carlson Gracie > Ze Mario Sperry > Rodrigo Antunes > Gavin Boardman.
Middleton Brazilian Jiu jitsu has produced over 20 Blue and Purple belts most of whom are still involved in the club actively helping new and white belt students and although we dont profess to be the biggest club in the North West we do take pride in what our small and friendly club has to offer.
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