PE 145 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu I
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an advanced form of the Japanese martial art of the same name. It has been modified by the Brazilians to become "arguably the most effective martial art in the world." The form of Jiu-Jitsu the Brazilians created is a Martial Art that is designed to adapt to any type of Fighting Style or Martial Art, making it reality based. This is a tested and proven style, art, and science. With the arrival of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on the martial arts scene, it has forever changed the way fighters train. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers a complete system of self-defense that works whether you are big and strong or small of frame. Because of the principles of leverage that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is founded upon, a practitioner could pursue it throughout their lifetime. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is beneficial in helping maintain cardiovascular fitness and the integrity of bones and muscles, thus keeping you fit and youthful.