JJJ and BJJ share techniques such as joint locks, chokeholds, grappling and takedowns. However, BJJ does not teach the strikes or throws seen in JJJ. Both arts promote discipline, respect and integrity in their students, but the grading system varies and BJJ has a higher focus on competitions.
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Verifying a BJJ black belt’s lineage will ensure you receive quality training from a certified BJJ black belt instructor. Training under a fraudulent instructor will teach you poor and incomplete techniques. This will not adequately prepare you for self-defense or competitions, wasting your time and money.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is currently not an Olympic sport. To qualify, it will need to be represented by an independent non-profit international organization, adopt world-wide competition standards that are approved by the Olympic Committee and maintain Olympic-standard anti-doping regulations.
To wash a white BJJ Gi, remove the stains first, turn the Gi inside out, and put it in the washer. Then select the cold water in the washer, add fabric brightener along with detergent, choose a gentle washing setting, and start the washing process. To remove stains, you can use fabric stain removers like white vinegar, Oxiclean, lemon juice, etc.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is a form of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, but they differ in a number of ways. GJJ aims to teach anyone to defend themselves against a bigger and stronger opponent, regardless of age, size, gender or fitness. BJJ uses the same techniques, but is designed more for the sport of grappling.
Choosing between Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu comes down to preference. Gi Jiu-Jitsu involves combatants wearing the Gi, which allows for grabbing clothing and is more complex. No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu does away with the traditional uniform and is much more similar to street fighting.