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.

But throughout history, humans have created hundreds of different martial arts. There are plenty of arts out there you have likely never heard of. In fact, we dare to go even further saying you didn’t know most of the ones we have included in our list below.

Boxing is good for self-defense because it teaches you how to block an attacker and fight them if necessary. Boxing also improves fitness, strengthens motor skills and mentally prepares you for a fight. However, people often learn another martial art so they can also fight on the ground if required.

U.S. police officers are not fully trained in martial arts while in a police academy. Police officers are instead trained in various Defensive Tactics to deal with different types of physical threats from uncooperative suspects and subdue them safely and lawfully.

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.