Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu revolves around the concept that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger opponent by using leverage and weight distribution, taking the fight to the ground and using a number of holds and submissions to defeat them.

BJJ, is a self defense martial are and combat sport based on grappling, ground fighting and submission holds. It is primarily a ground-based fighting style and focuses on taking one's opponent down to the ground, gaining a dominant position, and using a number of techniques to force them into submission via joint locks, choke holds or compression locks.

1. Attire

• Rash guard (short or long-sleeve)

• Grappling shorts or spats

2. Gear

• Mouthguard

• Athletic tape (for fingers/toes)

3. Miscellaneous

• Water bottle

1. Attire

• BJJ Gi (with appropriate patches, if required by the gym)

• Rash guard or compression shirt (optional, for under the Gi)

• Belt (appropriate rank)

2. Gear

• Mouthguard