Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Essentials

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History and Origins of BJJ: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art style rooted in both the new and old. It is a style that has been tested and proven in many arenas, and can trace it's roots back to the Kodokan, and the samurai before that.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu History and Development
Know The Lingo - Basic Terminology:

* Arm Bar
* Guard
* Kimono
* Tap Out
* Upa

Supplies and Equipment: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art that does not require lots of expensive equipment. All you will generally need is a kimono, or gi. You will also use a t-shirt and shorts for no gi grappling. Males will want a groin cup. An ear protector like the type used in wrestling can also be used.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Basics - Tutorials:

* The Guard
* Half Guard
* Butterfly Guard
* Spider Guard
* Bridging

More BJJ Techniques:

* Arm Bar from Mount
* Escape from Side Control
* The late Master Carlson Gracie demonstrates the triangle choke

Ground Fighting / Grappling

* What are Ground Fighting/Grappling Martial Arts?
* Martial Arts Style Profile - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
* Ground Fighting Basics - The Guard - Grappling Basics
* Ground Fighting Basics - Half Guard - Grappling Basics
* Ground Fighting Basics - Butterfly Guard - Grappling Basics