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Different Types Of Jiu-Jitsu

by Rod Bourgoine

There are many different styles of Jiu-Jitsu, and while they do have some notable differences, many of the skills are extremely similar. You might see a gym that offers Gi and No-Gi classes, or perhaps you have seen gyms advertising Gracie Jiu-Jitsu or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

As an overview, jiu-jitsu originated in Japan as Jujutsu, a combat art where an opponent could defeat an armed opponent without using any type of weapon. The "ju" translates roughly to flexible or yielding, while "jutsu" means art. While each form of the sport is slightly different, the idea of defeating a stronger opponent with a flexible fighting approach is universal in all forms of the sport.

Many mixed martial arts gyms offer Gi classes or perhaps just No-Gi classes, although some more comprehensive gyms will offer both classes. A Gi is the kimono-style, belted uniform that Jiu-Jitsu fighters will wear. A No-Gi class is basically a Jiu-Jitsu class where you do not wear the Gi. In a No-Gi class, one typically wears a t-shirt or a rash guard and a pair of board shorts or MMA shorts.

The uniform is different and because of that, the fighting techniques are a bit different, as well. When you wear the Gi, you can grab onto to the opponent's uniform, which can be a helpful way to dominate the opponent while you are grappling. However, you are not allowed to grab onto clothing in a No-Gi contest, and instead must rely on skills that help you grab key areas such as elbows, the neck or the knees. In this way, Gi offers a bit more flexibility in fighting.

It might seem like No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu training is less effective since you cannot hold onto the uniform. However, No-Gi is more transferable to mixed martial arts in general because you don't wear a Gi during an MMA bout. If possible, it is recommended that you take both types of classes as they focus on different types of skills. The more skills you acquire, the better your overall game plan will be, so there is a definite advantage in being proficient in both styles.

The difference between Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is subtle. Some say that the main difference lies in philosophy. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is considered more as a form of self-defense where as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu focuses more on sports and competition. That said, both styles include the same submission, controls and sweeps. So while you might not ever see a GJJ competition, an expert in GJJ has the same skill set as a fighter in BJJ.



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