The second question seems easier to understand so let's start there:
What is the difference between Gracie Jiu Jitsu and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
The answer is quite simple, in a round about sort of way.... Gracie Jiu Jitsu is Jiu Jitsu taught by the Gracie family. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the "Sport" or "Martial Art" of Jiu Jitsu, that is taught by someone. Let's say someone by the last name of Smith had their own Jiu Jitsu academy, then it might be called Smith Jiu Jitsu. More specifically, Gracie Jiu Jitsu or "_____" Jiu Jitsu is a system of Jiu Jitsu that has been created/learned and taught by that instructor. All of these instructors teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Interestingly, there are other types of Jiu Jitsu that are beginning to make a presence for themselves these days. Here are a a few worth mentioning; American Jiu Jitsu (A style of Jiu Jitsu influenced by folkstyle wrestling with strong takedowns, a great base, and aggressive attacks.) MMA Jiu Jitsu (A style of Jiu Jitsu influenced by the "sport" of Mixed Martial Arts. This style is very tactical in protecting the body from heavy blows and securing a hold while the bodies are slippery.) Self Defense Jiu Jitsu (A style of Jiu Jitsu focused purely on Self Defense. The focus is on neutralizing and escaping from dangerous positions or situations.)
Eliot Kelly
(916) 595 4064
No comments:
Post a Comment