The most famous art of Japan is ‘Martial arts.’ Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, or popularly known as BJJ, is similar to Japanese forms of Martial art. BJJ, no doubt, is a seperate and unique form of self-defense, even though it resembles with Japanese Martial Arts. One can pursue this as a hobby or even consider the option of a career in this sport. This combat sport is becoming more popular day-by-day. Learning BJJ techniques properly enables anyone including a weaker person to 99ok protect himself and even to defeat a person no matter how stronger he seems. The focus of the BJJ is on the ground fighting and grappling. Every participant in this sport must make the opponent tap-out. Quick reflexes are very important in BJJ.
BJJ really helps one to defend himself, and is more useful for military professionals, security guards etc. Every sport has some rules and etiquette, that need to be followed, and BJJ is not an exception. This sport should be played only with those who have knowledge of these moves and techniques.
There are rules and etiquettes for every sport and BJJ is not an exception. Every participant is expected to follow them. He must make sure that the safety of the opponent is not endangered. Using abusive and vulgar language bring down the quality of the sport, hence it must be avoided. He should not resort to unfair means such as scratching, biting etc. Too much aggression is not advisable while playing the sport. Anger management is must for every opponent. A true sportsman always takes his defeat positively and learns from it. He should never disrespect his instructor and follow instructions given by his instructor. A fighter should not perform any deadly moves. He should not disturb others by making noise. Unethical behaviour has to be avoided.
Every student is needed to obey rules and wear Jiu Jitsu Gi uniform while being trained. Every aspiring fighter must have it. Selecting Gi with care is very important. Comfort is very important. If one does not feel comfortable inside Jiu Jitsu Gi gear, he would not be able to fight very well and with confidence. There are two types of gears-1.Lightweight, 2.Heavyweight. Lightweight gear is more comfortable to wear in a competition. Both heavyweight and lightweight types of BJJ kimono are made using same quality of fabric.While choosing the Jiu Jitsu Gi, one has to see the weight of the gear. It is very easy to find the which is heavyweight in character and which is not. Single weave Gis are lightweight in nature and others are heavyweight. There is one and only distinction between single weave Gis and double weave Gis which is quantity of fabric used in the making of them. When compared, you can find that the quantity used in the double weave Gis is more than the one used in the single weave Gis. Before entering into a competition, it is desirable that you choose a single weave Gi, instead of the double weave Gi.