Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu truly is for everyone…and the Ralph Gracie Mission Viejo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy – a supportive, inclusive, family-friendly environment, embracing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu students of all ages and every skill level – proves that in every way.
For everyone from young children to mature adults the benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu are many. It not only provides a high-intensity work-out for the full body helping students increase strength and endurance, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a mood booster, it can sharpen your focus, reduce stress, promote healthy sleep patterns, build confidence, keep you safe and so much more…
The Many Ways Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Benefits Kids
Children and teens are at a stage of development where social interaction, physical engagement and important life lessons are all critical for attaining a healthy level of maturity and excelling in life; and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the perfect way to master all of the above.
As far as the social aspect, making new friends within a positive atmosphere is a critical element within the development of a child or teen. Improving and maintaining physical health, which includes honing motor skills, agility, strength and stamina, can also be attained with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu not only provides healthy physical interaction; it increases mental strength by improving concentration and problem-solving skills. Students of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu also learn to master new challenges, boosting self-esteem and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes provide structure which teaches patience, self-control and discipline. Additionally, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an excellent way for young students to burn off excess energy and any aggression that may accompany it.
The Ralph Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Mission Viejo also segments its classes by age, making training sessions for children easy and comfortable; and adult classes are conveniently scheduled on various days and evenings throughout the week to meet the needs and lifestyles of busy adults.
Why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Is So Popular With Adults
The fact that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was designed for students of every size makes it the perfect sport for both men and women…and in so many ways.
Self Defense
Of course, we all know that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an exceptional method of self-defense, but did you know that it is so well respected that certain elements of it are even incorporated into specialized programs for law enforcement training? What makes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu exceptionally effective is that it actually works in real life situations. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu uses leverage, pressure and technique to enable a smaller, weaker person to defend against a larger, more powerful attacker. It also not only teaches students how to knock an aggressor off their feet, but will arm a person with the skillset to keep an attacker at a far enough distance to make escape possible.
Fitness for the Body, Mind and Soul
Then there is the physical advantage of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a powerful strengthening isometric exercise, building muscle tone, grip strength and working the abdominal region, legs, arms and back. Conditioning for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an incredible workout which builds stamina and increases endurance as well as resilience.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu not only nurtures the body, it nurtures the mind and soul – relieving stress, anxiety, depression, as well as stimulating the mind through critical thinking and problem solving, and fostering positivity. The more you accomplish in class, the more self-confidence you build. Imagine knowing that you can handle yourself in any situation.
Weight Management
Maintaining an ideal weight can also be achieved through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu conditioning. Consider this – you can burn approximately 700 calories in just one hour of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training!
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Is Also Incredibly Beneficial for Older Adults
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu promotes fluidity, flexibility and an increased range of motion, all of which are vital for healthy aging. Participating in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can also help mature adults improve balance, which can wane over time, and increase body awareness, which can help prevent injury. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu also facilitates heart health by lowering your resting heart rate and reducing blood pressure. Research has also proven that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can improve circulation, which can aid in memory retention. Plus, it can improve sleep patterns and release endorphins, both of which can make people of any age feel good!
Why Ralph Gracie Mission Viejo
Named Best Martial Arts School and inducted into the Business Hall of Fame for the last five consecutive years, Ralph Gracie Mission Viejo provides a welcoming, supportive atmosphere for all of its students and is staffed by highly skilled instructors whose love of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is matched only by their love of training it. This unparalleled passion for the amazing sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu transcends into its classes and creates a welcoming atmosphere brimming with fun.
Learn More About Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
If you are interested in learning more about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the Ralph Gracie Mission Viejo Academy is an exceptional place to do it. For more information, call 949-400-7108, email ralphgraciemv@gmail.com or visit us at our convenient location: 26861 Trabuco Road #H, Mission Viejo, California.
