In the first edition of the NBJJA newsletter, don’t miss out on a special offer on our new custom gis, an upcoming seminar that will take your BJJ to the next level, some pics the Christmas party and a sweet 'bring a mate' bonus.
Read MoreBJJ can take a lot out of us physically, why wouldn't you consult and utilise some or all of the following professionals or practices?
Read MoreImagine your child is being bullied at school. And as a parent, you are sick of it! The school isn't helping. Frustrated and not knowing who else to turn to, you innocently decide to sign your child up for kung fu, or tae kwon do lessons.
Now suppose your child trains at the local traditional martial arts school for the next 3-4 years. They earn a black belt.
They feel great, can kick over their head, even break a defenceless wooden board!
You believe your child is now equipped with the tools to defend themselves successfully.
Read MoreIf you’ve been following the Northern Beaches Jiu Jitsu Academy on Facebook and Instagram, you would have seen our exciting news that we have opened up a brand new gym in Cromer (a suburb between Dee Why, Narrabeen, Collaroy & Narraweena). Our doors are officially OPEN, after weeks of blood, sweat and tears - yep, we had it all!
Read MoreIt is a common joke and meme throughout the Jiu-Jitsu community that Jiu-Jitsu is a form of therapy. Believe it or not, Jiu-Jitsu is an excellent form of therapy. The actual reasons why Jiu Jitsu is such a good therapy session are, it works out people physically, mentally and spiritually. With those three essential aspects of our lives taken care of, we can feel happier.
Let’s take a better look at how this works.
Read MoreNorthern Beaches Jiu Jitsu Academy is pleased to be a registered activity provider for the NSW Active Kids program, which gives school-aged children $100 towards approved sport, fitness and active recreation activities.
Read MoreIn celebration of International Women’s Day, we have listed 5 Reasons Why All Women Should Train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu!
1. Self-Defence:
Most women discover Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) because of an interest in learning to defend themselves. The skills you acquire from training BJJ enable a smaller and weaker person with the ability to protect themselves against a larger, more powerful attacker.
Read MoreBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu is good for everyone. But what are the benefits for those over 40?
Throughout my years of training and competing, I have seen the very young, the very old, and the disabled do well and enjoy the art. I rolled with many retiree practitioners who took up the gentle art later in life, along with those who have started young and continued training well into their 60's.
The terms “BJJ over 40” and “Old Man Jiu-Jitsu”, are often thrown about, but what exactly are the benefits.
Below are the top 5 benefits for training BJJ in and over 40.
Read MoreSomething strange happens when you begin training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ); you rapidly realise that a cerebral focus is often the most critical component when it comes to mastering the gentle art of BJJ. Rather than focusing on the cheap rush of learning to apply chokes and execute throws, you will yearn for a greater understanding of the underlying principles of the techniques. More specifically, through honing these concepts and pressure testing them on the tatami, you learn that the human mind is the most powerful asset we possess.
Read MoreThe fable of David and Goliath has many theological meanings. But the battle between the stronger, Goliath and the smaller, weaker David has taken on a more popularised and secular purpose and is used to describe any scenario where a smaller individual triumphs against the odds and becomes the victorious underdog.
Read MoreThe self-improvement and growth you can gain from training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) are limitless. No matter who you are and what you do The Northern Beaches Jiu-Jitsu Academy can help you.
KELLY SLATER
The American surfer is a blue belt. Slater trains regularly at AOJ and Studio 540. He is quoted as saying "Put your kids into Jiu Jitsu before other sports".
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