[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1709265054392{padding-top: 170px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 170px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background: #ececec url(https://lexingtonjiujitsuandfitness.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_5534.jpg?id=5204) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}” offset=”vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-6 vc_col-xs-12″][/vc_column][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1571482000254{padding-top: 70px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 70px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #2e2b36 !important;}” offset=”vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-6 vc_col-xs-12″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Jiu: Gentle | Jitsu: Art” main_heading_color=”#ffffff” sub_heading_color=”#ffffff” alignment=”left” main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” main_heading_font_family=”font_family:|font_call:” main_heading_style=”font-weight:500;” main_heading_font_size=”desktop:40px;”]Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art and combat sport that originated in Japan and was later developed in Brazil. The term “jiu-jitsu” means “gentle art” or “gentle technique” in Japanese. It is known for its emphasis on ground fighting and submission techniques, making it effective for both self-defense and sport.[/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” el_class=”reverse-row-on-mobile”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1571482000254{padding-top: 70px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 70px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #2e2b36 !important;}” offset=”vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-6 vc_col-xs-12″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”The Evolution of Jiu-Jitsu” main_heading_color=”#ffffff” sub_heading_color=”#ffffff” alignment=”left” main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” main_heading_font_family=”font_family:|font_call:” main_heading_style=”font-weight:500;” main_heading_font_size=”desktop:40px;”]There are several branches of Jiu-Jitsu, including traditional Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, but the most widely recognized and practiced form is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). BJJ was developed in Brazil by adapting and modifying the techniques of traditional Jiu-Jitsu and Judo. By intelligently applying leverage, technique and strategy, smaller individuals to can learn to defend themselves effectively against larger opponents. The art continues to grow and evolve today, from the ground up, within jiu-jitsu training academies across the world.[/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1698882849900{padding-top: 170px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 170px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background: #ececec url(https://lexingtonjiujitsuandfitness.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/seminar-emily.jpg?id=4171) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}” offset=”vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-6 vc_col-xs-12″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1737499644076{padding-top: 170px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 170px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background: #ececec url(https://lexingtonjiujitsuandfitness.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG_5049.jpeg?id=6000) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}” offset=”vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-6 vc_col-xs-12″][/vc_column][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1571482000254{padding-top: 70px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 70px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #2e2b36 !important;}” offset=”vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-6 vc_col-xs-12″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”A win for all levels, on multiple levels” main_heading_color=”#ffffff” sub_heading_color=”#ffffff” alignment=”left” main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” main_heading_font_family=”font_family:|font_call:” main_heading_style=”font-weight:500;” main_heading_font_size=”desktop:40px;”]In jiu-jitsu, practitioners spar or “roll” with live resistance. In addition to being a ton of fun, rolling helps to develop practical skills for self-defense and sport competition while simultaneously imparting a host of physical and mental benefits. Furthermore, anyone can excel at jiu-jitsu: male, female, brain-y, brawn-y, young and old. This diversity creates a vibrant community and sense of camaraderie within the training academy. Thus, it is no wonder why jiu-jitsu has gained global popularity. Today it is the fastest growing martial art in the world…but enough talk. Let’s Roll.[/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” el_class=”reverse-row-on-mobile” el_id=”section4″][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1571482000254{padding-top: 70px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 70px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #2e2b36 !important;}” offset=”vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-6 vc_col-xs-12″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Gi vs No-Gi” main_heading_color=”#ffffff” sub_heading_color=”#ffffff” alignment=”left” main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” main_heading_font_family=”font_family:|font_call:” main_heading_style=”font-weight:500;” main_heading_font_size=”desktop:40px;”]The traditional practice attire is called a Gi, a two-piece garment consisting of loose fitting pants and a heavy weight cotton jacket, tied with a cloth belt. No-Gi attire usually consists of shorts and/or tights (a.k.a spats) and a close fitting shirt (a.k.a. rash guard). There are benefits to training in both Gi and No Gi, so we practice with each, alternating days.[/ultimate_heading][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″ offset=”vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-12 vc_col-xs-12″]
- Gi: Provides more grips
- Gi: Increases friction; slows down the game
- Gi: Applicable in some self defense situations
- No-Gi: Emphasizes athleticism
- No-Gi: Promotes easy comfortable movement
- No-Gi: Less friction speeds up the game
Fantastic coaches, very motivated students, professional and clean facility with plenty of space throughout. Great, consistent turn out in classes and open mats of all different belts and skill levels- this is an outstanding school. ~Michael Brennan, Google Review
Thoroughly impressed!!! If you’re looking for a clean, professional, non-judgmental environment to learn and grow your jiu-jitsu fitness goals, this is your place. My husband has always spoke so highly of the owners and their extensive knowledge. Recently, our teenage daughter started taking jiu-jitsu lessons so I popped by to see her progress. Wow!! Not…
State of the art facility. Talented and diverse coaching staff. Talented and diverse student body. I’ve been in combat sports for thirty years and this school and it’s all inclusive approach is one of the best I’ve been a part of. You’ll get your fill if it’s your first day or your 10,950th. ~George Birk,…
The best grappling and instruction in the area. Head coach Michael Seals combines professionalism with decades of martial arts experience to provide an optimal environment for all levels of grappling from seasoned black belts to those just looking to gain entry to the sport of jiu jitsu. Combined with a brand new facility makes for…
I tried a class here 8 months ago as a total beginner and have been hooked ever since. It is an incredibly welcoming environment with very clean facilities. The community that Professor Michael Seals and Polly Seals have created is special and Lexington is lucky to have a place like this. ~Jonathan Fanin, Google Review
Came to Lexington on a business trip and did a drop in. The facility was extremely clean and the people were very welcoming.Having trained BJJ in numerous cities because of work, I would rate Lexington Jiu Jitsu as one of the better places I’ve visited. Highly recommended if you live in the area or are…
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