You did it, you finally did it. You overcame fear, self doubt, and inertia and you took action. You googled "10th Planet Jiu Jitsu", "Brazilian Jiu Jitsu", or "submission grappling" you found our site you put your info into the website and I called you up. We talked briefly on the phone and you scheduled your first class and for that, my new friend, you deserve a pat on the back because taking that first step is the hardest part.
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Here we dig into our relationship with the self and how our Jiu Jitsu practice can have both a positive and negative impact on that. It is important to view tapping out as learning, not losing. Developing a healthy realtionship with "failure" is necessary for our growth in the sport and our growth as humans.
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has exploded in popularity in recent years, and for good reason. It's an incredibly effective martial art that teaches you how to safely and effectively close the distance, take the fight to the ground, control your opponent and submit them. But with two main styles – Gi and No-Gi – it can be tough to decide which one is right for you. Let's break down the pros and cons of each.
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