The Aces Jiu Jitsu Club Blog
Women's Self Defense Programs are a MUST for Every Woman
( (Curated Article via WTOL Toledo) – Women in the Toledo area took action Monday night by learning self-defense and self-awareness in a free class. The instructor said the techniques she teaches are simple and anyone can learn them. Besides, they could be life-saving if it came down to you running into trouble. (Want to…
Jiu Jitsu Alert: Austin Woman Breaks a Burglars...
Jiu Jitsu Alert: Austin Woman Breaks a Burglars Arm & Holds Him Until Police Arrive! More and more, people are finding out what we already know… Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the most effective martial art on the planet. Not only will it get you in the best shape of your life, but it can also…
BRAVE NEW WORLD: Short Film Highlights the Life Changing Impact of Jiu Jitsu
BRAVE NEW WORLD is a fictional film about how Jiu-Jitsu changes the life of one man.
Bullying Sparks the Fight in a Fighter
Alton Cunningham was picked on and bullied as a high schooler. This is an all too common theme for most children growing up in the school system. Dealing with bullies is just a sad fact for live for school aged children. For Alton, one of the things he would be picked on was his love…
Wrestler's $100 Challenge Goes Wrong Against 47-year-old BJJ Black Belt
Here we have a 23-year-old wrestler who has challenged a bar full of people to a $100 grappling contest. Little did he know that a 47 year old man named Tino was in the crowd. Oh yeah, Tino is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt.
Measuring the Positive Influence of Jiu Jitsu on PTSD
Over the years Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) and the positive impact it has on on mental health and specific issues has been researched and discussed. We all know that training BJJ or any martial art has been proven to have direct links to an increase in self-esteem, self-confidence, and fighting depression.
Demian Maia Could Be the Next UFC Champ Without Ever Throwing a Punch
Coming off a big win against a very tough Jorge Masvidal, Demian Maia finds himself in that elite “title shot” conversation. While many fans of the UFC are enamored with the striking and highlight knockouts, Demian Maia’s climb back to the top contender spot is largely due to to his world class Jiu Jitsu game.