Here you will find some of the most commonly asked questions about training Jiu-Jitsu. If you have any further questions please feel free to reach out to us!
Q: I’ve never trained any martial arts before, can I train this?
A: Absolutely, this is a sport for anyone. Jiu-Jitsu helps with flexibility, endurance and general well-being. We won’t have you chopping wooden boards with your bare hands and there is no pre-training required.
Q: I think I might be too old to train Jiu-Jitsu?
A: Your never to old to try something new, especially Jiu-Jitsu. This sport can help with mobility, flexibility and endurance. Now you certainly don’t want to go too hard and hurt yourself but our experienced coaches can talk you through the movements and ensure that you train within your limits.
Q: What gear do I need to train?
A: Depending on the class you attend it may be a “Gi” or “No-Gi” class. The Gi is the traditional uniform consisting of jacket, pants and belt. No-Gi is less formal and usually consists of shorts and/or tights and a close-fitting shirt or rash guard. But don’t worry too much about the formalities, When getting started you won’t need anything other than some clean and comfortable gym clothes. Recommended extras if you are someone looking to jump right in would be a water bottle, towel and mouth guard.
Q: I’ve been watching some MMA on TV, is that what this training is?
A: MMA is a sport that incorporates many styles of martial arts including aspects of Jiu-Jitsu. As MMA has its own distinct ruleset it focuses on techniques that benefit in the set scenario of MMA. At KAOS we focus on all aspects of Jiu-Jitsu including self-defence, sport and as well as how it can be integrated into MMA. There is no striking or punching in what we train.
Q: What is the difference between Jiu-Jitsu and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
A: Jiu-Jitsu is the traditional Japanese martial art whilst Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the modern updated version of the original martial art. There is a large amount of cross-over between the 2 martial arts but at KAOS we focus on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Q: Do many women train Jiu-Jitsu?
A: Yes, we even have women that compete in state and national competitions.
Q: I’ve have some physical issues that limit my ability to move, can I still train?
A: You certainly can, as long as you are aware of your limitations. We can help you develop a wrestling style that suits you.
Q: Is this the martial art that is recommended by JRE?
A: Yes, Joe Rogan (Worlds number #1 Podcast host & UFC commentator) says that everybody should train and we agree too!
Q: Who else trains BJJ that I might know?
A: Russell Brand, Dave Mustaine, Ashton Kucher, Keanu Reeves, Jason Staham, Guy Richie, Maynard Keenan, Chuck Norris, Demi Levato, Tom Hardy, Henry Cavill, Kelly Slater, Margot Robbie, Milly Bobby Brown and the list continues….
Q: Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu the best martial art to learn?
A: This question is asked often and one day back in 1993 there was a regular sized Brazilian man called ‘Royce Gracie’ that entered a steel cage to test his martial art against every other martial art style that was being trained. This event was called Ultimate Fighting Championship 1 (UFC). Gracie managed to submit all of his opponents that were physically bigger than him and shocked the marital art world with a style of combat that actually worked.