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Developing Your Style in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

December 13, 2024

Developing Your Style in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art that emphasizes technique, leverage, and adaptability, and one of the most exciting aspects of training is developing your unique style. As you progress in BJJ, you’ll gravitate towards techniques that resonate with you, and over time, you can start to tailor those moves into a game that reflects your strengths and preferences. Here’s how you can develop your style in BJJ by customizing your favorite techniques.

  1. Start with the Basics

Before you build your style, you must have a solid understanding of the basics. Mastering fundamental techniques like guard positions, escapes, sweeps, and submissions is crucial. Once you have a strong foundation, you can experiment with variations that suit your preferences and body type. For example, if you’re more flexible, you might find that techniques like rubber guard are more suited to your game, while someone with more strength may prefer power-based submissions like armbars from mount.

  1. Identify Your Strengths

Everyone has different physical attributes that make them more effective at certain techniques. Some practitioners are naturally flexible, while others may be stronger or have exceptional endurance. Identifying your strengths allows you to refine your BJJ style. For example, if you have strong grips and upper body strength, you might gravitate toward techniques like the kimura or guillotine choke. On the other hand, if you’re quicker and have great mobility, you might prefer using sweeps and submissions. Tailoring your game to fit your natural abilities will make you more efficient on the mats.

  1. Experiment with Different Techniques

Once you understand the basics and know your strengths, it’s time to explore various techniques. Try different sweeps, passes, and submissions from different positions. Pay attention to how your body reacts to these techniques and which ones feel more intuitive. You may find that certain positions or techniques work better for you than others. The key is not to be afraid to experiment and make adjustments until you find the methods that fit your style.

  1. Learn from Others

Observe how higher belts or instructors execute their game. While you should develop your style, it’s helpful to learn from others. Watch how they approach specific positions and incorporate some techniques into your game. Even if you adopt a particular sweep or guard from someone else, try to modify it to fit your strengths and body movement.

  1. Refine Your Style

As you continue to train with different partners, your style will naturally evolve. The more you roll, the more you will refine your game. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes or feel out of place while experimenting. Every mistake is a learning opportunity. With each class and rolling session, you’ll continue to adjust and perfect your game until you have a style that is truly your own.

In Conclusion, Developing your style in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a journey that takes time, practice, and self-awareness. By starting with the basics, identifying your strengths, experimenting with techniques, learning from others, and refining your style, you’ll create a BJJ game that is uniquely yours. Remember, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is all about adapting and evolving; as you progress in your training, your unique style will naturally develop and grow.

Pendergrass Academy of Martial Arts proudly serves Wake Forest, Wakefield, and Raleigh, NC. For more information about us, visit www.bjjnc.com.

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