Brazilian VS Japanese Jiu-Jitsu

[GaryWado]

Hello Newb here,

I think there is something to be said for the dimensions of Japanese Jujutsu compared to that of BJJ.

Ime, the dojo that teach really good quality Japanese jujutsu are very thin on the ground. So on one level, you stand a far greater chance of getting a good education at a "respected" bjj club.

That said, if you are lucky enough to find a quality "traditional" Japanese jujutsu dojo - there is a lot more to it than meets the eye!

The term Jujutsu has become rather "flattened out" over the last century or so. Use the term in Japan and most people will think you are talking about Judo!

In fact, traditional Jujutsu is far more than just locks, throws, holds and ground work.

Then there's the cultural and historical connection. Not everyone’s cup of tea I get that - but it does open doors to other aspects, is a mind broadener and a lot of fun to boot!

Just my thoughts and well... hello again

Nyumon

[darksoul]

Hello Newb here,

I think there is something to be said for the dimensions of Japanese Jujutsu compared to that of BJJ.

Ime, the dojo that teach really good quality Japanese jujutsu are very thin on the ground. So on one level, you stand a far greater chance of getting a good education at a "respected" bjj club.

That said, if you are lucky enough to find a quality "traditional" Japanese jujutsu dojo - there is a lot more to it than meets the eye!

The term Jujutsu has become rather "flattened out" over the last century or so. Use the term in Japan and most people will think you are talking about Judo!

In fact, traditional Jujutsu is far more than just locks, throws, holds and ground work.

Then there's the cultural and historical connection. Not everyone’s cup of tea I get that - but it does open doors to other aspects, is a mind broadener and a lot of fun to boot!

Just my thoughts and well... hello again

Nyumon

Well said and thanks for the input.

Yeah, I think the guys I grappled with were Japanese Jujutsu. That could explain why we were rather equal in ground fighting.