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It is often asked “Is Jiu-Jitsu for Self Defense”?
However, the answer is not a simple yes or no. Firstly, there are different types of Jiu-Jitsu which are designed for different uses. There is Traditional Jiu-Jitsu, Competitive and for Jiu-Jitsu for Self Defense.
Many techniques may be similar.
Self Defense must be simple to be effective under pressure. You are physically not capable of carrying out complex motor skills in a high stress situation, like that of an attack. For this reason, it is important that all techniques consist only of gross motor skills, these are simple body movements that all people are capable of performing.
There is also the need to cover the non-physical aspects of Self Defense that may not be covered in your average Martial arts class. You need to establish the belief that you can be effective in protecting yourself, discover how it is possible to overcome fear and avoid panic. There are also awareness and avoidance strategies to consider.
In Self Defense there are no rules, this can be used to your advantage, unlike the restrictions of competitive Jiu-Jitsu.
It is by using elements such as momentum, leverage and anatomy that gives smaller or weaker people an opportunity to gain an advantage.
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