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Making the first step in joining a good Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy can be intimidating. You may have concerns that you are not in good enough shape or that you don't want to find your self in a place with a bunch of meat heads who just want to prove how tough they are. The truth is that most Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies are more than welcoming. Stepping into a BJJ academy you most likely will find a group of nice people from all different back rounds working together ready to help you start your journey. Also if you have concerns about your physical conditioning for BJJ know that there is no better way to get in shape for it then to do it.
The benefits of starting BJJ and sticking with it outweigh the the worries of making the first step 100 fold. Anyone who attends classes regularly will notice huge improvements in confidence, physical, mental fitness, and ability to defend themselves. Over a relatively short time your body will get used to the movements while you learn valuable techniques that could one day save you or your family's lives. Here at Journey Jiu-Jitsu our experienced staff of men and women are dedicated to sharing all the benefits of the gentle art with our students in a safe, clean, fun, and professional environment.
If your contemplating taking this first step for yourself or your children , know that at Journey Jiu-Jitsu we are her to help and genuinely care about each and everyone who takes that step into our door. Come try an introductory week of unlimited classes and see for yourself.