Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art that emphasizes grappling and ground fighting for self-defense. Students will learn the skills, techniques, leverage, and groundwork needed to manipulate, subdue, and control opponents for self-protection. The training also boosts fitness, enhances focus, increases self-confidence, and encourages positive social interaction. Jiu-Jitsu has recently gained popularity and is recognized as one of the fastest-growing MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) sports in the United States.
The class will include the following practices:
1. Balance, takedowns, control, escape.
a. Judo grips & basic throws
b. Standing control & clinch defense
c. Jiu-Jitsu ground control & escapes (mount, side, back)
2. Movement, striking, blocks, clinch
a. Boxing stance
b. Punching basics: jab, cross, hook
c. Muay Thai strikes: knee, kick, elbow
d. Blocking, clinch control & disengage
e. Partnered pad work or light combo drills
3. Self-defense scenarios & application
a. Scenario drills: grabs, wall defense, choke escape
b. Partner resistance drills
c. Team challenge or game
d. Group stretch and closing message & photos
The participants will learn the following skills:
a. How to avoid or escape dangerous situations
b. How to protect themselves using realistic and effective moves
c. Awareness, control, balance, and confidence
d. The difference between sport martial art
I started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at the end of 2011 with Professor Cesario de Souza. I am now a 1 degree black belt and I help with all class from kids to adults.
Cesario de Souza is a martial arts master with over 40 years of practice and 21 years of teaching experience. He has a distinguished career dedicated to teaching and promoting martial arts as tools for personal and social transformation. Specializing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Muay Thai, Karate, Boxing, and MMA, Cesario blends tradition and innovation in his teaching approach.
Ranks and Disciplines
Teaching Experience With over two decades as an instructor, Cesario has worked in academics, social projects, municipal institutions, and schools. He has trained hundreds of students and led competitive teams at national and international levels.
Competitive Achievements Three-time MMA World Champion (World Fighting League - WFL) Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu State and National Champion Medalist at CBJJ World Championship Second place at IBJJB Pan-American Championship International medals from NAGA and events in New York and Boston
Cesario de Souza , Tina Souza
