History of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

There are several hypotheses regarding the origins of jiu-jitsu, the “gentle art” of grappling and leverage. Some historians credit the influence of ancient Greece for jiu-jitsu’s beginnings while others believe it was developed by Buddhist monks in India. What is known for certain is that jiu-jitsu evolved into an official discipline during Japan’s Feudal period, … Continue reading History of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu […]

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