What to expect from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes at Elite:
From learning the fundamental basics to developing those who would like to take their advanced skills to the next level, Elite welcomes everyone. Through choke holds, joint locks and positional techniques, the ultimate objective is to help our members gain complete mastery of ground control, submissions and escapes.
What is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu:
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art based on grappling and ground fighting techniques. The goal of this martial art is to control and submit a larger and stronger opponent through superior techniques, leverage, and body mechanics. It is a highly technical martial art employing a strong basis in body awareness, movement and momentum, where submissions come from choke holds and joint locks. Known for it’s self-defence techniques, this fight system uses grip breaks, stronger persons weight against them, and effectively knowing what to do if a fight goes to the ground.
The class will run for about 1 hour and will include:
• A full body warm up using movement drills to get blood flowing and improve flexibility
• Step by step guide through techniques
• Controlled drilling of the techniques to develop muscle memory and proficiency
• Controlled rolling sessions to work through learned techniques
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Why Choose Us:
Our classes are designed for everyone from beginners to advanced and to feel comfortable joining a group without feeling intimidated or incompatible. Our professional instructors will take the time to pair you with an appropriate partner and will guide you through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu techniques in a simple, yet straight forward manner to make learning easy and fun.
We are located at:
We are located in the Sheppard Industrial Park at 4750-106 Ave. S.E. Bay 6 here in Calgary, we also proudly serve the communities of Mckenzie Towne, Riverbend, New Brighton, Auburn Bay, Cranston, and Mahogany.