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Should Kids Train MMA? What Parents Should Know About Safety and Growth
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is one of the fastest-growing combat sports in the world. It combines techniques from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), boxing, Muay Thai, and wrestling. With the rise of professional MMA fighters and televised events, more kids are showing interest in training. But many parents ask: Is MMA safe for kids? Should my child…
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Strong and Brave: Learning Jiu-Jitsu at The Way Martial Arts
Jiu-Jitsu is more than just a fun sport—it helps kids grow strong, learn respect, and never give up! At The Way Martial Arts in Lantana, Florida, Coach Herbert Burns and his team teach kids how to move, think, and be their best. With special BJJ kids classes, children can learn to be confident, disciplined, and…
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Belt Promotions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: What They Mean and How They Work
Where Belt Promotions Began In martial arts, belts show how much you’ve learned and how far you’ve come. This idea started with Jigoro Kano, the founder of Judo, in the late 1800s. He created a simple system of belts to separate beginners from experienced students. When Judo techniques were brought to Brazil by Mitsuyo Maeda,…
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Belt Order in Jiu-Jitsu: A Journey of Growth and Dedication
A Simple History of Jiu-Jitsu Belts Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art that started in Japan and grew into something special in Brazil. In the late 1800s, a man named Mitsuyo Maeda, a judoka, brought Jiu-Jitsu to Brazil. He taught the Gracie family, who made changes to the techniques, creating what we now call…
