Jiu-Jitsu has many physical and mental benefits. Some of these benefits, like learning self-defense techniques, are more familiar. But Jiu-Jitsu has quite a few lesser-known benefits that aren’t immediately apparent.
Here are a few of those lesser-known benefits of Jiu-Jitsu that have a positive impact on your daily life:
1. Body Awareness
Improving body awareness not only makes you a better athlete, but it’s also a physical skill that can help you in your daily life. Body awareness is a skill that you may not even know is a weakness until you begin to improve it. Developing body awareness gives you more control over where your body is in space. The trick is knowing how to improve it. Jiu-Jitsu training helps you develop this skill, along with balance and coordination.
2. Stress Management
Consistent physical activity of any kind is a great way to reduce stress. But when your activity of choice is Jiu-Jitsu, it comes with some added benefits. Once you step foot on the mat, your attention shifts to what you are doing. Whatever happened before class or whatever you need to deal with afterward doesn’t matter. The only thing you need to pay attention to is practicing techniques and escaping from your partner. This focused attention makes you more mindful and in the moment, which reduces stress.
3. Problem Solving Skills
Jiu-Jitsu is not just a physical pursuit. Many have compared the mental side of Jiu-Jitsu to the strategy needed to play a game of chess. You have to assess a situation as it’s presented, as well as respond as the situation changes. The problem-solving skills you learn by doing Jiu-Jitsu transfer into other areas of your life, as well. Plus, you get a satisfying sense of accomplishment when you’re able to solve a problem, both in Jiu-Jitsu as well as in your everyday life.
4. Sense of Community
Jiu-Jitsu isn’t some kind of elite club where only certain members are welcome. Instead, all are welcome to experience all that Jiu-Jitsu has to offer. In this community, you’ll find a like-minded group of people who are pursuing goals similar to yours. This group is also supportive, positive, and respectful – qualities that have a significant impact on your experiences on and off the mat.
To learn more about the programs that we’re currently offering at Classic Fight Team in Fountain Valley, contact us today.
