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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art and combat sport based on ground fighting and submission holds. It focuses on the skill of controlling a resisting opponent in ways that force them to submit.

BJJ promotes the concept that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger, heavier assailant by using proper technique, leverage, and most notably, taking the fight to the ground, and then applying joint locks and chokeholds to defeat the opponent. It's often called the "gentle art" as it allows practitioners to train at full intensity without causing serious injury.

At Carlson Gracie Westway, we honour this tradition with a focus on self-defense, physical fitness, and building a strong, supportive community.