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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu O’Fallon, MO. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu starts and ends at Gracie Barra O’Fallon. Gracie Barra is the leading Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu organization in the world, with over 900 schools spread across the globe and 400 in North America. We teach principles, philosophies, and fundamentals of the world’s best martial arts in our convenient and accessible gym near you.
Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes are designed to be inclusive, engaging, fun, and to help you grow as an individual and martial artist. Are you ready to challenge yourself like you never have before? Are you ready for the best full-body workout around? If so, call Gracie Barra O’Fallon as soon as possible at 636-544-3655 or contact us online.
At Gracie Barra O’Fallon, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is more than simply a sport or form of martial arts – it’s a lifestyle that will alter your entire outlook. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is ideal for beginners, a great workout – burning up to 1,000 calories per hour – and often thought of as the de facto martial art for self-defense.
Does Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie Barra O’Fallon Really Provide a Complete Workout?
A good workout should be so much more than building or toning muscle. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training at Gracie Barra O’Fallon is the perfect alternative to a gym workout, developing knowledge, confidence, and discipline. We instill the philosophy – the “way of life” – of our namesake Carlos Gracie in our students. It prepares them for life, showing them paths to a healthier lifestyle and the most effective use of physical, mental, and spiritual strength.
In addition to the mental benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, people enjoy being able to work multiple areas of the body at once. When you train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie Barra O’Fallon, every day is leg day… and arm day… and core day. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu requires the use of basically every muscle in your body, as you go through a wide range of movement. You will:
Find out more about the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle at Gracie Barra O’Fallon. Give us a call at 636-544-3655 or contact us online.
What Are the Benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie Barra O’Fallon?
While most physical improvements are obvious, it’s often the results you can’t see that make the most significant change in your life. Some of the advantages of training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie Barra O’Fallon include:
Self-Defense
According to a 2020 report by Statista, there were more than 921,000 reported cases of aggravated assault in the U.S., and Missouri had 542.7 reported cases of aggravated assault per 100,000 residents in 2020. Do you know how to defend yourself if you’re attacked or feel threatened? Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie Barra O’Fallon teaches you how to sharpen your self-defense skills so that you can stay safe and feel confident in your ability to protect yourself. One of the best things about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is that it doesn’t rely on kicking, punching, or lunging the way many other forms of martial arts do. Instead of learning how to strike down a larger, stronger attacker, training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu will teach you how to close the distance and control them. This is especially beneficial for women students. Research from the University of Oregon showed that women who complete a self-defense course are at least 50-60 percent less likely to be attacked.
The self-defense strategies taught in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu are so effective that many police officers and departments use them as training tools. Call Gracie Barra O’Fallon at 636-544-3655 or contact us for more information.
Improved Overall Health
Many people turn to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie Barra O’Fallon as a form of physical fitness. You want to look better, fit into smaller clothes, or just get ripped – all of which are great goals. But many people overlook the overall health benefits of the art, including:
- Improved heart health
- Improved sleep
- Increased endorphin production
- Reduced risk of diabetes
- Lower cholesterol levels
- Improved respiratory system functioning
Weight Loss
If you are looking to shed some extra body fat and lose weight, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes at Gracie Barra O’Fallon are a great start. In addition to the calorie burning from the constant drilling and repetitive practice, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers a precise, technical aspect to mastering moves. It’s almost choreographic. Students get into a flow, a routine of techniques, transitions, and submissions, fine-tuning themselves into fighters.
Boosted Strength
You will quickly become stronger physically and mentally, when you make Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu part of your life at Gracie Barra O’Fallon. Building muscle is part of the process, especially when you train regularly. Much of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training involves grappling, which works all your muscles. Not only will you build strength through training, you will also notice a significant improvement in your muscle tone. Our students also see immediate improvements to their flexibility. This helps give them more freedom to move their muscles in ways they were never able to before they started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training.
Increased Focus
Many students walk into the O’Fallon gym after a bad day at work or school. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu acts as a great stress reliever, bringing you an inner peace that focuses on the bigger picture. Our mental state profoundly impacts our choices, behaviors, habits, and quality of life. Physical activity triggers your body to release endorphins, reducing the risks of premature death, as well as norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin and mitigates the negative effects of stress on the body.
Train in the Best Gym For Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Gracie Barra O’Fallon
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie Barra O’Fallon will change your life for the better. Forever. Our classes are great ways to improve your mind, body, and spirit. Our knowledgeable instructors provide a welcoming environment, one that promotes development and camaraderie. We do not allow intimidation, bullying, or hostility.
Give us a call today at 636-544-3655 or contact us online to begin your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey and join the Gracie Barra O’Fallon family.