A sport created to improve and increase the physical mobility, strength, and safety of the practitioner. Jiu Jitsu originating in Japan, and strengthened in Brazil, was created to assist an individual to maintain a dominant position ensuring safety in the circumstance of danger. This evolving sport was designed for the student to rely on skill and technique rather than strength to subdue and control their opponent. These techniques are extremely important during a physical attack and can be the difference of saving your life and the life of your loved ones. Through the years Jiu Jitsu has evolved to encompass more of a sport dynamic and competition style techniques. It has created a major group in youth and adult sport competition.  The benefits of Jiu Jitsu go well beyond self-defense and can be transpired into all aspects of life. Increasing physical fitness, improving mental health, and strengthening self-confidence are only a few of the proven benefits from Jiu Jitsu.