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BJJ gi

Gi is the uniform to be worn while practicing BJJ techniques and participating in tournaments. A heavy cotton jacket and trousers comprise Gi. A belt is worn over the gi. A belt is also used to signify your skill or rank. White, black and blue are the colors permitted for international tournaments. It is mandatory for practitioners to wear a white gi, if they obtain a white belt. It is not advisable to wear any outfits with extra pockets and belt loops, while practicing BJJ techniques. Wearing the uniform can help enhance your safety.

Uniform

One of the purpose's of wearing a gi in Brazilian Jui Jitsu is so that the opponent can grab on to it and create certain techniques. Just like an attacker would hold on to the clothes of his victim or opponent. It is also a symbol of respect to the masters and forms a family feeling. It is protective for the student and the Gi is easy to identify at competitions with the logo and brand of the students school. If everyday clothes are worn they may get ripped by the opponent due to the fabric being thin and delicate. Whereas Gi's are made very strong and not very easy to tear apart. It is unusual for a Gi to tear and rip and will last the student a very long time. It should be carefully washed to remove germs form the opponent as disease could be easily spread.

Benefits of BJJ

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is used as both defensive and offensive tool. It has more advantages over other martial arts. It includes all areas of fighting completely without requiring cross training. Other fighting techniques like karate, boxing and kung fu involve striking someone. They do not provide any solutions for someone who is taken to the ground. Alternatively, BJJ offers solutions to defend against striking attacks.

Jiu Jitsu offers you the best way to dominate a larger, stronger and more aggressive opponent. It allows you to avoid risky situations ad gives you the capability to escape from potential threats. Practicing these techniques regularly can help you improve your muscle endurance. It also gives you all the health benefits of practicing rigorous gym workouts regularly, whilst allowing you to enjoy more fun. It is great stress reliever as well. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Woodlands, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Oakridge North, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Conroe, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Woodloch.