USA JuJitsu® (USAJ) is an all encompassing martial art.  USAJ combines the kicks and strikes of Thai boxing; the takedowns and throws of Judo/Yudo and Wrestling; the submissions and ground fighting techniques of Jujitsu, Sambo and Submission wrestling.   At USAJ our goal is to make complete fighters who feel as comfortable on their feet as they do on the ground.  At USAJ our motto is “Training for Reality”.  The only reality of a street fight is that anything can happen.  If you are a great stand-up fighter and a wrestler takes you down you are helpless if you do not know how to defend.  The same is true if you are a great wrestler and you encounter a good stand-up fighter who knows how to defend takedowns.  Reality-based fighting events such as the Ultimate Fighting Championships and PRIDE have demonstrated that “complete” fighters who are comfortable both on their feet and on the ground are the best fighters. USAJ takes a no nonsense approach to training.  If a technique is not effective it is eliminated.  USAJ is a technical system that stresses proper technique whether standing or on the ground.  At USAJ we recognize that no two people are exactly the same so we encourage people to find their own style of stand-up.  But at the same time there are certain principles of proper form that must be emphasized when training stand-up fighting.  If a fighter has proper form, speed and power will follow.  Improper or sloppy form in training will lead to improper form in a fight.  In a street fight the difference between a properly executed throw or kick could mean the difference between life and death.  So with all standup techniques (executing throws, strikes, kicks, and takedowns or defending any of the preceding techniques) the emphasis is on proper form.  Remember practice does not make perfect, Perfect Practice makes Perfect. On the ground our philosophy is “position before submission”.  The rationale behind this philosophy is that proper position will give you options and limit the options of your opponent.  Proper positioning will reduce any strength or athletic ability advantages your opponent may have over you or increase any advantages you have over them. USAJ offers a laid back (but respectful) atmosphere unlike the more formal environment that most traditional martial artists are accustomed to at traditional schools.  The laid back atmosphere leads a more cooperative atmosphere of training and learning. USAJ encourages everyone to participate in some form of physical activity.  Although we would love to have everyone train with us, we realize this is not possible.  Therefore we encourage some form of regular physical activity (martial arts, weight lifting, jogging, etc.).  Any form of regular physical activity increases your chances of surviving a physical altercation, if you are unfortunate enough to become involved in one. Anyone interested in learning more about USA JuJitsu® whether for self-defense or competition should contact Dennis Wheeler at USA JuJitsu®  (USAJ) headquarters.  USA JuJitsu®  P.O. Box 40 Oxford, Fl. 34484.

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