How old do I have to be to train BJJ?
Age doesn't matter to us! Of course, we offer separate training sessions for children so that they can develop with their peers. At the same time, people of all ages train in our adult sessions. For example, our oldest member is 59 years old.
My child is doing badly at school - how can learning martial arts help with grades?
Martial arts training teaches concentration, self-discipline and self-respect. Children who have internalized these lessons take them with them wherever they go - even into the classroom.
What skills will my child learn to do better at school?
Martial arts training teaches focus, discipline, self-control and respect. These qualities help children to move away from petty complaints and learn to pay attention to the things that are most important for their future success.
Can learning throwing and lever techniques really help my child with math and spelling?
Yes, it can. Sometimes children don't do well at school because they lack the discipline and concentration to learn. In our school, they have to concentrate in every lesson. They learn the importance of working towards goals and this can help them in other subjects too.
My child is reluctant to learn something new - what if he or she is also reluctant to learn martial arts?
If your child is reluctant, we will work with them to help them achieve a series of successes that will boost their confidence. Especially in the beginning, it's easy for students to make progress and see the fruits of their labor. Building on these successes can help even the most reluctant students to become enthusiastic about martial arts.
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Will participating in martial arts classes make my growing son/daughter less prone to careless and rash decisions?
We teach young people the value of respect, discipline and judgment, and they learn that rash decisions are often not the right ones.
My teenage son/daughter spends all day playing video games - won't he/she get the idea to attend a fitness class?
That may be true - but martial arts classes are fun and sociable, and kids think it's cool too. We're used to a bit of resistance, but we also know how to get and keep young people interested in what we teach.
I can't believe how bad my child's judgment is. Can learning martial arts make a difference?
Yes. In martial arts classes, young people have to learn and then apply the lessons in our martial arts school in real time to make decisions. It's a skill they will take with them wherever they go.
My child feels like he has a target on his back. How can learning martial arts help with this?
Young people who practise martial arts learn to be strong and confident, which makes it less likely that they will be attacked by bullies. They also learn how to defend themselves if necessary.
My teenager is always starting something and giving it up again. Why should I expect martial arts to be any different?
Teens who want to excel in martial arts need to make a commitment to keep learning. We can't guarantee that your teen will stick with it, but we can tell you that our instructors encourage perseverance and teach teens that they can't achieve their goals if they give up.
My child has no respect for me at all. Can learning martial arts change that?
Yes, respect is a core value in our martial arts school and all students learn to respect their instructors, fellow students and their parents.
How long must/can I train in the units for beginners?
Basically, you can attend the sessions as long and as often as you like. As soon as you have been in training 60 times, you will have the second stripe on your white belt and you can then attend the Intermediate units, which will allow you to delve deeper into BJJ and prepare you for the Advanced units.
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How fit should I be to start?
Your current fitness level is not the deciding factor in whether you should start or not. Rather, BJJ is a tool to improve your current condition. Especially at the beginning, you will very quickly notice an improvement in endurance, strength, flexibility and general body awareness. So you don't have to “prepare” yourself to start with us, but rather see starting with us as the first step towards improving your physical and mental condition.
Do I have to know Jiu-Jitsu or Judo to learn BJJ?
No, you don't have to. There are beginner courses, and many people who learn BJJ have no previous martial arts training.
How am I supposed to keep up with members who have been training for a long time and have a “head start”?
You don't have to. Our timetable is structured so that each performance class has its own session. This allows you to train with other students who have also recently started training. After a short time, you will find that the learning curve is very steep at the beginning and you can make very rapid progress.
Is there a belt system in BJJ?
Yes, students work their way through five belt levels: white, blue, purple, brown and black. Each belt has four stripes to help students monitor their progress - and once you've earned a black belt, you can move on to new levels depending on how long you've been studying BJJ.
What kind of clothing do I wear for training?
At the beginning, it is perfectly sufficient to train in normal sportswear. After a few units, it makes sense to buy a gi for the units. We have special Alliance Team gis from various manufacturers for this purpose. This is ideal so that nothing tears if you pull a little harder on it and at the same time you have a cool team look and a better sense of community, just like a soccer team, for example.
Do I have to spar at the beginning?
No! There is no sparring in our sessions for beginners. Your safety is our top priority, because we want you to be part of our family for as long as possible. Of course, this is only possible if you are fit. That is why you will learn basic techniques at the beginning and improve your motor skills through cooperative drills with your partner so that you are confident enough in situations on the ground and standing. In the intermediate units, you will then be prepared for free sparring through positional sparring in a controlled setting. Basically, nobody is obliged to take part in sparring, but you will probably find out soon enough that you will enjoy it too.
Can BJJ help me to defend myself?
Absolutely. It is one of the most effective self-defense techniques in the world and is often preferred because it teaches students to use their body weight to defeat larger opponents.
Will BJJ lessons help me lose weight?
You can, especially if you combine BJJ classes with a healthy diet and lifestyle. BJJ is a great full-body workout that burns calories, builds muscle and boosts your metabolism.
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