discover. Develop. Defend.

Jiu-Jitsu allows a smaller person to effectively defeat a larger and stronger opponent by using leverage, positioning, and timing rather than aggression and brute strength.

At iQ, we practice Gracie Jiu-Jitsu as a complete system of self defense, addressing each of the 5 Pillars of the Art.

 

5 Pillars of jiu-jitsu

1. Standing Self-Defense 

Be prepared for any attack and get fit by learning to defend:

  • Common strikes

  • Grabs

  • Headlocks

  • Bear hugs

  • Wall pins

  • Gun, knife, and other weapon attacks

2. Striking

Understand how to use a variety of strikes in a strategic and defensive capacity, cultivating a deep awareness of punch protection.

  • Defensive striking

  • Countering strikes

  • Footwork

  • Hand and foot strikes

  • Elbow and knee strikes

  • Distance management

  • Timing and weight distribution

 

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3. Takedowns and Clinchwork

Effectively and safely manage and close the distance between yourself and the attacker, and bring the fight to the ground using simple takedowns.

  • Clinch control

  • Close range strike defense

  • Foot sweeps

  • Takedowns from grabs, headlocks, and strikes

  • Distance management and footwork

  • Timing and weight distribution

 

4. Grappling

Learn the 6 basic ground-fighting positions and their variations, and become adept at advancing, controlling, submitting, and countering from each of them. The student will come to understand:

  • The positional hierarchy

  • Ground strikes and strike defenses

  • Escapes, counters, and reversals

  • Control, and maintenance of positions

  • Submissions and counters

 

5. Philosophy & Mindset

Integrate the lessons learned on the mat into a balanced approach for the management of conflict in all areas of life.

  • 11 principles for harmonizing life

  • 7 virtues of a warrior

  • 5 elements of a healthy lifestyle

  • 3 states of a warrior's mindset