Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art that is considered the most effective and complete art of self-defense. It is predominantly a ground fighting art where the strategy is to avoid punches and kicks while attempting to clinch the opponent and take them to the ground where their striking strategies are weakened and you are able to apply jiu-jitsu techniques to submit the opponent. The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques are based on leverage, making it possible for the practitioner to beat stronger and heavier opponents. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an art where you can apply its submission techniques whether you are on the top or bottom of your opponent. Today it has gained widespread popularity throughout the world and it is one of the leading martial arts of self defense.
At the Silva Academy we believe that embracing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu will lead you to also embrace the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle which far extends the world of competition. It is a way of life that incorporates the art of self defense to promote individual growth of the body, mind and soul. In turn, this art gives much back as it encourages changes in the everyday lifestyle that profoundly impact one’s life. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can empower you with the knowledge that you can defend yourself, it can fill your life with friendships and memories and it can also create a new professional path where doors are open throughout the world as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is truly an international sport where black belts are highly desired and respected as instructors or professional fighters.
Our programs are designed with the assumption that each student’s goal is to attain a black belt and we strive to provide the student with a natural progression of knowledge that will take them for the introductory, basic techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the highly technical knowledge of the black belt. At Aloisio Silva BJJ we strive to help you make the most of your training by providing a variety of programs and class settings so that together we can create the perfect learning environment for you.
Fundamentals
The Fundamentals Program is an introductory class designed to teach the basic self-defense techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and will also introduce you to the techniques of sport jiu-jitsu. It will be comprised of beginning White Belts. In this program you will learn the techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that are most easily applied to real life-threatening situations first and foremost. This will be accompanied by an orientation class that will review the terminology and technical knowledge necessary for succeeding in the Fundamentals Programs.
Pre-Requisite:
Orientation session
Uniform:
· Silva Official Gi (kimono) or Break Point Gi (kimono) – Gi top/pants must be the same color
· Silva T-Shirt or Rash Guard
Intermediate
The Intermediate Program is designed to take you to the next level of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and will be comprised of White & Blue Belts. In this program you will have the option to participate in both gi and no-gi classes building on the basic knowledge and techniques acquired in the Fundamentals Program to begin teaching you the higher level techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This program will focus on detail, rapid transitions and refinement of the techniques which will take your jiu-jitsu to the next level. In this program your knowledge of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu will be at the competitive level.
Pre-Requisite Course
2 months minimum participation in the Fundamentals Program
Gi Class Uniform
· Silva Official Gi (kimono) or Break Point Gi (kimono) – Gi top/pants must be the same color
No-Gi Class Uniform
· Silva T-Shirt, Silva Rash Guard or Breakpoint Rash Guard
· Silva MMA Shorts or Breakpoint Shorts
Mixed and Advanced
The Mixed and Advanced Program is designed to take you the final level of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a Silva Black Belt, and will be comprised of Purple, Brown and Black Belts. It is in this program that you will be introduced to the highest techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Gi & No-Gi, MMA/Advanced Self-Defense and our Instructors Program. In this program we will provide you with tools so that we can encourage and support you in creating a jiu-jitsu that is unique to you.
Pre-Requisite Course
12 months minimum participation in the Intermediate Program if you are part of the Silva Competition Team
24 months minimum participation in the Intermediate Program if you are not part of the Silva Competition Team
Gi Class Uniform
· Silva Official Gi (kimono) or Break Point Gi (kimono) – Gi top/pants must be the same color
No-Gi Class Uniform
· Silva T-Shirt, Silva Rash Guard or Breakpoint Rash Guard
· Silva MMA Shorts or Breakpoint Shorts
Advanced/MMA Self Defense Uniform
· Silva T-Shirt, Silva Rash Guard or Breakpoint Rash Guard
· Silva MMA Shorts or Breakpoint Shorts
· Silva Official MMA Gloves or Breakpoint MMA Gloves
· Mouthpiece
Silva Competition Team
The Silva Competition Team offers additional/optional classes for those who want to compete and is designed to help you build important competition skills such as:
· Mental preparation such as the right mind-set, time management and competitive focus
· Physical preparation and conditioning
· Competitive techniques, drills and sparring
Open Class Program
Some Silva Academies or Associates may provide Open Class Programs in which all of the above noted programs are combined. Please check locations and schedules for programs offered at a location near you.