What is BJJ

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an excellent form of martial arts, a competitive sport, and a method for promoting physical fitness. We believe it is also a way of life to build character (perseverance, respect, self confidence, and discipline).

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu focuses on grappling with particular emphasis on ground fighting. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was developed from Kodokan judo ground fighting (newaza) fundamentals that were taught by a number of Japanese individuals including Takeo Yano and Mitsuyo Maeda. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu eventually came to be its own defined combat sport through the innovations, practices, and adaptation of judo.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s origins is founded on the concept that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger, opponent by using proper technique and leverage. Sparring (commonly referred to as “rolling”) and live drilling play an important role in training and the practitioner’s development.

Locations

Instructions are held at our academies in:

Campbell
2360 South Bascom Ave, Ste E.
Campbell, CA 95008
batatabjj.billing@gmail.com or (408) 377-8255

Santa Cruz
1703 Mission Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
batatabjj@gmail.com

Please contact us by email or phone for any questions.

Class schedule

Campbell Location
Youth (ages 4+) Tue & Thu 5:00PM to 6:00PM
Adults Gi Mon thru Fri 7:00PM to 8:00PM
Private Lessons By appointment

Santa Cruz Location
Youth (ages 4+) Tue & Thu 5:00PM to 5:45PM
Adults Gi Mon thru Thu 6:30PM to 8:00PM
Adults No Gi Fri 6:30PM to 8:00PM
Private Lessons By appointment