The system developed from a modified version of pre-World War II Judo including some techniques from Japanese Jujutsu (most especially that of the ryu known as Fusen Ryu), which came via those techniques being incorporated into Kodokan Judo, and with a focus on ne-waza (ground technique).
It developed in relative isolation in Brazil, and has now become one of the fastest growing Martial arts in the World.
BJJ promotes the principle that a smaller, weaker person using leverage and proper technique can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant. BJJ can be trained and adapted for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition. Sparring (commonly referred to as 'rolling') and live drilling play a major role in training, and a premium is placed on performance, especially in competition.
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Although there are some devastating submissions in BJJ training is practised with respect for yourself and your team members to ensure a safe and friendly training environment.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a very stimulating and challenging sport mentally as well physically. You can continually learn and improve your techniques and skills.
Who can join at KMA:
You are never too old to start as shown by one of our students who took up BJJ at the age of 42 and has won many medals over the past few years.
We have students as young as 6 and as old as 59.
Our kids class, caters to children as young as 6 in a safe and friendly environment.
The emphasis with the childrens class is that the games and training are specific to the sport. They learn to fall , roll, and generally exercise thier bodies. Lack of Fitness and Obesity in Children is endemic in all countries and can lead to many health related issues later in life.
One of the unique aspects of this sport is that anyone with any body shape can take up BJJ. You will have the opportunity to learn techniques that can be applicable to your size and shape.
The KMA gym is a purpose built as fashioned after gyms in Brazil.
Setting Goals /Training and Competitions
My goal is to see our students enjoy the sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and have the opportunity to fulfill their potential.
This is why in addition to the training we host competitions for the students and the sport in general. We hope that this exposure will introduce Filipinos to this very dynamic sport and give the players a chance to compete with teams from here and abroad.
Competitions hosted : Pan Asian Brazilian Jiu Jitsu International, Pan Asian International Grappling Challenge (May)
Philippine National Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Competition, Philippine National Grappling Championships, ( March)
Philippine Brazilian Jiu Jitsu International Open , Philippine International Grappling Open (December)
All our members are welcome to join with the rest the BJJ community in the competitions.
With annual trips to Brazil to train and study under my coach Fabricio Martins of Equipe Fabricio I hope to be able to pass on whatever knowledge that I have gained from the home of BJJ to my students.
Brazilian Jui Jitsu is not for everyone, you need to have the mental strength to accept losses and continue training, this can be difficult for the ego of many people. The training can be quite tiring for many until your fitness level increases. All said though, BJJ challenges both the mind and the body and is a very enjoyable for all students who have the fortitude to continue.
Grading Syllabus
Syllabus :This system of assessment for all students as they progress through the grades is unique to Kamphuis - Fabricio students. Very few Brazilian Jiu Jitsu schools around the World have a syllabus to asses the knowledge base of their students.
To ensure each student has a sound structure and fundamental knowledge all students must undertake to study and learn the grading syllabus before they can move to the next grade.
Gradings are held two to three times per year. During this time students who have been notified that they will be grading and spend a few dedicated weeks to prepare and review all aspects of the syllabus which is relevant to them.
The syllabus was initially devised by Will - Machado Australia and was further modified and developed by Stephen Kamphuis and Fabricio - Martins (Head Instructor Equipe Fabricio) taking into account new techniques and training methods from Brazil as the sport evolves.
A separate Kids syllabus was also devised in conjunction with well respeacted BJJ practioners Anthony Perosh and Elvis Sinosic from SPMA Australia.
The Childrens syllabus has the same focus to ensure that all the students work towards a sound knowledge of base skills taking into account the age and ability of each of the students. It also covers other aspeacts such as Break falls, special related exercises, some Judo and Boxing techniques.
Belt System Adults:
The first belt is White , followed by Blue , Purple, Brown , Black
There are four stripe levels in each belt, except at the ,Purple belt which has three and the Brown belt level which has two levels, in Kamphuis - Fabricio followed by the coveted Black belt.
Black belt levels are seperated by degree: The first level is Black belt followed by Black belt 1st degree up to 10th degree ( this is only for the founders of the sport)
Grades Kids:
The first belt is Yellow, followed by Orange and Green
We have five levels for each belt
Why a syllabus?
Having a syllabus ensures that there is a uniformity and a set standard of teaching at all schools.
Students can be adequately assessed for new belt levels which ensures students that train under Kamphuis - Fabrcio regardless of the location have a consistency in basic skills and knowledge.This is in addition to competition experience and skill at the club level.
The syllsbus provides an opportunity for students to have a solid background, an understanding of the basic fundamentals and foundation techniques of the sport as they progress through the ranks. From this base students can build up their skill base while ensuring that they understand key elements and techniques of the sport.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Grades are highly regarded and respected within the community of Martial Arts; a real sense of achievement is obtained as student's progress in grades.
It takes commitment and hard work to obtain your grades in BJJ, there are no short cuts.
Are the grades recognized?
All students grades are listed on our website and in the near future the website of Equipe Fabrcio in Brazil our Head school.
Stephen Kamphuis is one of only a few non Brazilian Instructors to be a registered Black belt with the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation in Brazil. He is also authorised under 5th degree Black belt Fabricio Martins to grant new grades to his students on behalf of Equipe Fabricio Brazil.
All students that are graded at our school have their grades recognised by the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation in Brazil and by Fabricio Martins.
In Summary: I like the way many of the students adapt to a more healthy lifestyle once they discover BJJ, as they endeavor to improve thier fitness, skill and technique. Most of all I enjoy seeing the students learn and grow in the sport. BJJ is not only a martial Art it becomes a part of your life style.
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