Finding Your Path: BJJ, Muay Thai, or MMA?
One of the most common questions I hear from new students is: "Should I start with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or MMA? Striking or grappling?"
It's a great question. And the answer isn't what you might expect.
Getting Started – First Steps on the Mat
How to Prepare for Your First BJJ Class and Navigate the Early Days
Introduction: Taking the Leap into BJJ
Starting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is both exciting and nerve-wracking. Walking into a gym for your first class can feel intimidating—like stepping into a world where everyone speaks a different language, and you barely know the alphabet. You might feel anxious about looking clueless or worried that you’re not in good enough shape. These fears are normal. Every single person who trains BJJ started exactly where you are now: as a beginner with no idea what to do.