Eindhoven, August 24 2012
The third edition of the Brazilian jiu-jitsu Ladies Summercamp Holland is about to start. Over 50 ladies registered for a weekend full of BJJ, grappling and fun. Ladies from Norway to Spain, Germany to Austria, and from the UK to the Netherlands. All sharing the same passion: Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
Why I think women should practise BJJ or grappling? Being a female, and being generally smaller and less strong than most guys, we get knocked down more easily. Considering that a large percent of altercations end up on the ground, it is important for us ladies to know what to do in that situation. So from a self-defense perspective it's valuable that we are able to think clearly and defend ourselves on the ground. Furthermore BJJ shows that you don't have to be the biggest or strongest to be successful. Practising BJJ makes you feel empowered and confident, in any situation. And it's so much fun!
So, photographers Phillipp Schmidt and Kevin Kwee, both BJJ practitioners, took pictures during this awesome weekend. Please take a look:
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| First class on Saturday |
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| Mixed class, ladies and Gracie Barra NL |
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| Gi's |
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| Warming up @ grappling |
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| Headinstructor Yasmin during grappling |
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| Helping Brechje with a choke |
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| Instructions after take-down |
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| Grappling take-downs |
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| Ezi-kiel choke with gi |
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| All smiles :-) |
If you are interested in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, take a look at www.brasateam.nl and join us! :-)
Saraï
