About
Photo credit: Sanet van Rooyen
The Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood was developed with the following tenets in mind:
Community
Although competition is a healthy and important aspect of the martial arts, it can create a sentiment of ‘my team versus your team’. The Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood is a movement designed to foster unity within the community of jiu jitsu practitioners and martial artists.
Self-Reflexivity
During his journey, the martial artist must face all aspects of himself. Our Logo is designed to express this, which is why we chose the image of a serpent devouring its own tail, the ouroboros. It represents self-reflexivity and the constant process of renewal, two things which are inextricably entwined with the practise of jiu jitsu.
Open-Mindedness
The Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood also represents a holistic approach to the study of the art. By remaining mentally flexible and having the courage to try different approaches, we constantly improve and refine our training methods.
