NO-GI JIU-JITSU
The Most Dedicated No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Curriculum in Greater Boston
The NESF Boston No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu program offers a comprehensive submission grappling skillset, blending effective elements of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Wrestling, and Judo. We teach with an emphasis on technical nuance and individual growth through personalized attention. Our schedule contains classes for every skill level – whether you are an experienced competitor or an absolute beginner, we can help you improve. We utilize detailed instruction, drilling, situational training, and live rolling to guide students safely through the process of building knowledge and skill on the mats. Our curriculum is designed for three major applications: sport Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and self-defense.
No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu for Sport and Competition
The exciting sport of No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu is growing fast, with promotions such as ADCC and IBJJF hosting some of the largest events in submission grappling history in recent years. This popularity has led to significant technical developments and a distinct stylistic shift from the origins of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The modern No-Gi game contains intricate technical sequences and an expanded array of submissions.
The NESF Boston No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu curriculum has everything you need to thrive in a Jiu-Jitsu sport and competition setting. We promote a modern perspective, integrating tried and true foundational techniques with new school styles used by the pros. We embrace the evolution of the sport and strive to constantly update our techniques to reflect those most effective in high level competition. This includes safe and dedicated instruction on leg entanglements and the various leg lock submissions employed at the highest level of Jiu-Jitsu. Whether you enjoy the puzzle of the sport or you’re looking to become a competitor, our curriculum will help you progress.
No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu for MMA
MMA is a thrilling fast-paced sport with tremendous technical depth. Since the early days of Royce Gracie and UFC 1, submission grappling has shown itself to be an effective skill set in the cage. Many champions of both early and modern day MMA have utilized a grappling-heavy style to beat the competition.
The NESF Boston No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu curriculum builds the foundational elements needed to apply grappling in the cage. We teach highly effective takedowns from both Judo and Wrestling, as well as the dominant style of positional control. We promote core defensive concepts to avoid submissions and damage from strikes. Those looking to round out their skill set for MMA should check out our MMA curriculum for more detail.
No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu for Self-Defense
We all try to avoid direct physical conflict, but sometimes we are faced with unavoidably dangerous situations. In these unfortunate circumstances it is important to be prepared with calm and practiced responses to protect yourself and your loved ones. Grappling-based martial arts are uniquely applicable to these situations, promoting control instead of violence as a solution.
The NESF Boston No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu curriculum provides the basic tools you need to apply grappling techniques in a self-defense context. Build confidence as you learn essential skills and improve your bodily control. Learn amongst friends in a supportive and safe environment geared towards growth. Our fundamentals curriculum is perfect for beginners – you do not need to have any martial arts experience or athletic training whatsoever. We will help you kick off your journey and guide you towards a stronger version of yourself. Those interested in focused self-defense training should check out our Self-Defense curriculum for more info.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu sheds the traditional Gi uniform of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This removes many forms of gripping from the game, leading to a faster-paced and more dynamic martial art.
Jiu-Jitsu can provide many techniques to deal with confrontation. If you are interested in delving deeper in self-defense, check out our Self-Defense Curriculum.