Brazilian Jiu jitsu is a powerful tool in helping children build confidence and self-defense skills, which are key in preventing bullying.
By practicing jiu jitsu, kids learn how to protect themselves without having to resort to violence. The discipline teaches them to neutralize a threat calmly and effectively, often through non-aggressive techniques that rely on leverage rather than strength.
This gives children the ability to stand up for themselves without feeling the need to escalate a conflict, reinforcing the idea that self-control is often the best form of defense.
Here are the 3 main reasons why BJJ is so effective in training children to avoid being bullied or to stop a bullying interaction
- Boosting Self Esteem: Training helps kids feel strong and capable, reducing the chances of being targeted.
- Promotes Problem Solving: Jiu Jitsu teaches children to stay calm under pressure, thinking critically and finding solutions. Numerous times, confident conversations will avoid physical altercation.
- Builds Confidence & Self Defense: Jiu Jitsu teaches kids to defend themselves without violence, using techniques, based on leverage and control, giving confidence to STAND UP to bullies.
At GBTO we teach our kids to be strong, resilient and bullyproof.