BJJ Training - No Gi
BJJ Training – No Gi
No-Gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Miami Lakes
The No-Gi game has exploded over the recent years, involving the leg attack game and innovative systems which have evolved very quickly to become the dominant controls and submissions in the sport.
What is no-gi Jiu jitsu?
Training No-Gi is a popular method of training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with controls very similar to those of wrestling. Because No-Gi does not use the kimono for grips and controls, it is inherently more “reality based” for self defense.
No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu tournaments
The Professors at Rilion Gracie Jiu-Jitsu of Miami Lakes are active Competitors in the IBJJF No-Gi tournaments. Professor Wilson Sgai, who heads the No-Gi program, has competed in the Major NoGi tournaments in the world, he is a 2x World medalist, 4x Pan American Champion, and 2x medalist in the American Nationals.
No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Training
No-Gi Training is offered Monday through Friday at Rilion Gracie Jiu-Jitsu of Miami Lakes and is also available during the Saturday Open Mat session. Please see our schedule for class and training times.
Class Schedule
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Tuesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Popularity
The No-Gi game has been very popular over the past decade and has come to rival the more traditional Gi format in competition. The ADCC Grappling Tournament held every 2 years draws the world's top competitors. Even at the highest level, such as ADCC, one sees athletes who have specialized at No-Gi since the beginning of their training as well as those who have transitioned over to No-Gi after making a run through the Gi Competition circuit.No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Benefits
No-Gi Training has some unique benefits in comparison to Gi Training as it adds certain elements to the Jiu-Jitsu experience.- Without the friction of the Gi, there is more emphasis on grappling controls.
- Generally, No-Gi Movement is more Fluid compared to Gi training.
- Immediate advantage for those with a wrestling background.
- Submissions are more reality based, as there is no reliance on the Gi for attack.
- NoGi knowledge translates back to Gi training.
