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A comparison of BJJ, Judo and MMA
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) – Techniques Allowed, Joint locks (armbars, kimuras), Chokes (triangle, rear-naked choke), Sweeps, guard, positional control, No strikes (sport BJJ), Takedowns allowed but limited
Stance & Movement – Upright stance when standing, Most strategy happens on the ground – guard, sweeps, control
Strategy & Objectives – Get positional dominance (mount, back control), Submit the opponent, Points given for sweeps and dominant positions
BJJ Strengths – Best submission system, Best ground control for self-defence, Allows small fighters to win using technique, Highly effective against untrained opponents
BJJ Weaknesses – No striking, Limited takedown skills (compared to wrestling/judo), Some techniques unrealistic in
street fight (sport-specific)
Judo – Techniques Allowed, Throws & trips, hip throws, foot sweeps, Pins, Limited submissions (armbars & chokes), No leg grabs in modern competition, Ground game exists but lighter than BJJ
Stance & Movement – Upright, grip-fighting stance, Movement focuses on timing throws & off-balancing (kuzushi}
Strategy & Objectives –Throw the opponent cleanly (IPPON = instant win), Pins & submissions (less emphasis)
Judo Strengths – Best throws & stand-up grappling, Great use of momentum & leverage, Strong clinch control, Beautiful, fast takedowns
Judo Weaknesses – No striking, Limited ground fighting (in competition), No leg grabs (recent rule changes), Requires a Gi for maximum effectiveness
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Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Techniques Allowed, Striking (punches, kicks, elbows, knees), Wrestling takedowns, BJJ submissions, Judo throws / clinch, Ground-and-pound Most complete ruleset
Stance & Movement – Hybrid stance, Must defend Punches, Kicks, takedowns, clinches, submissions
Strategy & Objectives – Win by: KO/TKO, Submission, Decision, Must blend striking & grappling & control
MMA Strengths – Most complete system, Includes striking & grappling, Realistic for self-defence &
competition, Requires adaptation from all styles
MMA Weaknesses – Not a single art requires years to master, Very demanding physically.
Self Defence effectiveness
Category | BJJ | Judo | MMA |
Striking | ✘ | ✘ | ✔✔✔ |
Takedowns | ✔ | ✔✔ | ✔✔✔ |
Submissions | ✔✔✔ | ✔✔ | ✔✔✔ |
Ground Control | ✔✔✔ | ✔ | ✔✔✔ |
Real Fight Capability | High | High | Very High |
Most Complete | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
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