When you get there on the first day, you'll probably feel a little nervous but there's nothing to worry about. People in the jiu-jitsu community are generally friendly and it'll be a fun, learning experience that you could use later in life. Don't quit until you've given it a shot! The important thing that you have to remember is that everyone gets nervous especially the first few matches you're in. Keep in mind you'll learn all the techniques and have a much better sense of ease next time practice or a tourney comes around.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the perfect sport for anyone who wants to learn self defense and it's also an excellent way to build self-esteem because it teaches you that you're able to stand up to anyone and be successful. No one can bring you down no matter how tough they may look, how tall they are, no one can stop you from becoming the person you want to be!
Figuring out what you should bring for your first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class is fairly easy. All you need to bring is yourself, some water and then be ready to learn! Knowing what to wear on the first day of class might be worrisome for some people unless you've already been given a gi or what is known as a uniform or kimono to wear. If not, throw on a simple T-shirt with some sweat pants or a pair of shorts that'll allow you to move easily. In most classes, you'll be required to purchase the gi yourself but your instructor will give you specific instructions when you arrive on your first day.
Protective gear may also be worn depending on what you feel is necessary such as mouth guards, knee braces or a cup but it's all up to you and what makes you feel comfortable.
Girls, make sure you've got your hair tied back and take any piercings that you have out because that can result in injury if they're yanked on.
Everyone will be lined up probably at the beginning of the class and then you'll start with some light warming up to get your blood pumping. The purpose of warming up for any athletic sport is to reduce any chance of injury and you're able to move more freely when your body is relaxed. The warm-ups will usually include push-ups, running laps and other drills that will be taught to you once you've gotten started. If you're having trouble figuring out how to do a specific drill, your instructor will be there to help you, don't forget that you're there to learn!
After your warm ups are completed, you'll be partnered up with another class member to begin your first lesson and each new class you'll continue to learn something new. It'll get more difficult and it takes time and patience but you'll be able to do it, hang in there!
Hopefully this brief article calmed at least a few of your fears. It really is no big deal. You might be thinking about walking into a gym where there might be mma fighters, or who will watching. Don't worry about it! They aren't watching you, they're probably watching the black belt demolish somebody. Why would they be watching the new white belt almost pass out from exhaustion?
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