Free self-defence class for women
Brazilian jiu-jitsu is known as a very male-dominated sport
Since reopening under lockdown, the East Rand Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy (East Rand BJJ), Alphen Park, has introduced a self-defence class exclusively for women.
“This might not sound like news, but trust me it is!” said Anine Lombard of the gym.
Brazilian jiu-jitsu is known as a very male-dominated sport, she explained.
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“To put it into perspective, when I started about three years ago I was one of only three women in my gym and the only one to compete regularly,” said Lombard.
“Jiu-jitsu is an amazing tool for self-defence and we teach women there is power in being female.
“We train in self-defence techniques, ranging from learning how to choke someone twice your size to how to get an attacker off of your back.
“With gender-based violence on the rise, self-defence is very much needed in South Africa and this class will show you how practical and life-saving these techniques can be.
“East Rand BJJ has always believed in providing women with a safe and female-friendly environment in which to train.
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“After a recent influx of new female members we decided to start offering a women’s-only class, which is a free beginners class for women who have always wanted to try the sport but are a little shy.
“We are also incredibly proud to have female coaches teaching this weekly class.”
Classes are every Thursday from 6.15pm to 7.15pm and is free to girls and women over 12.
Wear comfortable gym clothes and bring your own bottle of water.
For more on the free class contact Anine on 060 506 4403.
All Covid-19 protocols apply at the gym.
