William Vandry

While many people do take martial arts like Karate and Kung-Fu, there are some martial arts that are designed specifically with self defense in mind. Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art that is becoming increasingly popular thanks to MMA competitions.

What makes Jiu-Jitsu so effective is that it’s both a martial art and a combat sport that helps smaller people successfully defend themselves against bigger, stronger opponents by using leveraging techniques. These leveraging techniques commonly employ joint locks and choke holds and as any observer of mixed martial arts competitions can tell you, these techniques are very effective ways of subduing an opponent.

In order to truly master the Jiu-Jitsu martial art and combat system, one must be sure to learn from a master teacher.

The Vandry BJJ Academy, in Austin, TX, is one of the premiere Jiu-Jitsu training academies in the state. They specialize in training everyone from beginners to expert competitors in the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. If you’re not into learning Jiu-Jitsu, the Vandry BJJ Academy also offers instruction on MMA and Muay Thai training taught by undefeated MMA competitor, Robby Rabadi.

What makes the Vandry BJJ Academy so respected is the quality of the instruction. William Vandry is the head of the academy and is Central Texas’ highest ranked black belt in BJJ. In addition, William is also an accomplished 2nd degree black belt who studied under the legendary Master Carlos Machado.

Jiu-Jitsu is not only a great and effective means of self-defense, it’s also a recognized method for maintaining good physical and mental health.

To learn more about Jiu-Jitsu or any of the other classes offered at Vandry’s Austin Academy, visit their website at www.austinbjj.com.