Angela R. Taylor
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Hey community I’m Angela R. Taylor With a deep passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, I coach students of all levels, focusing on technique, discipline, and personal growth.
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Is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Safe for Kids? What Parents Must Know. AI-Generated.
When I first watched my eight-year-old niece step onto the mats for her very first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class, I’ll be honest- I had mixed feelings. She looked so small in that oversized gi, surrounded by kids hip-escaping and bear-crawling across the floor like they’d been doing it since birth. Part of me was proud, the other part wondered, Is this really safe for her?
By Angela R. Taylor7 months ago in FYI
Top 10 Benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for All Ages. AI-Generated.
The first time I walked into a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy, I felt like an impostor. Everyone else seemed to know what they were doing- drilling takedowns, chatting in a language filled with words like “guard,” “sweep,” and “submission.” I was just hoping I wouldn’t fall on my face or get too winded five minutes into warm-ups.
By Angela R. Taylor7 months ago in FYI
The Long-Term Benefits of Starting Jiu Jitsu at a Young Age. AI-Generated.
When I look back at the moment my seven-year-old nephew tied his white belt for the first time, I didn’t expect much. Honestly, I thought it would be a short-lived hobby- one of those things kids try, then move on from a few weeks later. But three years in, he still shows up to class, rain or shine, with that same wide-eyed excitement. His confidence has soared. He handles conflict better. And maybe most impressive of all? He gets up after every fall, every loss, with a grin and a, “Let’s go again.”
By Angela R. Taylor7 months ago in FYI
10 Unexpected Benefits of Jiu Jitsu for Kids (That Go Beyond Self-Defense). AI-Generated.
I remember the first time I watched my niece step onto a Jiu Jitsu mat. She was seven, wearing a crisp white gi that practically swallowed her. Her nervous energy filled the room as she looked around, unsure if she belonged. By the end of the class, she was rolling with another child, giggling as they learned to “shrimp” and “bridge.”
By Angela R. Taylor7 months ago in FYI
What You Need for Your First Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training. AI-Generated.
I remember my first day stepping onto a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu mat like it was yesterday. I was nervous- really nervous. I showed up with a borrowed gi, zero clue how to tie my belt, and a stomach full of butterflies. Everyone else seemed to move with confidence and ease while I stood there wondering if I’d made a huge mistake.
By Angela R. Taylor7 months ago in FYI
Best Age to Start Kids Jiu Jitsu Training in 2025. AI-Generated.
I remember watching my six-year-old nephew on his first day of Jiu Jitsu. He stood there in an oversized gi, one pant leg dragging on the floor, unsure whether to smile or panic. The instructor knelt beside him, gave him a fist bump, and gently introduced him to the warm-up drill. Thirty minutes later, he was rolling around, laughing with new friends, completely unaware he had just taken his first step into something that would shape his confidence for life.
By Angela R. Taylor7 months ago in FYI
10 Life-Changing Benefits of Jiu Jitsu You Won’t Learn in the Gym. AI-Generated.
It started the way it does for most people. I walked into my first Jiu Jitsu class thinking it was just another workout. You know, break a sweat, learn some cool moves, maybe even lose a few pounds. But I was wrong. What I didn’t expect was how deeply it would change the way I view myself, others, and even life.
By Angela R. Taylor7 months ago in FYI
How Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Transforms Your Body and Mind. AI-Generated.
The first time I stepped onto a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu mat, I felt like I didn’t belong. Everyone moved with quiet confidence. I didn’t know how to tie my belt properly, and my nerves were louder than the coach’s voice. Within ten minutes, I was flat on my back, gasping for air, wondering how this sport could change my life.
By Angela R. Taylor7 months ago in FYI
The Mental Benefits of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu No One Talks About. AI-Generated.
A few years ago, I walked into my first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) class thinking I’d found a new way to get in shape. I’d heard it was great for self-defense, that it torched calories, and that it was kind of like “chess with your body.” What I didn’t expect was how much it would change my mind, literally.
By Angela R. Taylor7 months ago in FYI
Why More Women Are Choosing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Self-Defense. AI-Generated.
It started with curiosity. A friend invited me to a women’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class—just to try it. I was nervous, unsure of what to expect. I wasn’t athletic, didn’t know the first thing about grappling, and honestly, the idea of physical contact with strangers made me want to run the other way.
By Angela R. Taylor7 months ago in FYI
Top 10 Mental and Physical Benefits of Jiu Jitsu for Beginners. AI-Generated.
Let me be honest with you. The first time I stepped into a Jiu Jitsu class, I felt completely out of place. There I was, standing barefoot on unfamiliar mats, watching people twice my size move with surprising gentleness and control. And there I stood, heart pounding, wondering what I had just signed up for.
By Angela R. Taylor7 months ago in FYI
