Jiu Jitsu provides a place of fellowship that, unfortunately, our society has largely failed to create.

Chris Matakas
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Jiu Jitsu provides a place of fellowship that, unfortunately, our society has largely failed to create. Jiu jitsu is not just for competition. It is a science that is designed to increase your awareness of yourself and the world around you. As you learn more about yourself, you become more aware of others.

Source: My Mastery: Continued Education Through Jiu Jitsu

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