Home » I want to learn Jiu Jitsu

Find a session

Once you have selected your club the next thing to do is work out which session(s) to go to.

Beginner Sessions

Some clubs have sessions specifically for new starters - often termed beginners or novices.  These may be held weekly monthly or quarterly.  University clubs often limit beginners to starting in the first few weeks of an academic term.

York Town Jitsu Club accepts beginners at every session (with very occasional exceptions should a special session be running in place of a regular session), and the University of York Jitsu Club accepts students in a similar style though the last week of term is probably not the best time to sign up.

Get there early

Before heading along to a class check the club's web site (again if your from York well done ... you're doing that rigt now) or call up a club's organiser.  Check the times and make sure you arrive at least ten minutes early.  There's always paperwork to fill out before trying out martial arts and you don't want to miss the start of the class for the sake of filling out a few (important) pieces of paper.

Remember to check fees before you go

Many clubs offer beginner bargains such as a block of sessions at a discounted price or even a free first session:

For both of these club's you can either e-mail ahead to ask any questions or let people know you'll be turning up, or you can simply turn up and ask someone where you sign up.

Watch a class

Most clubs should allow you to watch a class if you ask (beware the ones who won't), but in all honesty the best way to find out what a class is like is to give it a go.

Watching your child's class

If you are taking a child to a class some clubs may not allow parents in the class whilst it is taking place as some children can find it distracting.  If the class includes adults then consider having a go yourself.

York Town Jitsu Club does allow parents to stay and watch classes.  this then allows the child and parent the option to have the parent leave if they do find it distracting.  Several parents also train with their children at the club.

 

The next thing to do before you start your journey into Jiu Jitsu is to make sure that you're wearing the right clothes....