Posted: December 21, 2022
Christmas is upon us once again! It’s almost time for Ellis Academy to close our doors and let our teachers and students have a well-deserved break over the festive period. We can’t wait for you to join us again in January!
2022 At Ellis Academy Of Self DefencePosted: December 09, 2022
It’s that time of year again. We’re settling down with our blankets, making a hot chocolate (with extra marshmallows - go on, it’s Christmas) and we’re putting on our favourite Christmas film… or in our case, our favourite martial arts movie!
Why not ditch Elf and Home Alone this year and stick to one of your favourite martial arts films to get yourselves pumped and in the Christmas Spirit? This blog is here to highlight our top martial arts movies to watch this Christmas.
Posted: November 23, 2022
At Ellis Academy of Self Defence, we offer jiu-jitsu classes for all ages. One of our most frequently asked questions is - can older people take jiu-jitsu classes? This blog aims to answer that question and highlight the benefits of training in martial arts for those older adults.
Can Older People Take Jiu-Jitsu Classes?The simple answer is, of course they can!
Posted: November 10, 2022
It’s no secret that as well as lots of physical health benefits, practising martial arts offers an abundance of advantages for mental health. To mark this year’s International Stress Awareness Week, this blog aims to explore how martial arts can relieve stress.
What Is Stress?Stress is a reaction, often to a situation which we feel we can’t control or manage. In small doses stress can act as a form of adrenaline, helping us feel motivated and complete tasks. Although, especially among adults, stress can sometimes become intense or last for a long time, which is when it becomes a concern.
Posted: October 21, 2022
Doing something new for the first time can be quite the daunting experience. Not knowing what to expect or feeling unprepared also doesn’t make us feel any better. So if we go to a class with at least some idea of what to expect, it can bring a lot of ease.
Not every class is going to be the same, though. Whether that’s because of teachers with different styles and methods or the people that are showing up each time.
However, this will be a more general guide just to give you a bit of an idea. Both of what to expect for your first Jiu-Jitsu class and even some preparation advice.