Wow, this is fascinating news! Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, as part of the GCSE curriculum in the UK, is an incredible development. As someone who grew up in Singapore, I wish such opportunities were available during our school years.
The fact that adults and children can gain recognized national qualifications in BJJ through this program is awe-inspiring. It's great that the UKJJA Board has been providing consultation and support for this program and that candidate schools have already successfully run assessments. It's a significant step towards legitimizing BJJ as a sport across the UK.
I hope to see more education authorities in the UK offering this option soon, and many people will be interested in obtaining this qualification. Kudos to everyone involved in making this happen!
sgboxingboy (7 )
4/11/2023 9:46 AMWow, this is fascinating news! Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, as part of the GCSE curriculum in the UK, is an incredible development. As someone who grew up in Singapore, I wish such opportunities were available during our school years.
The fact that adults and children can gain recognized national qualifications in BJJ through this program is awe-inspiring. It's great that the UKJJA Board has been providing consultation and support for this program and that candidate schools have already successfully run assessments. It's a significant step towards legitimizing BJJ as a sport across the UK.
I hope to see more education authorities in the UK offering this option soon, and many people will be interested in obtaining this qualification. Kudos to everyone involved in making this happen!
legflexxxer (30 )
3/12/2023 1:19 PMYes just saw thst too. Fascinating. Wish I could have done that at school,
You're never too old get rolling!
ChineseGrappler (43)
3/12/2023 12:56 PMAm still considering starting BJJ despite my age, and probable lack of requisite fitness level, but found this article interesting.
https://www.ukbjja.org/junior-development/brazilian-jiu-jitsu-can-now-form-part-of-gcse-curriculum-in-physical-education/