Way of Yawara

柔 · yawara

Disclaimer

The short version: I am a white belt writing a journal. Nothing on this site is instruction or advice. Train under a qualified coach, ask a doctor before starting any physical activity, and tap early.

Not instruction, not advice

Way of Yawara is the personal journal of a beginner learning Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Everything published here describes one student's experience and understanding at the time of writing, which is frequently incomplete and sometimes simply wrong. Nothing on this site constitutes professional instruction, coaching, medical advice, health advice, nutrition advice, legal advice, or any other professional guidance, and nothing here creates a coach–student, professional, or advisory relationship of any kind.

Martial arts carry inherent risk

Brazilian jiu-jitsu and all grappling arts involve inherent and serious risks, including, without limitation, sprains, fractures, joint damage, choking, unconsciousness, paralysis, and death. Do not attempt anything described on this site. Techniques must be learned in person, under the supervision of a qualified instructor, with appropriate safety measures. Consult a physician before beginning jiu-jitsu or any physical activity. By using this site you acknowledge these risks and agree that your training decisions are yours alone.

Accuracy

Content reflects a beginner's understanding and is provided "as is," without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose. Terminology, descriptions of techniques, and historical or cultural notes may contain errors.

Where a post contains affiliate links or sponsored content, it is marked as such on that post. Purchases made through affiliate links may earn this site a commission at no additional cost to you. Opinions remain the author's own.

Who operates this site

This site is owned and operated by 941 Apps, LLC, a California limited liability company. See the Terms of Use for the agreement that governs your use of this site.

If any translated version of this page differs from the English version, the English version controls.