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DEMIAN MAIA BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU

Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is a grappling martial art which is considered to be one of the most effective self-defense systems in the world.  It consists of realistic evasion strategies, take-downs, restraint techniques, and escapes.  The words “Jiu-Jitsu” translate to “Gentle-Arts" - emphasizing the use of strategy, technique and leverage to overcome an opponent.  Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is also a great fitness program improving the student’s strength, cardio, flexibility, co-ordination, relaxation and confidence.

ZenQuest is an affiliate under Demian Maia.  Professor Maia is considered one of the best Jiu-jitsu practitioners in the world with several championship titles and an incredibly successful use of Jiu-jitsu in Mixed Martial Arts.
ZenQuest holds classes for both “Gi” and “No-Gi” Brazilian Jiu-jitsu.  Classes typically begin with warm up exercises and practicing basic movements. From there students learn throws and take-downs, positioning, restraints, submissions, and escapes.  At the end of the class more experienced students perform freestyle drills and grappling.

At more advanced levels, this takes on the characteristics of a chess match with each participant playing several moves ahead of the game. Newer students are introduced to this gradually.  ZenQuest also trains individuals who wish to compete in Jiu-jitsu or Mixed Martial Arts competition and private training is also available. For information on students under 13 visit our Youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu page.

Instructors Mark and Connie Flynn have actively studied Brazilian Jiu-jitsu since 1998.  In that time they’ve trained with some of the most notable figures in the art including Demian Maia, Comprido Mederos, Rodrigo Gracie, Rorion Gracie, Rolker Gracie, Royler Gracie, Royce Gracie, Robb Kahn, and Evaldo Lima. 

BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU CLASS SCHEDULE 

MONDAY - 6:45PM - 7:45 PM (No-Gi)
TUESDAY - 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
WEDNESDAY - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM and 6:45PM - 7:45 PM 
THURSDAY - 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM 
FRIDAY - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM  (No-Gi) & 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
SATURDAY - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A complete version of our current class schedule can be seen HERE
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ZENQUEST MARTIAL ARTS CENTER
55 PITTSFIELD-LENOX ROAD LENOX, MA 01240 | (413) 637 0656 | TRAIN@ZENQUESTMAC.COM
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