Ever since last year, I’ve been going to BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) classes. We learn values, and an oath we have to recite every time. The oath is below:

I intend to be gentle, respectful, and a good listener. I will always give my best to develop my self-discipline and to have the courage to do what is right and truthful. I am aware that by learning the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu my mind and body are being empowered, but I promise not to be abusive nor offensive to others and always pursue friendship.

Our values are the 6 blades and the 4 points of focus. We also recite these every time, but for the 6 blades, Sensei asks us individually. I was actually the first person to even study the 6 blades! Anyway, here are the blades:

Family, Respect, Loyalty, Discipline, Attitude, and Honour

And here are the four points:

Eyes, Ears, Body, and Mind

If you live in Auckland and are in a 15min driving distance to DS Team – Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, I recommend you going there. There is also a seperate adults class that runs Monday – Saturday. Kids class: Tuesday and Saturday.