It makes sense that a bastion of self-defense expands to include even more technique on how to kick butt responsibly. After all, when you've reached a certain level of expertise, no matter the discipline, it makes perfect sense to give it back.

In addition to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu now offers Thai Boxing, a martial art with origins in the ancient battlefield tactics of the Siamese Army.

What else is going on at Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Mike Swain, vet of 4 Olympics and the first American male to win the judo world championship to speak at Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu's 13th Avenue location on Friday, August 26th from 7pm-10pm.

Please call the BBJJ Myrtle Avenue location for additional informaton about martial arts classes, which now include Thai Boxing and/or to find out how to sign up for the Mike Swain seminar.

BBJJ can be reached at 718.403.0067.

photo credit, Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (of staff members)