Jiu-Jitsu summer camp attracts over 120 young enthusiasts in its first week

The jiu-jitsu summer camp, organised by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF) in collaboration with International Vision Investments (IVI), has proven to be a preferred destination for game enthusiasts with more than 120 young jiu-jitsu admirers participating in the first week.

The six-week sessions will go on until Aug.26 and are open to youngsters aged 6-16.

Since the camp started on July 18, as many as 75 jiu-jitsu fans have enrolled for the camp at Jiu-Jitsu Arena, while Al Bahia and Mirdif camps attracted 31 and 24 people, respectively. The summer camp is being held in the Jiu-Jitsu Arena and select few UAEJJ Fitness facilities in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

"Youngsters who are genuinely interested in the sport have the perfect opportunity to make the most of their summer break courtesy of the summer camp. The campers were able to sharpen their jiu-jitsu skills and increase their performance because of the range of sports and physical activities, which were exceptionally well arranged," said Mohamed Abdan, who has his four children attending the summer camp.

"Such camps are very helpful for those who want to pursue a professional career in jiu-jitsu as they will enable them to master new skills through comprehensive training programmes that are designed in accordance with the highest standard," he said, adding, "It's fantastic to see young Emirati winners taking home medal after medal in international championships. Hope the ongoing summer camp produces more future champions."

The summer camp offers separate beginner and advanced level classes, which are scheduled in four daily classes from 9 am to 2 pm, Monday through Friday. One of the camp's most notable features is the option for participants to sign up for one week, two weeks, or its whole stay, which is six weeks, according to their convenience.

WAM