Helio Gracie once said every child should learn how to swim, ride, and fight. And while this entire notion may seem antiquated in our modern society, the progenitor of Brazilian jiu-jitsu was completely right. Combat training should be deemed absolutely essential for every single able-bodied person — though not solely for the reason many assume. Whether you’re looking to train for the purposes of self-defence, for the purposes of a healthier lifestyle, or to simply develop a resilient…

