About Us
Vasi Fușle Academy
After 30 years of experience and dedication, we are proud to introduce Vasi Fușle Academy in Docklands, London. Our family’s passion for Judo began in 1974 with my father, a respected Romanian Judoka and coach. In 1985, he opened our first academy, Judo Club Fușle Security, in Satu Mare City, Romania. Since then, he has opened two additional clubs with over 300 members, managed by head coach Halas Marian.
Following in my father’s footsteps, I created Vasi Fușle Academy in 2021 to continue our family tradition and spread the benefits of Judo. With over 17 years of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, I wanted to develop our martial arts further, so we incorporated both disciplines into our training.
Judo - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu= MORE THAN SPORT! WAY OF LIFE!
KIDS CLASS
Physical Fitness
Judo promotes physical fitness by improving strength, flexibility, agility, and balance. It provides a full-body workout that helps kids stay active and healthy.
Self-Discipline
Judo teaches kids self-discipline and self-control. They learn to respect rules and authority figures, which can have a positive impact on their behavior both on and off the mat.
Coordination
Judo helps children develop coordination and spatial awareness. The techniques involve precise movements and positioning, which can improve a child's overall motor skills.
Confidence
As children progress in Judo, they gain confidence in their abilities. They learn to set goals, work hard to achieve them, and overcome challenges, which boosts their self-esteem.
Respect for Others
Judo places a strong emphasis on respect for opponents and training partners. Kids learn to value the well-being and safety of others, fostering a sense of empathy and respect.
Conflict Resolution
Judo teaches kids how to resolve conflicts peacefully and without resorting to violence. They learn how to control and redirect their opponent's energy rather than using force.
Safety Skills
Judo teaches children how to fall safely (breakfalling), which can be valuable in preventing injuries not only during Judo practice but also in everyday situations.
Social Skills
Judo is a social activity that allows kids to interact with peers and build friendships. They learn teamwork, cooperation, and communication skills.
Judo
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)
Here is a short history of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu:
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art and combat sport that evolved from Judo and Japanese Jiu-Jitsu
Japanese Roots: The origins of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can be traced back to Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, which included techniques for both standing and ground combat. Japanese Jiu-Jitsu was introduced to Brazil in the early 20th century by Japanese immigrants.
Mitsuyo Maeda: Mitsuyo Maeda, a Japanese Judo and Jiu-Jitsu expert, arrived in Brazil in 1914. He began teaching Judo and Jiu-Jitsu to a young Carlos Gracie and his brothers in Rio de Janeiro. The Gracie family is often credited with the development and popularization of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)
Here is a short history of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu:
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art and combat sport that evolved from Judo and Japanese Jiu-Jitsu
Japanese Roots: The origins of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can be traced back to Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, which included techniques for both standing and ground combat. Japanese Jiu-Jitsu was introduced to Brazil in the early 20th century by Japanese immigrants.
Mitsuyo Maeda: Mitsuyo Maeda, a Japanese Judo and Jiu-Jitsu expert, arrived in Brazil in 1914. He began teaching Judo and Jiu-Jitsu to a young Carlos Gracie and his brothers in Rio de Janeiro. The Gracie family is often credited with the development and popularization of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Development by the Gracie Family: Carlos Gracie, along with his brothers Helio, George, and Oswaldo, refined and adapted the techniques they learned from Maeda to suit their smaller stature and focus on ground fighting. Helio Gracie, in particular, played a crucial role in developing the style known for its emphasis on leverage and technique over strength. The Birth of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu: The Gracie family established a fighting academy in Rio de Janeiro in the 1920s, where they taught their modified version of Jiu-Jitsu, known as “Gracie Jiu-Jitsu” or “Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.” They began to challenge practitioners of other martial arts to no-holds-barred fights to prove the effectiveness of their techniques.
The Gracie Challenge: The Gracie Challenge matches, which often took place in circus-like events, helped showcase the dominance of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Fighters from various backgrounds, including boxing, wrestling, and other martial arts, faced Gracie family members and were often defeated by BJJ practitioners using submission techniques. Growth and Evolution: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu continued to evolve, with various Gracie family members and other BJJ practitioners contributing to its development. The sport gained recognition as an effective martial art and self-defense system.
Spread Worldwide: In the 1980s and 1990s, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu began to spread beyond Brazil. Royce Gracie’s success in the early Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) events brought BJJ to a global audience and demonstrated its effectiveness in mixed martial arts (MMA) competition. International Organizations: Various international BJJ organizations and federations, such as the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF), were established to promote and standardize the sport. BJJ competitions and championships became common worldwide.
Modern BJJ: Today, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is practiced by millions of people around the world. It has developed into a sport with its own set of rules and weight classes, as well as a belt ranking system (white, blue, purple, brown, black, and higher degrees of black belt) that symbolizes a practitioner’s level of proficiency. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is renowned for its focus on ground fighting, submissions, and positional control. It has had a significant influence on the world of martial arts, especially in the context of MMA, and is known for its emphasis on technique, strategy, and adaptability.
