Grappling has become more popular in recent years because of the important of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in mixed martial arts
. As a result, more people are now practicing these arts than ever before, as they have learned that they are an excellent mode of self-defense. In many cases, grappling can be used as a stalling tactic, which can prevent an attacker from doing any damage to you, while waiting for help to arrive. Whether you are looking for get involved in competitive grappling or simply want to learn some self-defense techniques, there is likely a gym in your area that will help you out.