TEACHING BEYOND TECHNIQUE: THE EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS OF BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU IN BUILDING EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS

Аннотация

The article examines the role of Brazilian jiu-jitsu in the development of emotional intelligence and leadership qualities. The impact of regular training on self-awareness, emotion management, and interpersonal skills is assessed. The main purpose of the work is to study the contribution of Brazilian jiu-jitsu to the formation of leadership qualities such as responsibility, confidence, and the ability to make decisions in stressful situations. The methodology of the work is based on qualitative approaches: observations, interviews with practicing athletes, and analysis of theoretical models of emotional intelligence. These methods allow us to establish the influence of martial arts on personal development. Scientific articles published by the author in the public domain, as well as materials that are on the Internet, were used as sources, which made it possible to comprehensively consider the topic. The results confirm that Brazilian jiu-jitsu classes contribute to strengthening emotional stability, developing communication skills, and developing decision-making strategies in conditions of uncertainty. Training has an impact on controlling reactions in difficult situations, which affects the ability to interact in a team and solve problems. The article will be useful for teachers, coaches, psychologists, and researchers studying the impact of sports on the development of emotional and social skills. The conclusion emphasizes the role of Brazilian jiu-jitsu as a tool for the formation of leadership qualities and the development of emotional intelligence. The contribution to science is to highlight in the work the features inherent in jiu-jitsu in the field of intelligence and leadership development. The reviewed scientific papers confirm that regular practice helps to understand your feelings, manage emotional states, and analyze the experiences of other people. Participants learn to keep cool in stressful situations, cope with internal feelings, and build trusting relationships. The training process develops leadership qualities. Working with mentors strengthens confidence, builds responsibility, and improves decision-making skills. Team training creates the conditions for practicing interaction skills, which are important for the successful completion of collective tasks.