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MMA is forever stuck with the stigma of an ultra violent blood sport. But a closer look shows it may be the safest overall combat sport, and even one of the safer contact sports to play professionally. Hear us out.

Your first BJJ class can be the one that hooks you early, or the one that runs you off forever. Part of this is the school and your instructors. But there's some simple things you can do to make your first class go as smooth as possible. Here's our pro tips.