Resilience. Control. Confidence.
Martial arts and self defense at Sha'ar Ha-negev
Brazilian jiu-jitsu | MMA | Wrestling | Muay thai
OTEF JIU-JITSU & MMA
Do you live in the south, in the Gaza Envelope, or in the Sderot / Netivot area and have always wanted to learn martial arts or self-defense? This is your opportunity!
JIU-JITSU OTEF & MMA in Sha’ar HaNegev offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and MMA training for all levels. Our style is suitable both for self-defense and for BJJ or MMA competition. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training includes techniques such as takedowns, arm and leg locks, sweeps, submissions, chokes, and more. At JIU-JITSU OTEF & MMA, we offer training for youth and adults, from beginners to advanced practitioners.
OTEF JIU-JITSU & MMA is located at the Sha’ar HaNegev Sports Center, near the Sapir College campus and close to the cities of Sderot and Netivot – an accessible, central location for all residents of the Gaza Envelope.
About the coach
Natan - BJJ black belt and physiotherapist
The training sessions are led by instructor **Nathan Zchut**, a certified martial arts instructor and physiotherapist. Nathan has over 10 years of experience in martial arts and combat sports, including international competitive experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (black belt), wrestling, Muay Thai, and MMA.
He combines professional knowledge from the field of physiotherapy with practical experience in martial arts, with the goal of creating high-quality, safe training sessions tailored to each trainee.
Nathan coaches both group and private training sessions in the Sha’ar HaNegev and Sderot area.
Classes
We offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for youth and adults, as well as MMA training for youth. You can find us at the Sha’ar HaNegev Youth & Sports Center, near Sapir College and Sderot.
Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art that focuses on ground fighting. Its goal is to control an opponent through technique and leverage, using body manipulation and chokes. In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes, students learn how to use technique, timing, and body leverage to overcome a stronger or larger opponent. BJJ also incorporates techniques from wrestling and judo to perform takedowns and gain control. Thanks to its technical effectiveness, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has become one of the most popular and influential martial arts in the world.
Mixed martial arts (MMA)
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a modern combat sport that combines elements of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, judo, kickboxing, and boxing. The sport includes both standing and ground fighting, with an emphasis on adaptability to changing situations. In our MMA classes, students learn a variety of techniques for offense and defense, while improving physical fitness, coordination, and self-confidence. MMA is considered one of the most challenging and exciting combat sports and is ideal for anyone looking to develop broad skills in martial arts or self-defense. Our MMA training is suitable for beginners.
Martial arts for kids
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA classes for youth are suitable for 7th grade and up. These sports develop self-defense skills, resilience, values, and movement abilities, along with physical fitness.
The training takes place at the Sha’ar HaNegev Sports Center, near Sderot, and is led by a professional coach – a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with extensive teaching and competition experience.
Private classes
Looking for a personal trainer in the Sderot area? Want to progress faster and tailor your training exactly to your needs? At OTEF JIU-JITSU, you can book private (1-on-1) sessions with an experienced coach who will guide you closely and adapt the training to your level, goals, and schedule. Whether you want to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or MMA, or improve your movement skills – working with a personal trainer allows you to do so in a professional and highly effective way.
Self-defense
Want to learn how to defend yourself? You’ve come to the right place. With us, you’ll find self-defense classes suitable for everyone – beginners and women alike. We offer a focused 8-session course every Wednesday that gives you all the essential basics of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for self-defense. We also offer MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) training, which is perfect for beginners taking their first step. Both disciplines are proven sports that provide real tools for self-defense and personal confidence.
Interested in a private self-defense workshop for your organization or business? We offer customized workshops tailored to your needs. Get in touch with us for more details!
Schedule
Our training sessions take place in southern Israel, at the Sha’ar HaNegev Youth & Sports Center in the Gaza Envelope – near Sapir College and Sderot!
Contact
The club is located at the Sha’ar HaNegev Youth & Sports Center – near Sderot and Sapir College. Want to get in touch with us? Send us a message using one of the options below.
- 053-961-9798
- otefjj
- natan@otefjj.co.il
- Sha’ar HaNegev Youth & Sports Center, near Sderot
The location is Sha’ar HaNegev Sports Center (the yellow building), floor -1. How to get to the hall: At the roundabout before entering Kibbutz Gevim (do not enter the kibbutz gate), turn left, then turn left again and continue straight until you see the hall.
