BJJ vs Muay Thai: Which Is Better for Self-Defense? Anyone researching self-defense options at Libre Jiu Jitsu or a nearby Muay Thai gym eventually runs into this exact comparison, since both disciplines carry strong reputations for practical effectiveness, yet they approach self-defense from fundamentally different angles. Muay Thai builds devastating striking ability using fists, elbows, knees, and shins, while Brazilian Jiu Jitsu builds...