Reviving the Prophetic Tradition of Grappling

Iqra BJJ is a not-for-profit organisation, led by a team of volunteers, who have a passion for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) and their community. Together, they deliver high-quality, low-cost BJJ classes. So, what is BJJ?

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling based martial art developed by the Gracie family in the early 20th century in Brazil. BJJ combines elements from traditional Japanese Jiu Jitsu, used by Samurais on the battlefield, and Kodokan Judo. The art emphasises using leverage and technique, as opposed to strength and athleticism, to overcome larger opponents by taking the fight to the ground and using pins, holds and submissions to secure victory. In modern times, BJJ has shown itself to be a highly effective fighting and self-defence system, having been tested in real world situations and in Mixed Martial Arts events such as the UFC.