UKBJJA Board & Council Elections 2021 – Call for nominations
Could you lead the UKBJJA as it moves into the next stage of growth? We are holding elections for the Board of Directors and the UKBJJA Council. Positions that are up for election include: For the Board of Directors: Chairman Secretary Treasurer Regional Director –...
NOTICE OF AN ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE UKBJJA
Time: 14:00 - 16:00 Date: 23 October 2021 This will be a virtual meeting held on Zoom Free to attend for all UKBJJA members AGENDA: Previous AGM minutes Chairman’s Update CEO’s Update ELECTION TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION TO UKBJJA COUNCIL Other business TBA For any...
Statement regarding Miad Najafi – 30th August 2021
In light of the recent misinformation being disseminated via social media, and with the express consent of Mr Najafi, the UKBJJA makes the following statement. In March 2021, the UKBJJA received a complaint about Mr Najafi, in relation to allegations of serious...
RETURNING TO THE MATS – Stage 4 easing of restrictions in England
Today we attended a very positive meeting with the Sport England Return to Play team. Following the meeting (and subject to confirmation by DCMS later this week), we are very pleased to announce that all current restrictions on BJJ (and sports in general) will be...
RETURNING TO THE MATS – Stage 4 easing of restrictions in England
Today we attended a very positive meeting with the Sport England Return to Play team. Following the meeting (and subject to confirmation by DCMS later this week), we are very pleased to announce that all current restrictions on BJJ (and sports in general) will be...
CORONAVIRUS COVID-19 OFFICIAL GUIDANCE SUMMARY
UPDATED 26 DECEMBER 2021 This page lists the most recent guidelines for practising BJJ in the UK. Please check back regularly. Clubs and gyms affected by coronavirus restrictions should check whether they can claim any support funding - we have produced a guide to...
UKBJJA publishes study into effects of Covid-19 restrictions on the BJJ community
On 18 January 2021, the United Kingdom Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Association published results of a study into the effects of Covid-19 restrictions on BJJ athletes. Authored by UKBJJA Chairman Richard Martin, the study is the culmination of an extensive community survey...
Covid-19 Financial and Business Support
compiled by Lesley Harrisonupdated 19 January 2021 Financial and Business Support During Covid-19 Gym owners and self-employed instructors may be eligible for some support from the government as we head into another national lockdown. Support is limited and there are...
UKBJJA elects new Welsh Director
The United Kingdom Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Association elected a new Regional Director, Wales at an EGM held on Zoom on Sunday 17 January 2021. Following a tally of all eligible votes submitted electronically and additional votes registered via a show of hands at the EGM,...
Welsh Director Election January 2021
UPDATE 9 January 2021: BALLOTS HAVE BEEN SENT OUT - If you think you are eligible to vote and have not received yours, please contact ceo @ ukbjja.org We are holding elections for the vacant position of Regional Director, Wales - to be voted on at a virtual EGM...