UKBJJA NEWS
All the latest news about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in the UK! Be sure to bookmark this page. Scroll down for press releases and news and events from our blog.
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...