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Van Isle Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

@vanislebjj

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🏆| Victoria's Premier BJJ Academy
🗓️| 43 Classes Weekly | Gi + Nogi
🌱| Beginners + Womens programs
🥋| BJJ & Modern JJ
📲| Free trial > DM us!

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The thing about Jiu Jitsu is that nobody expects you to be ready. You just start.

At Van Isle, our adult program runs more classes than anywhere else in Victoria, across every level. Whether you've trained for years or you've spent years thinking about starting, there's a class that fits your schedule and your pace.

Here's what most people notice after a few weeks:
— They sleep better
— They feel calmer under pressure
— They're more confident in their own body
— And they've found a group of people they actually like training with

This isn't a regular gym. You'll learn real skills, solve real problems, and push yourself in ways that feel genuinely satisfying.

🎯 Complete beginners welcome — always
📍 More classes than anywhere in Victoria
🌲 Cedar sauna + spa showers to recover right
🌐 vibjj.com — your first 2 classes are free

#VanIsleJiuJitsu #AdultBJJ #BJJVictoria #BeginnerBJJ #JiuJitsuBC #BrazilianJiuJitsu #FitnessVictoria #VancouverIsland #BJJLife #TryBJJ #MartialArtsVictoria #BJJCommunity #SelfDefence #FitnessMotivation #VictoriaBC

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Welcome to Canada's premier Jiu Jitsu Academy - where the pursuit of excellence meets the art of community.

This isn't just a gym; it's a place to forge lasting friendships, push your limits, and evolve into the best version of yourself.

Come train with us and experience the difference.

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The Women's JiuJitsu classes at Van Isle Brazilian JiuJitsu are about so much more than learning techniques. They're about building a solid foundation, growing your confidence, and surrounding yourself with women who genuinely support one another every step of the way.
Expect plenty of smiles, encouragement, laughter, and hard work in a space that is free of judgment and full of respect. Whether you're stepping onto the mats for the very first time or looking to continue your journey, you'll find responsible leadership, a welcoming community, and teammates who want to see you succeed. 🥋🙏🏼
Come as you are. Leave stronger than when you arrived.

📍 Van Isle Brazilian JiuJitsu @vanislebjj
🗓 Tuesdays & Thursdays
🕡 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM

We can't wait to welcome you to the team. 🤍

#vanislebjj #womenempoweringwomen
#selfdefense #JiuJitsu #victoriabc

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Team Van Isle Brazilian JiuJitsu is on fire in preparation for The Fury Fight Night Grappling Series Team Championship! 🏆🔥

Four teams. One championship! ⚔️ @furyfightevents

Come support your teammates, your gym, and the growing grappling community. Let's pack the house and make some noise! 🤼‍♂️⭐️

📍 The Met – 932 Balmoral Rd, Victoria BC.
🗓 Friday, June 5

@vanislebjj/@jean.marc.degroot/@matthewgroot
@maxtemmel
@j_minnick
@jeff_duf
@bomaariyo

#vancouverisland #BJJ #SubmissionGrappling #NoGi #VictoriaBC

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What if one hour a week gave your kid more confidence, focus, and resilience than anything else they do?

Kids aren't just learning to grapple. They're learning to stay calm under pressure. To get up when something's hard. To respect the person across from them, and to earn respect themselves.

It's a workout, a mental challenge, and a community all in one.

✅ Ages 5–13
✅ All levels — absolute beginners welcome
✅ Anti-bullying built into every class
✅ One of the biggest kids' BJJ programs on the island

The mats are open. Your kid's first 2 classes are free.

📍 Victoria, BC — near Esquimalt High School
🌐 vibjj.com — link in bio

#VanIsleJiuJitsu #KidsBJJ #BJJKids #KidsMartialArts #BJJVictoria #VancouverIsland #ConfidentKids #KidsFitness #AntiBullying #MartialArtsForKids #BJJFamily #KidsActivities #VictoriaBC #JiuJitsuKids #RaiseThemStrong

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No better place to be than at Jiu Jitsu!

Join us for an activity thats more than just a sport; its a community, a martial art and a lifestyle

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Lost by points in gi, came back with a sub in no-gi. 👊

Short delay before the match—time to reflect and make the adjustment.

Grappling Industries Vancouver 2026 @grapplingindustries

#bjj #jiujitsu

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Quality Jiu Jitsu everyday!

Never tried jiu jitsu before? No worries, our beginners program has you covered!

First class is free!

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🥇🥇 Double Gold
Beginner & Intermediate
ADCC Calgary Open 2026 @adcccanada
#bjj #jiujitsu #bjjkids

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ADCC Calgary 2026 Youth 40kg Intermediate Finals #submissiongrappling #adcc thanks @marko.youngson and @gatoassustado for cornering 👊🥷 Congrats @nikolozgogolauribjj & @allangbcalgary on the gold medal 🥇@adcccanada

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Here’s a replay of the @chek_aroundtown Big League Treatment that @yyjord put together. Jordan did a wonderful job of showcasing some of the elements that make jiujitsu and Van Isle BJJ so great - thank you jordan. The team really showed up for this, thank you too! Jamie and Mable are our heroes too and we think Max is brave and strong (almost as much as coach Kev).

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