Socius Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Academy

not sure what to wear to your first BJJ class? the short answer: whatever you wear to the gym.

t-shirt, athletic shorts or leggings with no zippers or pockets. water bottle. flip-flops for the bathroom. trim your nails, leave the jewelry at home. that is it. no gear, no uniform, nothing to buy for your trial.

full checklist:

What to Wear to Your First BJJ Class (and What to Bring) Exactly what to wear and bring to your first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class. No gear required for your trial. A simple Winnipeg beginner's checklist.

the first and most important skill in BJJ isn't a submission, it's the tap.

what tapping is, when to tap, and why 'tap early, tap often' keeps you training safely for life:

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Working some closed guard in yesterday's GI class

is BJJ good for kids? the real benefits parents see: confidence, focus, anti-bullying, fitness, and friendship.

safe, supervised, and no striking. competition is always optional.

read more:

Is BJJ Good for Kids? The Benefits Parents Actually See The real benefits parents see from kids BJJ: confidence, focus, anti-bullying, fitness, and friendship.

is BJJ dangerous? an honest look at injuries, why it's one of the safer combat sports, and how beginners stay safe on the mat.

no striking, and you can stop anytime by tapping.

read it here:

Is BJJ Dangerous? The Honest Truth About Injuries An honest look at BJJ injuries, why it is one of the safer combat sports, and how beginners stay safe on the mat.

nervous about your first BJJ class? here's exactly what happens, what to bring, and why you won't be sparring on day one.

no gear needed, no ego, and you set the pace.

read the full guide:

What to Expect at Your First BJJ Class Nervous about your first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class? Here's exactly what happens, what to wear and bring, and why you won't be sparring on day one.

New to jiu-jitsu?
Start here.

We wrote a no-experience-needed guide to your first class and first 90 days at Socius. Friendly room, real coaching, zero intimidation.

New Student Start Here — Your First 90 Days at Socius BJJ The complete beginner's guide to starting BJJ, step by step, for people with zero experience.

Always told yourself you'd give jiu-jitsu a shot? Make it this summer.

Train as much as you want from now through August 31 — gi and no-gi, all levels, zero ego. Whether you're brand new or getting back on the mats, you'll have a room full of good people and great training partners.

What's included:
✅ Unlimited classes, all summer
✅ Your own Socius gi — yours to keep ($149 value)
✅ One 30-minute private, 1-on-1 with a coach
✅ Full access through August 31

$359 one-time — around $683 in value. Then $89 biweekly, no contract.

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Unit 5 · 1455 Waverley St, Winnipeg