Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is one of the most effective martial arts in the world, focusing on leverage, technique, and strategy to control and submit an opponent—regardless of size or strength. Developed in Brazil and instrumental in the rise of MMA and the UFC, BJJ is a combat-tested system that builds both skill and resilience.
Now, VU University students have the chance to train under Mr. Barea, a second-degree black belt from Brasília, Brazil, certified under Fabiano Valadares (Alliance)—one of the most prestigious teams in the world. With years of experience coaching medal-winning athletes, Mr. Barea brings not just world-class technique but also the deeper philosophy of Jiu-Jitsu: discipline, self-mastery, and the mindset of a warrior.
Why Train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
- Full-Body Development – Build strength, flexibility, endurance, and agility.
- Self-Defense & Strategy – Learn to control and neutralize opponents using technique, not brute force.
- Mental Toughness – Develop resilience, problem-solving skills, and confidence.
- A True Community – Train in a supportive, respectful, and motivating environment.
Whether you’re looking for fitness, self-defense, or a new challenge, BJJ is for everyone. No experience? No problem! Beginners are welcome.
Come train, test yourself, and experience the power of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
- Location: VU Sports Centrum
- Who Can Join:
- VU students & non-VU participants (free with membership).
- Participants who just want to join this class or younger than 16 years pay € 75 for 3 months. Register and pay the subscription at the frontdesk, bring your ID to show that you are younger than 16 years. - Try a class and see why BJJ is called “human chess”!
Join us on the mats—your journey starts now!
The training is every Tuesday and Thursday from: 16:30 until 18:00, starting March 4, 2025.