When it comes to birthdays, Christmas or generally special occasions, you may want to do something a bit different when thinking about your fellow rolling partners and giving them special presents. Even if you don’t train BJJ yourself, if you know a loved one who does, you may be confused as to what to buy them. Fear not, here is a list of the best Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gifts that you can give. From novelty mugs to comfy gi’s, we have you covered…just remember to gift wrap the present, instead of your training partner.
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Submission soap
This will go down well with the socially conscious grappler. Vegan-friendly and using minimal packaging, submission soap comes in a variety of scents including charcoal, tea tree and peppermint. The idea behind these bars is to keep your skin healthy from illnesses. As BJJ can be a dirty sport, these soaps are created to keep your skin healthy and ward off the likes of ringworm and other skin problems.
Havaianas sandals
Flip flops are one of the main features of footwear when it comes to any BJJ gym. Often you will see an array next to the mat. In short, it’s part of the culture and is very popular with all grapplers. Comfy and practical, Havaianas are known as one of the top sandal brands. You can even get them in the iconic green and yellow color to pay homage to Brazil.
BJJ Bigfoot notepad
For those who are into novelty and practical items, this may be an idea for you. The BJJ Bigfoot notepad is designed for practitioners to keep notes. This is typically done by BJJ players with a more scientific approach to the art. With a slick design and 150 pages, this book should easily last over a year of training and makes note-keeping a bit more fun and lighthearted.
Penguin Fingers
In BJJ, it’s common to get finger injuries and they are probably the top of the list where aches and pains are concerned. To counter this, you may be interested in Penguin Fingers. These are mini gel/ice packs that are created to fit around your fingers. Not only this, but they can also be used on toes. If ever you get a sprain or mat burn, this could be an option to consider. Reasonably priced, this may be one for the higher belts out there.
Gold BJJ backpack
For those who train and travel, this may be the perfect gift. The Gold BJJ backpack is one of those bulky bags you will see in the changing rooms. Complete with enough space to fit a gi, personal belongings and bottle compartment, it is practical in every sense of the word. Perhaps the main benefit is the gi being in its own section, meaning after training it doesn’t contaminate your other items. If you don’t take our word for it, just read the reviews – it is a fan favorite.
Eat. Sleep. Jiu Jitsu mug
For some reason, most BJJ teachers love mugs. Step into any gym and you will often see them drinking from a mug. With this in mind, if you fancy pleasing your coach then this may be an appropriate gift. Let’s face it, if someone’s job is teaching BJJ, then the chance is they genuinely do eat, sleep and train Jiu Jitsu. This mug serves as a friendly reminder for those who really do live the BJJ lifestyle.
Venum Gi
After training for a few months, the likelihood is that you will need a second gi. This is where the Venum Contender gi comes into play. At a solid price, it has a variety of colors to chose from. Most importantly, the Contender is made by Venum who have been around for years. Having said this, you know the quality of this gi is going to be spot on and last for a few years. As always with Venum products, you can guarantee that it will be comfortable too.
Jiu Jitsu medal hangers
Made with competitors in mind, the idea of the medal hanger is literally as it says…to hang medals from. You may see some people earn hundreds of medals over the year and this gift is perfect for them. At 18″ wide with three hang bars, it is perfect to display your competition achievements. Unlike other medal hangers, it also spells out ‘Jiu Jitsu’ to add more of a personalized touch.
Jiu Jitsu belt key chain
For those that love to show off their BJJ skills to strangers, this may be the one for you. Available in colors from white to black, this is a keyring that shows your rank. It has a small piece of fabric with the black tab and even has the red tab on the black belt. Just in case you forget your rank, this one is for you!
Captain America rashguard
These days, people wear no gi clothing as a form of fancy dress. With this said, you can literally wear the Captain America armor next time you roll. Similar styles include the hulk, ironman and other superheroes. So, why not go for it and unleash your inner child. Not one for introverts, this gift is made with flashy grapplers in mind.
Jiu Jitsu, that’s all that matters hoodie
This one does what it says on the tin. Designed for those who are obsessed with BJJ, this hoodie has them in mind. Manufactured by Gildan, you know the quality is in safe hands too. The Jiu Jitsu hoodie would be best suited for those living in colder environments and is a cool way to express your love for the gentle art.
HyperGo Fitness wipes
Tired of your friend stinking after training? Then get them these. The HyperGo Fitness wipes are biodegradable and natural. Imagine the shower is broken at the gym and you need to get to work. This is where the HyperGo Fitness wipes come into their own and can become a lifesaver. Practical and small, they are made for on-the-go use and will keep you clean and fresh throughout the day. Just be careful, some people may take this gift as a backhanded compliment.
