Notes from the Mat

Set your budget and we’ll show you Jiu-Jitsu gear they’ll use all year, from stocking stuffers under $25 to kimonos at $150 and up.

Walking into a first Jiu-Jitsu class takes courage. Their school covers the first kimono, so here’s what keeps them coming back: a second kimono, no-gi gear, and a bag to...

When one person in the family starts training, everyone gets pulled in. Here are gifts for the kids, the partner who trains, and the fans in the stands.

He trains after work, makes it to open mat on the weekend, and never misses his kid’s tournament. Here’s the gear he won’t buy for himself: a new kimono, no-gi...

Some moms are on the mat three nights a week. Some never miss a class from the lobby bench. Here are gifts for both: women’s kimonos, ranked rashguards, cozy layers...

Their school covered the first kimono. Here’s what comes next: a second kimono for laundry days, ranked rashguards in their belt color, cozy layers for off the mat, and stocking...

Your training partner helps you get better every class. Your Professor shows up for every one. Say thanks with gear they’ll actually use.

Second-degree black belt at Gracie Barra HQ on growth, the Red Shield, and why the Ripstop is the gi he teaches in every day.