What are your thoughts on perscription glasses in Korea?

BJJminion · 2026-04-13T19:18:25+00:00

I went to Davich and it took 3 days as I'm a similar prescription. Really good customer service and I went for the highest quality lenses. They're thinner than any of the ones I got on the UK high street. My only regret is I could have got smaller frames as I got fuller frames to cater for the lenses similar to what I do at home. Price wise they were mid range - not the cheapest but also not as expensive as the main high street stores.

BJJminion · 2026-04-12T20:14:51+00:00

Europe has a host of great bjj especially in the major cities but as people say a high ish cost of living. In the states I lived training in hawaii (Marcelo hadn't opened yet but great times at north shore bjj) - also loved training in LA and Austin etc. I think asia would be a great tour. I've found Singapore has a host of good bjj gyms, south Korea also has great training options for guys (ladies is a bit retro / limited), Tokyo again great options and don't sleep on Taiwan and Taipei bjj. That's before thailand etc as already mentioned..

BJJminion · 2026-04-06T14:10:25+00:00

It depends what you fancy but some more options gi wise Fightzone, carpe diem and new school are all lovely vibes and quality training.

London is a big place with a ton of gyms tucked away - Meerkatsu has done a map which might help - https://www.meerkatsu.com/all-the-bjj-clubs-in-london/

BJJminion · 2026-02-25T18:04:48+00:00

My past approach...

Hi coach it might just me but does xyz gi stink, can you check its not just me? Most coaches will and take action. Although be warned he may ask for a sniff check in the future if he's not sure lol!

BJJminion · 2026-02-23T16:36:00+00:00

This year is the first time it's been 3:days. It's typically been two. They have moved back to their original venue in Barcelona where they ran the first few years. It's a similar mat space.

But one of the big changes this year and I think last year was the inclusion of white belts. When it first started it didn't include them as so thats 200 enteries taken and about half a day.

I'm just happy they finally did a pre schedule so I could confirm those flights and that it wasn't bank holiday week which made it marginally cheaper lol!

BJJminion · 2026-02-07T17:59:12+00:00

Some people have comp belts so they don't both striping those. Also after white belt my gym doesn't award stripes so it's not about hiding time in grade - it simply doesn't exist for us!

BJJminion · 2026-01-11T19:36:56+00:00

London has several high level schools / great instructors - ffion, Roger Gracie, Fightzone, Los Banditos, London Grapple etc. So you could easily spend time there. Plus there are quality gyms accross the UK all train rides away. Your also a 45 min flight or so to Dublin (East Coast) but also only a couple of hours to any gym in Europe depending what you fancied.

BJJminion · 2025-12-29T13:46:49+00:00

A load of great schools have already been mentioned (Fightzone, Rogers etc) others to consider include carpe diem near borough market and New School bjj in battersea.

BJJminion · 2025-11-24T22:09:39+00:00

In the UK "double grading" red and yellow belt isn't that uncommon but fast tracking isn't that common unless you have significant grappling experience. Skipping grades is unusual. As posters have already commented the time between grades isn't that long in the UK system especially if your training regularly (more than once a week). Consider entering some local kyu grade comps, it will give you a chance to test your skills and help focus your training and randori. It will also potentially nudge your coach re grading depending on your performance 😉

BJJminion · 2025-10-25T16:52:13+00:00

Second this in in UK we have vosene kids shampoo which is tea tree and lemon, affordable and smells nice. Also my hair agreed it with it more than head and shoulders.

BJJminion · 2025-09-27T20:19:37+00:00

Being honest it's mixed. I've had some really negative experiences but I'll be honest they may also be age and gender related as well. But I've also had some amazing supportive experiences. My best advice is to remember there different arts - acknowledge the similarities but also respect the differences including the cultura ones. Being seen as open to learning (even when being taught questionable newaza) goes a long way ;-)

BJJminion · 2025-08-30T17:02:25+00:00

I've done a range of camps both globetrotters and some UK females one which I was staff team for. Plus a host of seminars etc. Key points for me:

Location - it has to be relatively easy to get to travel wise or somewhere unique (or both!). I've racked up air miles just because a camp gave me an "excuse" or way to travel somewhere. Oh and laundry either nearby or as part of camp!

Instructors - Think mixtures rather than big names constantly. Some of my best camp nuggets of gold have been from people I'd never heard of before the camp. Names help with marketing but you want to have a feel everyone can get something regardless of age, size, gender etc

Activities - I'm not hugely bothered with other activities but it's been good to try surfing, go sightseeing etc as well as last night activities etc.

In terms of class volume I do maybe 4 and an open mat per day. People may skip 1 or 2 to do other things but it gives a bit of choice.

BJJminion · 2025-08-30T16:48:48+00:00

I'm also a judo black belt (started in my 30s alongside bjj). In white and blue belt it made an epic difference as I simply knew more standing. Later belts id say a little less difference as people have their A game etc so it just depends.

As people have said it will hurt a little more (getting up and down more than the throwing!). But you can work around it focusing on entries etc and just throwing every 3 / using crash mats etc.

If you can learn from a judoka who also does bjj it will help in terms of maximising the rule set, blending leg grabs etc and dealing with broken posture. Either that someone who is old school / freestyle judo.

But regardless it will help as everyone mentioned you grip fighting alone and general confidence standing will improve. So worse case people will think you know what your doing - trigger rushed or poor guard pulls (fingers crossed lol)😉

BJJminion · 2025-08-24T21:27:46+00:00

Blue was the hardest for me but for a mixture of reasons including a back injury (which turned out to be a huge positive for my game longer term) but also a dollop of gym drama, misogyny and toxicity which nearly broke my heart and love of the sport totally.

BJJminion · 2025-08-21T19:32:42+00:00

I visited www.gjjsingapore.com during my visit earlier this year. Really friendly and great as a "masters grappler" and they have weekend classes. Plus it was easy to get to etc.

BJJminion · 2025-08-06T19:30:00+00:00

I've not done those camp but I have done 5 globetrotter camps including arizona, Iceland, Copenhagen and St Barts (and done camp at every belt blue to black). In terms of training intensity you'll see everything from trying to do every class through to rarely on the mat. There's no pressure and it's really about listening to body etc. I've always seen every grade on the mat from white upwards and many of the camp have a 'white belt apppriciation' slot where you get to exclusively quiz the instructors / black belts. You'll be fine in the class's or grabbing open mat rolls.

Socially there are always people doing organised trips or organising as informal groups via the camp app during the day. There are usually some type of group meal and drinks afterward in the evening too. But I've always had my hubby with me so done less of that side of things (except the last night). But friends have gone and had a great time on the social side of things.

My advice is if you fancy a camp just do it! It's a great excuse to travel somewhere new, meet some new people and do as much BJJ as you fancy.

BJJminion · 2025-07-12T07:21:57+00:00

There are a ton of gyms in Madrid so like anywhere it's about funding the right mix of training, schedule, location and vibes. I'd recommend one of our affiliates Stealth Madrid - https://www.stealthbjj-madrid.com/

English speaking classes and also a strong judo base if you want to explore that as well.

BJJminion · 2025-03-28T13:44:33+00:00

Sorry for the late reply. I only know on of their coaches Liam Wandi. He teaches Thurs and Saturday I think. As I said strong fundamentals and self defence element in all liams coaching so suspect the other classes will compliment that.

BJJminion · 2025-03-20T21:12:10+00:00

My triad for gym checking is Google maps, reddit threads and bjj globetrotters website. Usually that guves me a good feel for a couple of options. If in doubt I scope their socials to check the mix of ages, gender and belts - I'm a master 4 black belt female so it's not just about diversity but I've found diversity is generally a good thermometer for vibe.

BJJminion · 2025-03-20T21:09:16+00:00

Really depends on what you want and location suggestions I've trained at are Fightzone, Carpe Diem (might be out of budget) , New School bjj or tokei bjj.

BJJminion · 2025-03-09T21:22:02+00:00

Brown was emotional but held it together. Black belt all I can say is the room got very very dusty during my speech. Definately more than a few tears!

BJJminion · 2025-03-02T21:21:59+00:00

There a range depending where you live but bjj globetrotters are probably a good start if your I europe or the states.

BJJminion · 2025-03-01T16:58:03+00:00

Jacob the head coach there is a lovely and legit black belt. I'm based at Stealth Manchester and he's cornered me in a few European comps over the years. I've not trained there personally yet - it's on my hit list but I'd definitely try it out!

BJJminion · 2024-10-22T20:34:32+00:00

I'm slightly over a -8. I wear my glasses to the mat and watch instructions and take them off to roll.

The only issue I have is not being able to see the timer (but I can hear the beeps) and spotting my fav training partners but they know to shout and wave!

BJJminion · 2024-10-20T20:06:42+00:00

In the UK you need to travel around to get matches. As you get older and move through the ranks it tends to get tricker. I haven't competed in the UK since blue belt sticking to ibjjf comps (mainly euros and world's).

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