In 2023, a handful of guys from a local gym started Jesus & Jiu-Jitsu with a simple desire and goal: to build community and fellowship around Jesus and world-class Jiu-Jitsu. In a culture that devalues masculinity yet is desperate for community, they looked around at the men they trained with and saw an opportunity for the Gospel that others were just beginning to see.
They realized the gym is one of the greatest mission fields of our generation, filled with men who might never darken the door of a church, yet are hungry for purpose, brotherhood, discipleship, and truth. What began at a local gym has now grown into an international movement.
Through elite-level free Jiu-Jitsu seminars, discipleship resources, the Jesus & Jiu-Jitsu Podcast, weekly devotionals, gear, and a growing gym network, we are equipping a movement of Missionaries to the Mats, followers of Jesus who represent Him across Jiu-Jitsu communities everywhere.
Our mission starts at the mats, but it doesn’t end there. Our partners help the mission move forward, whether they are like-minded churches, individuals, businesses, or organizations.
We have the vision. We’re witnessing a movement. What we need are more partners to advance the mission. Help us mobilize this growing community of Missionaries to the Mats to reach men with the truth of the Gospel.
For more information about Jesus & Jiu-Jitsu and to learn about partnering with us, visit jesusandjiujitsuusa.com or contact me at sterling@jesusandjiujitsuusa.com.
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