Tribe Verified

Mastering Classic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the Gi

byThe Combat LabIn-person classes at Vasant Kunj studioStarts from600 per dayView full gallery

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the gi is about leverage, control, and grinding out the details. Whether you are a total beginner learning your first grip or an athlete sharpening your game, our sessions are where you put in the real work.

"My opponent is my teacher, my ego is my Enemy." A group shot after a tough Gi session, where everyone learned something new.

The crew after our year-end open mat. It's great to see everyone in their gis, celebrating promotions and a year of hard work.

A belt promotion ceremony. Here, a student is awarded a new belt, recognizing the time and effort she's put in on the mats.

Congratulations to our newly promoted purple belts. Belts don't matter, but we always celebrate the hard work and dedication they represent.

The attitude you need to succeed. A newly promoted blue belt celebrating her achievement after the open mat.

Our kids' Jiu-Jitsu class in action. Learning to grip fight and control an opponent in the gi is a valuable skill for children.

Coach Ashwin Hoon teaching a Gi class. Here he demonstrates a pressure pass from inside the guard.

A close-up of a back-take demonstration in the Gi. Securing the back is one of the most dominant positions in Jiu-Jitsu.

There is no substitute for time spent on the mats. A typical Gi class scene, with students drilling techniques under a coach's supervision.

About In the Gi: Classic BJJ

Expect more than just a workout. We drill the fundamentals—grips, posture, and positional control—until they become instinct. You are not just learning moves; you are learning to apply them against live resistance, which means you will be rolling with everyone from day one, regardless of your belt or experience.

Similar work from other experts

Browse through Curated picks from other experts on mytribe