Van Isle Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Just thought I would share my family’s experience with Van Isle Jiu Jitsu. I signed my daughter and son up a year ago with the kids program, and it has been such a fantastic experience watching my children learn this new skill. They are becoming stronger and more technical every class . All of the kids instructors are amazing and can’t thank them enough for all their hard work. I myself have recently started , under the many request from my kids . At 44 years old it has been really a lot of fun trying something new , fiscally and mentally. Thanks again guys from my family to yours.Dylan McMicking

25 yr old purple belt here.Having moved from Vancouver I wanted to find the best gym I could find in the Victoria area. I have trained at many gyms and Van isle jiu jitsu is truly one of the best I have ever been to. They have top level instruction and a state of the art facility. They have been nothing but helpful and respectful to me and I have made amazing friends along my jiu jitsu journey being there. To anyone who is new or interested in training I highly recommend trying VIBJJ as they have a great beginners program and exceptional coaching staff. If you want to progress further in your bjj journey there is a big group of people at the gym that compete also.

I came in very nervous and was actually surprised how welcoming everyone was and is. I have made lifelong friends in just the year I've been at this gym. The instructing is amazing and everyone is willing to help you with whatever you need. Its an atmosphere I haven't had at any other gym or sport I've been a part of.

Having just recently completed my first full year at van isle, I can confirm that the honeymoon phase you feel when you first walk in doesn’t fade.JM and Matt are both awesome guys and are always willing to accommodate all types of students. Regardless of your skill level, body type, or goals in Jiu Jitsu, they somehow have manage to keep the enthusiasm of complete beginners and it rubs off in each and every class. It genuinely feels like they are stoked to help everyone learn the art of Jiu Jitsu. This enthusiasm paired with the clear knowledge and skill set they’ve both acquired through long and successful competitive careers, in my opinion, creates a contagious learning environment that will have you leaving every class feeling like you’re a better version of yourself than when you walked in.JM has a knack for learning names quickly and makes a point of greeting everyone individually whenever possible. Matt also regularly takes the extra second in between classes he’s teaching to come over and say hi to everyone who’s arrived for the next lesson. Naturally, that demeanour has spilled over through the rest of the gym and creates a really welcoming environment. In my experience, little things like that go a long way in making one feel comfortable when taking that scary first step into the gym for the first time.Pair two first class humans up with an incredible facility (that they largely built with their own hands!) featuring brand new mats, sauna, clean change room and showers, and very quickly you’ll see you’ve found yourself a gym you’ll frequent for the foreseeable future

If you’re living on the island and not train Ming at Van Isle you’re missing out. Jean-Marc and Matt have created an amazing environment where everyone can safely learn jiu jitsu at any level. Their love of the art and attitudes toward life are truly inspiring. Seriously… don’t miss out.

I’ve been training here for 4-5 months. JM, Matt and the whole Van Isle crew are super welcoming. Very high level, technical Jiu Jitsu, and the school is clean and spacious. The best place on the South Island to train!

What are you waiting for?!?!Go train it will be the best decision of your life! Sign up this moment!With amazing friendly people teaching you the greatest art ever , and improve all aspects of your life, the time is now !With one of the most welcoming gyms in the world , the De Groot Brothers have created something special at Van Isle BJJSo make the the first steps and go check it out , you will not regret it.

We started our kids at Van Isle maybe 1.5 years ago and have loved it from the very start! The kids coaches have been amazing. It’s a perfect balance of discipline and playfulness to keep the kids engaged. They loved it so much that I joined myself in February. I was quite nervous to start never having done any martial arts and not knowing if there would be many women in the co-ed classes but from the very first class the other people there and the coaches were welcoming and encouraging and made me feel at home! Now I can’t wait to get to the classes and wish I could do more! Thanks so much van isle! Can’t wait to continue my journey with you guys!

Van isle is an amazing jiu jitsu academy. Showers, clean mats, quality instructors (who still compete), a curriculum, and tons of skilled training partners of all levels. They have created an amazing environment where people are free to learn and grow in their jiu jitsu.

Van Isle Jiu Jitsu is an awesome gym with great training for people of all skill levels! The overall culture is incredibly positive and the instructors are very knowledgeable and welcoming. Whether you’re an experienced grappler or a complete beginner, Van Isle has a lot to offer to everyone!