We, the undersigned, request that the International Olympic Committee make Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) an Olympic sport alongside Judo, Greco-Roman Wrestling and Freestyle Wresting. BJJ has a committed following around the world and warrants becoming its own event.
I HAVE BEEN TALKING TO MAT OWNERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY AND THE ENERGY AROUND THIS IS ABSOLUTELY ELECTRIC!! WE ARE SHOWING THE WORLD THAT BJJ DESERVES A SPOT ON THE BIGGEST STAGE OF ALL!!
October 16, 2011
THIS MOMENTUM IS ABSOLUTELY ELECTRIC!! WATCHING THE GLOBAL BJJ COMMUNITY UNITE LIKE THIS PROVES THAT THE OLYMPIC COMMITTEE CAN NO LONGER IGNORE OUR PASSION!! WE ARE BUILDING SOMETHING MASSIVE TOGETHER AND THE ENERGY IS UNSTOPPABLE!!!
Reached 100 supporters
October 16, 2011
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Gordon McArthur
9 years ago
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An engaging sport that can increase participation rates in UK physical activities.
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Lindsey aldington
9 years ago
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Definitely I have a very talented 21 yr old works as hard as any Athelete for his chosen sport completely self funded in all aspects it's about time this sport got the same recognition, it takes amazing fitness and talent
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David Tan
16 years ago
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It takes years of discipline to learn this art. It deserves the same level of respect as judo.
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Kevin Ryan
16 years ago
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Too many people think its just fighting but its basically human chess. Would love to see it on the big stage.
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Sarah Rogers
16 years ago
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MY SON TRAINS 6 DAYS A WEEK AND WORKS SO HARD THIS NEEDS TO HAPPEN
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Mark Herrera
16 years ago
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BJJ is way more technical and fun to watch than half the stuff at the games right now. Long overdue.
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Louise Broderick
9 years ago
A genuinely skilled sport
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Kim Tarpey
9 years ago
I fully back this petition.
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We, the undersigned, request that the International Olympic Committee make Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) an Olympic sport alongside Judo, Greco-Roman Wrestling and Freestyle Wresting. BJJ has a committed following around the world and warrants becoming its own event.
I HAVE BEEN TALKING TO MAT OWNERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY AND THE ENERGY AROUND THIS IS ABSOLUTELY ELECTRIC!! WE ARE SHOWING THE WORLD THAT BJJ DESERVES A SPOT ON THE BIGGEST STAGE OF ALL!!
October 16, 2011
THIS MOMENTUM IS ABSOLUTELY ELECTRIC!! WATCHING THE GLOBAL BJJ COMMUNITY UNITE LIKE THIS PROVES THAT THE OLYMPIC COMMITTEE CAN NO LONGER IGNORE OUR PASSION!! WE ARE BUILDING SOMETHING MASSIVE TOGETHER AND THE ENERGY IS UNSTOPPABLE!!!
Reached 100 supporters
October 16, 2011
8 Comments
G
Gordon McArthur
9 years ago
Featured
An engaging sport that can increase participation rates in UK physical activities.
L
Lindsey aldington
9 years ago
Featured
Definitely I have a very talented 21 yr old works as hard as any Athelete for his chosen sport completely self funded in all aspects it's about time this sport got the same recognition, it takes amazing fitness and talent
D
David Tan
16 years ago
Featured
It takes years of discipline to learn this art. It deserves the same level of respect as judo.
K
Kevin Ryan
16 years ago
Featured
Too many people think its just fighting but its basically human chess. Would love to see it on the big stage.
S
Sarah Rogers
16 years ago
Featured
MY SON TRAINS 6 DAYS A WEEK AND WORKS SO HARD THIS NEEDS TO HAPPEN
M
Mark Herrera
16 years ago
Featured
BJJ is way more technical and fun to watch than half the stuff at the games right now. Long overdue.
L
Louise Broderick
9 years ago
A genuinely skilled sport
K
Kim Tarpey
9 years ago
I fully back this petition.
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An engaging sport that can increase participation rates in UK physical activities.