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  • Best Black BJJ Gi in the Market Today: The Monarch Jiu-Jitsu Gi

    Poster by Heather Raftery·
    black BJJ gi

    Today’s market is full of jiu-jitsu gis and BJJ gi brands… so how do you pick just one “best”? And exactly what constitutes the “best”? Well, we believe we have made the world’s best black BJJ gi: the Monarch Jiu-Jitsu Gi.

    Are we biased? Absolutely. But are we justified? Most definitely… and here’s why...

  • Kingz Athlete Spotlight: Cole Abate

    Poster by Heather Raftery·
    Kingz Athlete Spotlight: Cole Abate

    While the history of Brazilian jiu-jitsu has long been peppered with the stories of young prodigies, this most recent group has proven to set the bar a little higher. One of the most standout young athletes of this new generation is Kingz Athlete Cole Abate.

    We caught up with Cole to talk about who he is, his jiu-jitsu journey so far, and what he has his sights on for the future. Read on… 

  • Kingz Athlete Spotlight: Sergio Rios

    Poster by Heather Raftery·
    Kingz Athlete Spotlight: Sergio Rios

    One of the most prolific Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitors in the Master 1 divisions today is none other than Kingz athlete Sergio “Pichilinga” Rios. If you think you’ve seen him at all the events… you have. He is everywhere.

    Despite being an absolute beast on the mat, Sergio is one of the most humble guys in the sport. We caught up with him to learn more about who he is and his philosophy on life...

  • Congratulations Kingz World Championship Medal Winners

    Poster by Heather Raftery·
    Congratulations Kingz World Championship Medal Winners

    After a crazy two-year hiatus – for reasons we all know full well – the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) was finally able to hold their prestigious World Jiu-Jitsu Championship event!

    In the Black Belt divisions, Kingz athletes secured an amazing 13 of the podium spots!

  • Best Holiday Buys for BJJ

    Poster by Heather Raftery·
    Best Holiday Buys for BJJ

    The holiday season is upon us! Which means… time to start getting gifts for all your friends and loved ones (or for yourself… we don’t judge!). And what are the best gifts for that jiu-jitsu nerd in your life?

    Here’s a hint… it’s not a fruit cake.