Jiu-Jitsu

Grappling in Islam

The final Messenger of God, Muhammad ﷺ was a man of great athleticism and a master grappler.
He victoriously grappled the greatest wrestler in Arabia, Rukana ibn Abi Yazid on multiple occasions and emphasised wrestling as a practice to all. In fact, in order to enlist themselves eligible to participate in military campaigns, candidates would be required pass a grappling test in front of the Prophet (al-Musara ila al-Musara, as-Suyuti).

The men & women around the Messenger, his Companions, were equally people of the martial arts, who were versed in archery, sword & spear fighting, performed amazing feats of human strength and regularly grappled amongst themselves.

Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art developed over a number of centuries in Japan, more recently refined and popularised by the Gracie family in Brazil (from where it takes the prefix, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or BJJ). It is considered part of the grappling family of arts, and as such, shares technical qualities that constitute a fulfilling of the Prophetic art of Wrestling.

Character Refinement

The practice of Jiu-jitsu is an art that profoundly influences both the physical and mental dimensions of its practitioners. While its well-established efficacy and widespread appeal are evident, the martial art’s distinctive quality lies in its transformative impact on internal facets, molding one’s character, conduct, and life perspective.

Green Meadows Jiu-jitsu aspires to guide practitioners toward self-transformation and refinement, drawing inspiration from the legacy of those who came before us. Our mission is to assist individuals in cultivating a polished character, nurturing a resilient fighting spirit, and attaining a conditioned physical form.

Lineage of Green Meadows Jui-Jitsu

Authenticity and authority are maintained through lineage and we are particularly honoured to preserve our chain of instruction back through the legendary Grand Master Carlson Gracie, a formidable champion who’s fighting philosophy and accomplishments are deeply admired by all.

Our head BJJ instructors train under Nisar Shaikh, a 2nd-degree Black Belt in Jiu-jitsu from the renowned Carlson Gracie Team London, ensuring that our students benefit from the rich legacy of this legendary lineage. With extensive training in Wrestling, Judo, and Sambo, and over 20 years of teaching experience, Nisar has trained with top instructors in Brazil, Japan, the USA and Canada. He is also a Level 1 Instructor of the ‘Real Combat System’ and author of Prophetic Grappling.