Famous Celebrities Who Train in BJJ (Updated List)

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Yep, even your favorite movie stars hit the mats. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu isn’t just for fighters and gym rats. Turns out, a bunch of celebrities train in BJJ too. And they’re not doing it for clout. They’re doing it to stay sharp, stay fit, and stay humble.

From movie legends to music icons, here are some celebs who actually train in Brazilian jiu-jitsu—and aren’t just posing in a gi for Instagram.

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Tim Coker

This is my third gym that I’ve trained at. I wanted to find a gym where I could get more 1-1 time with the head instructor and also where I felt part of the academy.

I knew from the first time speaking with Prof. Nei that I made the right choice. First off, from the minute you meet Nei you feel welcomed. He is smiling, easy to talk to, and genuinely enjoys people. And then you roll with him and you wonder how can this guy be so deadly but also so nice at the same time. Like a big bear. And then you realize that he is just a great professor and a great person.

He spoke about the history of BJJ as a self defense, and the importance of having a strong stand up game. Two things that the other gyms did not focus on. Everyday we practice take downs along with our ground game.

In conclusion, the gym is only as good as the professor and professor Nei is the man. He gives more instruction, direction, and invests more into his students than anyone that I’ve ever met.

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