Ep9: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Lagos-The Story of Nest Naija BJJ and Rebirth Era

Combat Culture

Its often been pointed out that the missing link in West Africa's MMA scene is a strong enough grappling base with an emphasis on wrestling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Nest Naija BJJ, is a school in Lagos, Nigeria, which is spearheading a movement to fortify the region's grappling foundation with a strong focus on wrestling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

From their humble beginnings to their current status as pioneers in the field, hear firsthand accounts from the minds behind this innovative venture.

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Chapters/Sections:

00:00-GAMMA Organizes Training for Referees and Judges

2:58-Intro

04:33-The History behind Nigeria's First Brazilian Jiu Jitsu School

06:33-What is Rebirth Era Martial Arts?

09:01-Kelevra speaks on the Level of Striking in MMA in Nigeria

13:28-Access to high level striking competition in Lagos

15:56-Access to BJJ compeitition

20:24-BJJ is the missing link to MMA and Martial Arts in Nigeria

22:00-How have people in Lagos taken to training for BJJ?

26:59-Running a BJJ School & Business in Nigeria

32:00-Staying in love with combat sports

34:27-Getting a Black Belt Instructor from Brazil to Move Down to Nigeria

39:45-Fan question, how would Brazilian Jiu Jitsu improve the avergae Nigerian's mindset?

46:58-End Credits