BJJ & MMA in Lviv

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is exploding all over L’viv. A couple months ago, I started training again at my friend Oleh’s new club. We are now at capacity. I know of a second club that opened in L’viv. I trained there once to meet the guys. They haven’t even finished renovations and they’re also at capacity.

A few of my training partners compete in MMA. Here are some pictures from a recent fight:

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I love it. I love the culture, the competition, the toughness and pride that it gives to young people.

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Edit: Found this video of the fight —

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