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The landmark $46 million verdict for Jack Greener, paralyzed during a training session at Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu, is now final with post-judgment interest pushing the total beyond $56 million. This case underscores the critical need for martial arts gyms and instructors to prioritize safety, review liability coverage, and implement robust risk management. Industry experts and legal analysts weigh in on how this ruling is reshaping liability standards and insurance requirements for combat sports. Read more about the implications for gym owners and instructors.
During our visit with Coach Brad at Misfits Jiu Jitsu in St. Charles, IL, we explored five key risk management strategies every BJJ gym owner should consider. From building a safety-first culture to having the right insurance in place, these tips can help protect your gym, your students, and your peace of mind.
Looking for a way to grow your Jiu-Jitsu gym and make a positive impact on your community? Partnering with local charter schools might be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. With a growing trend of schools funding extracurricular activities like martial arts, gyms that prepare properly can tap into this demand and gain new students. Here’s what you need to know about this exciting opportunity—and the essential insurance requirements to get started.
Every grappler should have an injury insurance program if they train Jiu Jitsu. Here are 5 reasons why.....
Explore the fascinating world of Quintet-style "Team-Based" Jiu Jitsu tournaments in our latest article. Delve into the unique dynamics of these events, shedding light on the potential for injuries and the importance of staying informed. As the popularity of Quintet tournaments continues to rise, we discuss the considerations for competitors looking into supplemental injury insurance and event promoters prioritizing comprehensive coverage. Join us in navigating the expanding landscape of Quintet-style Jiu Jitsu with a focus on knowledge and awareness.
This article shares Dorian's Jiu Jitsu journey (without insurance). Inspired by testimonials from guys like Joe Rogan, Dorian became passionate about bjj but suffered a severe knee injury during a tournament. Without coverage, he couldn't afford proper treatment, leading to lingering issues and inconsistency in training. The article highlights the importance of insurance for martial artists and recommends our affordable programs for comprehensive protection on and off the mats.
In April 2023, the McDojo Breakdown YouTube channel posted a video entitled “The Incident”, which examines the $46 million dollar lawsuit resulting from a tragic 2018 accident at Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu Club in which a student was paralyzed. In addition to a more thorough explanation of the case, McDojo Breakdown cites two key definitions, and issues a challenge to jiu jitsu gym owners and we provide some suggestions based around safety for Jiu Jitsu gym owners moving forward.
The article explores the responsibility for medical bills when a training partner is injured in jiu-jitsu from a question that came up on the Chewjitsu YouTube channel. It acknowledges that accidents and injuries are inevitable in the sport, emphasizing the need for risk management and safe training practices. The article suggests that grapplers should have specific injury policies and supplemental insurance programs to cover medical expenses and time off work. Having personal injury insurance for jiu-jitsu is highly recommended to ensure adequate coverage and protect against financial burdens resulting from injuries sustained during training.
The Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) industry has undergone a significant transformation in the aftermath of a groundbreaking $46 million lawsuit against Del Mar Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. This legal case has prompted gym owners to reassess their operational practices and prioritize risk management within their training environments. In response to the evolving landscape, this article emphasizes the importance of comprehensive risk management plans, explores the necessity of adapting protocols and procedures, and highlights the insights of renowned instructor John Danaher on creating a safe training environment through the concept of control. By incorporating these strategies, gym owners can navigate this new era and foster a safer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community.
This article delves into the significance of the Del Mar Jiu-Jitsu case and its implications for martial arts liability and insurance. Attorney Gabe D'Antonio's comprehensive overview of the jury verdict provides valuable insights into the reasoning behind the ruling. Moreover, the article highlights essential risk management strategies for gym owners, emphasizes the importance of appropriate insurance coverage, and stresses the need for gyms to regularly review and update their risk management plans.
Owning a jiu jitsu gym comes with significant responsibility. Protecting your business from lawsuits and claims is crucial. Purchasing a commercial general liability insurance plan can help. But, selecting the right coverage can be complex, and mistakes can be costly. In this article, we'll explore common mistakes jiu jitsu gym owners make when choosing insurance coverage and provide guidance on how to avoid them.
Valuable lessons can be learned from the Jack Greener lawsuit, which has shed light on the importance of risk management in the jiu jitsu gym. By following the guidelines in this article and developing a comprehensive risk management plan, gym owners can create a safer and more effective training environment for their students while also reducing liability at their gym.
In this article, we will explore the importance of having proper insurance coverage for your Jiu Jitsu gym, and why adding endorsements to your policy is crucial for protecting your business. We'll discuss three common endorsements that Jiu Jitsu gym owners should consider adding to their policies, and how these endorsements can provide additional coverage for specific risks and situations. By the end of this article, you'll have a better understanding of how to protect your Jiu Jitsu gym with the right insurance coverage, and how to ensure that your business is fully protected against potential risks and liabilities that are not always covered in every bjj gym insurance policy.
In this blog post, we will explore why it's important that a Jiu Jitsu gym has a system for incident reporting, and how this system can help to create a safe and supportive training environment for all students.
Jiu Jitsu gym owners may need sexual abuse and molestation (SAM) insurance coverage to protect their gyms against financial losses resulting from lawsuits and claims related to sexual abuse, physical abuse, or other forms of misconduct that occur within their business. Find out if you need this type of insurance for your BJJ School.
If you are opening up a BJJ school you might want to know what it might cost to pay for your gym insurance. This video is a breakdown of what you can expect to budget for the coverage you need when you open a school.
We do not think you should stop training jiu jitsu just because you don’t have health insurance. Instead this article provides tips to treating injuries and covers ways for you to pay those bills without traditional health insurance.
If you have been hosting grappling events but you are looking to break into MMA then you will want to read this. This article will provide you with a blueprint to get you started while you are in the planning stages of your business.
If you want to know what information needs to be included in a participation waiver for a bjj school then this is a good article for you to read. Additionally, we cover the basics of insurance coverage that a Jiu Jitsu school owner should have.
Here are a few examples of mistakes bjj gym owners make when buying liability insurance for their gym.
If you are hosting a Jiu Jitsu event and wonder if you need insurance then read this article to get;
The insurance blueprint of what you will need to host your grappling event.
An online option to buy a policy instantly (and show proof of coverage after purchase).
Contact with one of our licensed insurance agents to get a customized quote.
The evolution of insurance for combat sports and mixed martial arts have changed rapidly.
How did these policies originate? And what actually are the benefits of a combat sports insurance policy?
Thanks to the efforts of mixed martial arts athlete Jeremy Augusta, combat sport athletes now have the opportunity to protect their greatest asset—their physical well-being.
We recently partnered with Primal MKE and the Marquette University Jiu Jitsu Club to host a beginner-friendly BJJ scrimmage in Milwaukee. Focused on safety, fun, and community building, this event gave new grapplers a low-pressure way to experience competition—while ensuring the gym was properly covered under its liability insurance. At JiuJitsuInsurance.com, we’re proud to support events like these that help grow the sport the right way.