Newsletter December 2025

Thank you for a great year!

As we approach the holiday season, we want to extend our warmest wishes to you and your families for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Thank you for your incredible support throughout 2024—it has been a year of memorable events and shared accomplishments, all made possible by your dedication and enthusiasm.

We’re excited about what’s ahead in 2025 and look forward to creating more fantastic events together. Here’s to another successful year of partnership and achievements!
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Instructor training (last one of 2024)

Attention EGJJF instructors! Our next Instructor Class is happening on December 8th, and we’re looking forward to another valuable session focused on building skills and leadership. Remember, attending at least 2 out of 3 instructor classes is necessary to maintain or achieve your Bronze, Silver, or Gold Instructor status.

Mark your calendars and be ready to learn, connect, and continue setting the standard for our BJJ community. Let’s make this session count!

Make sure to REGISTER
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New events for 2025

We believe in constantly pushing boundaries and creating new opportunities for our members. That’s why we’re excited to share that we’re working on some brand-new events for 2025! One of the highlights in the works is an exclusive camp abroad — a unique chance to train, bond, and experience BJJ in a fresh setting!
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Kickstart 2025 Together with the EGJJF!

Let’s celebrate the start of the New Year! At the EGJJF, we believe in fostering a strong and connected community, and there’s no better way to begin 2025 than by coming together to share good wishes and positive energy. We’re excited to invite all our members to this special event!

What’s on the agenda?

• Begin with an open mat to roll into the New Year in style!
• Enjoy great food and drinks as we socialize and recover from some hard training.

Date & location: 12th of januari 14:00 – 17:00, Harder Jiu-Jitsu Venlo.
REGISTER NOW! It’s free for members!
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Seminar Royale

Each year we organise seminar Royale, an event in which we partner up with the famous Cannibale Royale restaurant formula in Amsterdam. After a 2 hour seminar, you can join us in the great atmosphere of Cannibale Royale for some awesome food and good time together. Only interested in the seminar? Read below!

– Seminar with our 3 Top Blackbelts. Michel, Raoul and Harold
– Open mat and Roll with Blackbelts and ask them questions. They are available to serve you.
– After the seminar we have an awesome Food Arrangement at CANNIBALE ROYALE with drinks included* to socialize and recover from your hard training!

Register for SEMINAR ONLY.

Timetable:

• 14:00h – 14:30h Michel Verhoeven 3nd Degree Black Belt
• 14:30h – 15:00h Raoul Hiwat 3nd Degree Black belt
• 15:00h – 15:30h Harold Harder 4th Degree Black Belt
• 15:30h – 16:00h Open Mat / Ask the Blackbelts

17:00 CANNIBALE ROYALE:

• Starters: nacho’s, chicken wings and bread.
• Main course: Ribs, burgers, friet and lil caesar

• Prefer a vegetarian meal? Email us after your registration at info@egjjf.com
• *3 drinks included, extra available at the bar.

Register for SEMINAR AND DINNER.

Remember, don’t drink and drive!

Date: 2nd of februari, 13:30 – 19:00

Location Seminar:
GYM ROYALE
Klaprozenweg 42, 1032 KL Amsterdam

Location Restaurant
Cannibale Royale
Mt. Ondinaweg 32, 1033 RG Amsterdam
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MARK YOUR CALENDER, VAMOS A ESPANA!
Join us for an epic BJJ camp in Javea, Spain!

Looking for an unforgettable BJJ experience in sunny Spain? From May 29 to June 1, 2025, we’re organizing an exclusive BJJ Camp in Jávea, a stunning coastal town on the Costa Blanca. Train intensively in the mornings, enjoy exciting activities in the afternoons, and relax in the evenings, all in the beautiful setting of JÁVEA!

Save the date: 29-05-2025 – 02-06-2025

What’s included:

• Daily seminars and openmat (Friday – Sunday)
• Lunch on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons.
• Dinner on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings.
• Afternoon events; Kayak, hike and Cave visit.

For the full schedule, go see the EVENT on our PORTAL

Why join?

This camp combines intensive BJJ training with unique outdoor activities in one of Spain’s most beautiful regions. Train under the guidance of top coaches, improve your skills, and enjoy the perfect balance of sport and relaxation.

BOOK ON TIME, we have limited capacity! The longer you wait, the more expensive flights will be as well!

Location:

THE BASE JÁVEA, C. Burdeos, 9, 03730 Xàbia, Alicante, Spain

Click HERE to register. We will provide you with recommendations for your flight and stay! Book your flight on time to save money!
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Even more events planned…

On the 23rd of march we have two ESSENTIAL seminars planned. During these two seminars, Harold will cover the EGJJF Fundamentals that form the base for our Belt testing programme. Both seminars are open for all members and levels. The first seminar will focus of all Fundamentals for White & Blue Belt, the second seminar will fous on all Fundamentals for Purple and up.

Visit our PORTAL to register.
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Instructor classes 2025
For our instructors we’v e planned two of the three instructor classes for 2025. Visit our EDUCATION section to see the classes and to register (instructors only).
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EGJJF Community discount

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Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned practitioner, there’s something here for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to grow with the best in the game! Sign up NOW!

EGJJF WhatsApp Community

To create more interteraction between our members and to stay up to date about the latest developments, we have created a WhatsApp Community with differets groups. Have a look and join the groups that are relevant for you! EGJJF WhatsApp Community