In the dynamic world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), athletes traditionally choose between two forms: Gi and No-Gi. Gi Jiu-Jitsu involves a heavy, traditional jacket that allows practitioners to perform a variety of grip-based techniques, while No-Gi relies on body grips without the jacket, demanding speed, agility, and raw technique. Now, Gi gripping—pioneered by The Gi Grip—blends these two styles, offering the control and strategic versatility of the Gi while maintaining the freedom and minimalism of No-Gi. By using The Gi Grip, a patented gripping tool crafted from authentic, thick Gi material and equipped with durable metal fasteners and an extended belt, practitioners can execute every grip-based move required to control and submit an opponent, without the bulk of a full Gi. The Gi Grip enables the practitioner to seamlessly transition between Gi and No-Gi, revolutionizing how BJJ athletes train for both styles with one innovative tool.
Gi gripping as a sport is on the rise, driven by The No-Gi Grip, LLC, led by McAnthony Thompson, a veteran grappler with over 30 years of wrestling and BJJ experience. Thompson's innovative design allows athletes to strengthen their grip and refine their technique with a product that delivers the full grip experience on a streamlined scale. This tool also offers therapeutic benefits, having been instrumental in Thompson's own recovery from carpal tunnel surgery through a series of exercises and stretches.
For the innovative thinkers and the next generation of grapplers, BJJ, Judo, and other martial art form practitioners, The No-Gi Grip, LLC has been introducing The Gi Grip Academy & Martial Arts Program to school systems, gyms, and recreation centers all over! (Contact us to visit your community for a demo) Gi gripping is transforming Jiu-Jitsu, making it more accessible to all ages and skill levels, and bringing fresh energy and versatility to the traditional boundaries of the sport.
