At Jiu Jitsu, we know that laughter is the best medicine – even for sore muscles and bruised egos.

Jiu Jitsu memes have become a staple in our community, bringing smiles to faces both on and off the mats.

Get ready to chuckle your way through our collection of the funniest BJJ jokes and humor that’ll have you tapping out from laughter.

Classic BJJ Memes That Make Us Tap Out

At Souza Grappling Co., we’ve witnessed a plethora of hilarious Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu memes that capture the essence of our sport. These viral gems spread faster than a white belt’s enthusiasm on their first day of training.

The Tap, Nap, or Snap Dilemma

One of the most iconic BJJ memes revolves around the age-old choice every practitioner faces: tap, nap, or snap. This meme humorously highlights the split-second decision-making process during a roll. Do you swallow your pride and tap? Risk taking an involuntary nap? Or stubbornly hold on until something goes snap? We always advocate for tapping early and often, but the meme’s popularity shows how universal this internal struggle is for BJJ practitioners.

Shrimping: The Answer to Everything

Another classic that never fails to elicit chuckles is the “When in doubt, shrimp out” meme. This phrase has become so ingrained in BJJ culture that you’ll hear it echoed in gyms worldwide. The meme typically features a confused-looking grappler with the caption suggesting shrimping as the solution to any BJJ predicament. While shrimping is used to prevent guard passes and escape bad positions, the meme’s humor lies in its exaggeration of this fundamental movement as the answer to all of life’s problems.

The Açaí Bowl Phenomenon

BJJ’s Brazilian roots have brought more than just grappling techniques to the global stage. The açaí bowl obsession has spawned countless memes poking fun at practitioners’ devotion to this superfood. From images of grapplers lovingly cradling their açaí bowls to jokes about açaí being the secret to Brazilian dominance in the sport, these memes highlight the cultural impact of BJJ beyond the mats.

White Belt Woes

No collection of BJJ memes would be complete without a nod to the struggles of white belts. These memes often depict the stark contrast between a white belt’s expectations and the reality of their first few months of training. From forgetting basic techniques mid-roll to accidentally using illegal moves, white belt memes serve as a humorous reminder of where we all started. They’re not just funny; they’re a rite of passage that helps newcomers feel part of the BJJ community.

At Souza Grappling Co., we embrace these memes as part of our vibrant BJJ culture. They provide a shared language of humor that bridges gaps between belt levels and styles. The next time you’re scrolling through your feed, share a BJJ meme with your training partners (it’s a great way to bond over shared experiences and challenges).

Now that we’ve covered the classic memes, let’s roll into some hilarious BJJ training scenarios that every practitioner can relate to. From eternal warm-ups to gi fashion struggles, these situations will have you nodding in agreement (and possibly cringing in recognition).

BJJ Training Mishaps That Make Us Laugh

At Souza Grappling Co., we’ve witnessed countless hilarious training scenarios that make Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) as entertaining as it is challenging. From seemingly endless warm-ups to fashion faux pas, these situations contribute to the unique and fun-loving nature of our BJJ community.

The Warm-Up That Never Ends

We’ve all experienced it – the instructor announces it’s time to warm up, and suddenly you find yourself caught in a time warp of shrimping, bear crawls, and hip escapes. What starts as a quick 10-minute warm-up mysteriously transforms into a 30-minute cardio session that leaves you gasping for air before the actual training begins. Pro tip: If you find yourself in this situation, focus on proper technique rather than speed. It’s not a race, and you’ll need that energy for the technical drills and sparring to come.

The Great Gi vs No-Gi Debate

The eternal struggle between gi and no-gi practitioners often leads to some comical situations. Picture this: A die-hard gi enthusiast shows up to no-gi class wearing board shorts and a rashguard… underneath their gi. Or the no-gi aficionado who reluctantly dons a gi but forgets to tie their belt, leaving it trailing behind them like a cape as they roll. To avoid these fashion faux pas, always check the class schedule and keep a separate bag for gi and no-gi gear. (Embracing both styles can make you a more well-rounded grappler.)

The Infamous Sweat Tsunami

Every gym has that one person who seems to sweat more than humanly possible. Rolling with them feels like grappling with a slippery seal, and by the end of the round, you’re both drenched and questioning your life choices. Just do Gi instead of Nogi. And wear underarmor heatgear underneath your gi, spats and rashguard. The gi will soak up most of your sweat.

Submission Attempts That Go Hilariously Wrong

We’ve all been there – you’re in the perfect position for that submission you’ve been drilling all week. You go for it with confidence, only to realize you’ve forgotten a crucial step or mixed up the technique entirely. Suddenly, you find yourself tangled up like a pretzel, wondering how you got there and what to do next. These moments, while embarrassing, provide valuable learning experiences. They teach us to stay humble, laugh at ourselves, and keep practicing. Next time you find yourself in a submission gone wrong, take a deep breath, reset, and try again.

[H2]Relatable BJJ Training Mishaps[/H2][I2]A checkmark list of common BJJ training mishaps: endless warm-ups, gi vs no-gi debate, sweat tsunami, and submission attempts gone wrong[/I2]

As we move from these amusing training scenarios to the world of BJJ wordplay, prepare yourself for a barrage of puns and clever jokes that will have you tapping out from laughter.

BJJ Wordplay That Will Make You Tap Out

At Souza Grappling Co., we appreciate a good pun almost as much as a well-executed submission. BJJ humor creates a language of its own, filled with clever wordplay that only mat-time veterans truly understand. Let’s explore some of the most groan-worthy (yet oddly satisfying) BJJ puns and jokes that circulate in our community.

Choking on Laughter

BJJ practitioners have a unique relationship with choking – it’s both a technique we perfect and a constant threat we face. This duality spawns a plethora of choke-related puns. You might hear someone say they feel a bit “choked up” after a tough roll, or that they “gasp for new techniques” to add to their arsenal. These puns offer a lighthearted way to handle the intensity of training and competition.

Passing the Pun Guard

Guard passing is an essential skill in BJJ, and it also provides fertile ground for wordplay. You might hear someone boast about their “pun-etrating guard pass” or claim they’re “just passing through” when they finally break their partner’s guard. These jokes not only lighten the mood during training but also help reinforce technical terms and concepts in a memorable way.

Submission to Humor

The world of submissions offers endless opportunities for wordplay. From “armbar none” to describe an unbeatable technique, to claiming you’re “triangle-ing” to remember a complex setup, submission-based puns are a staple of BJJ humor. These jokes often surface during drilling sessions, helping to keep the atmosphere light even as we practice potentially dangerous techniques.

Gi Whiz!

The gi itself becomes a source of humor in BJJ circles. Practitioners often joke about their “gi addiction” or claim they’re “wrapped up” in their training (both literally and figuratively). Some even refer to particularly tough opponents as “gi-normous” challenges. These puns celebrate the unique aspects of gi training and the special relationship BJJ practitioners have with their uniforms.

Belt-ing Out the Jokes

The belt system in BJJ consists of five main levels: white belt, blue belt, purple belt, brown belt, and black belt. Each belt has multiple stripes, marking progress within that rank. You might hear white belts referred to as “fresh meat” or black belts jokingly called “ninjas in pajamas.” Some practitioners claim they’re “belting out” new techniques, while others joke about being “strapped for time” when it comes to training. These belt-related puns add a layer of humor to the serious business of rank progression in BJJ.

[H3]5 Categories of BJJ Wordplay[/H3][I3]An ordered list of 5 BJJ wordplay categories: Choking on Laughter, Passing the Pun Guard, Submission to Humor, Gi Whiz, and Belt-ing Out the Jokes[/I3]

Wrapping Up

Laughter transforms the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience. At Souza Grappling Co., we witness how humor creates a shared language that unites practitioners. Jiu Jitsu memes and jokes help us relax, refocus, and push through challenges on the mats (and off).

Humor builds a strong sense of community within BJJ circles. Sharing a laugh over relatable memes or clever puns creates bonds beyond the gym. This shared experience, filled with moments of levity, strengthens the camaraderie that makes BJJ special.

We encourage you to embrace the humorous side of BJJ and contribute to its culture of laughter. Souza Grappling Co. offers a supportive environment where both your skills and sense of humor can flourish. Join our community to learn, grow, and share chuckles along your BJJ journey.