Tri-Cities Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

Five years ago we opened the doors of TCGJJ with a mat, a dream, and no idea who would show up.

Yesterday, about 70 of you showed up under a maple tree at Rocky Point Park — with your kids, your loved ones, your friends, your neighbours — and reminded us exactly why we’ve kept doing this. ☀️💗

There was pizza (a lot of it). Bean bag tossing (mostly on target). Kids playing with one another in an open field, kicking a ball around, and running back for another slice. 🍕🏐🥳

Adults getting to hang out and connect socially with one another without worrying about the time.

Bethany and I got to actually be at our own party for once — which felt strange and wonderful.

Massive thank you to Emilio Finatti Pizzeria Port Moody — our neighbours upstairs from the academy — for feeding our whole crew with 23 tasty pizzas that showed up hot and perfect! If you haven’t tried them yet, you’re missing out.

Thank you to every family who brought a friend. To our amazing team of instructors for taking care of everyone. To the kids who kept saying “this is the best day.” To everyone who’s ever stepped onto our mats — the last five years happened because of you.

Here’s to the next five. 🙏🥋🌈
— Ray & Bethany

Growth starts with intention.
And intention starts with clear goals.

In Jiu-Jitsu, growth looks different for everyone.
For some, it’s learning a technique and executing it with confidence.
For others, it’s simply showing up consistently—despite busy schedules and daily demands.

That’s why we recognize progress through taped stripes and belt promotions—not as rewards, but as markers of personal development. They reflect commitment, understanding, and steady improvement over time.

There’s no rush. No comparison.
Growth in Jiu-Jitsu—just like in life—is unique to each individual.

If you’re looking for personal growth in a safe, structured, and supportive environment, the mats are waiting for you in the new year. 🥋🌱🌈

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Team work makes the dream work. From our entire team here at TCGJJ, we want to thank everyone for sharing the big green mat with us throughout this incredible year. 🙏🌱🌟

You guys are what inspires us every single day, and it's because of your continuing support, energy and dedication to Jiu-Jitsu that makes the dream work for our amazing community of students and families here at TCGJJ. 🥋🌈💖

We want to wish you all a very special and happy end to your year, and we'll see you all back on the mat in the new year! 🥳