Updated for the 2026 holiday season.
Buying for someone who trains jiu jitsu is hard. Do you get them gear? Something for recovery? Supplements? Something they'll actually use?
I train, and I've updated this guide every holiday season since 2023.
Everything here is something I use, have used, or would happily get as a gift.
It's grouped by budget, so whether you're shopping for a boyfriend, a dad, a teammate, your professor, or yourself, you can jump straight to your price range.
Not a jiu jitsu person yourself? Start with our family and friends gift guide: gifts anyone can pick out, no BJJ knowledge needed.
Top Pick:
1. The Practitioner's Journal
Jiu jitsu is notoriously hard to remember. You learn a technique on Tuesday and it's gone by Thursday. The Practitioner's Journal is a guided training log built to fix that: log techniques, track rounds, set goals, and reflect on every session.
Of course I'm biased, I made it. But it's the gift I'd recommend first for anyone who trains, whether it's their first week or their tenth year. It fits in a gym bag, and it becomes a keepsake of their whole jiu jitsu journey.
Price: $39.95 with FREE shipping
Where to buy: The Practitioner's Journal
Stocking Stuffers (Under $25)
2. Finger Tape
Jiu jitsu is brutal on fingers, and everyone who trains uses tape and loses it.
Price: $10–$20
Where to buy: Monkey Tape or Bighorn Athletics Finger Tape
3. Mouthguard
I've used the Venum Challenger for years and it works great. The SISU Aero is a slimmer, re-moldable option.
Price: $15–$25
Where to buy: Venum Challenger or SISU Aero
4. Defense Soap
Skin infections from the mats are a real risk, and anyone who's grappled long enough knows it. I keep the bar and shower gel stocked through Prime so I never run out.
Price: $10–$20
Where to buy: Defense Soap bar or shower gel & wipe package
5. Gym Slides
Clean feet on and off the mat, and in the locker room.
Price: $20–$35
Where to buy: Adidas Adilette or Nike Victori One
6. Heated Neck Wrap
A cheap lifesaver for a stiff neck after hard rounds.
Price: $12–$20
Where to buy: [Amazon link]
7. Jiu Jitsu Books
Easy, worthwhile reads on the philosophy and mindset behind the art: Breathe by Rickson Gracie, How You Bear It by Tom DeBlass, and The 32 Principles by Rener Gracie.
Price: $15–$25 each
Where to buy: Breathe, How You Bear It , The 32 Principles, Jiu-Jitsu University
8. Custom Gi Patches
Their gym logo, a nickname, or a phrase they live by, sewn or ironed onto their gi.
Price: $10–$30
Where to buy: Etsy (search "custom gi patch")
9. Gym-Bag Fuel and Mobility
Small, useful stocking fillers: protein bars and beef sticks for after class, a lacrosse ball for knots, and Tiger or CBD balm for sore spots.
Price: $10–$25 each
Where to buy: RXBARs, beef sticks, lacrosse ball 2-pack, Tiger balm
Great Gifts ($25 to $75)
10. Rashguards
Rashguards wear out fast from constant training and washing. For quality, Tatami is my personal favorite. Other strong brands: Hayabusa, Fuji, XMartial (most creative designs), Progress (UK-based, so higher US shipping), Origin (made in the USA), and Gaidama (premium gear designed by women for women).
Price: $45–$85 · Budget picks: $20–$45
Where to buy: Tatami, Fuji, XMartial, Progress, Origin, and Gaidama on their own sites; Hayabusa on its site or [Amazon link]. Budget: Elite Sports [Amazon link] or Gold BJJ [Amazon link]
11. Electrolytes
Nothing improved my performance more than adding electrolytes. If they sweat a lot, LMNT is the one: sugar-free, one packet per water bottle, and every flavor is good.
Price: $25–$50 (12-pack to 30-pack)
Where to buy: LMNT 30 Pack
12. Creatine
One of the most studied supplements out there, with benefits for energy and explosiveness in hard rounds. I trust Momentous because their products are third-party tested.
Price: $30–$50
Where to buy: Momentous Creatine
13. Activewear Detergent
Gis and rashguards get washed constantly (or should). An activewear detergent breaks down the funk and is gentle on sensitive skin.
Price: $20–$30
Where to buy: Green Based Activewear Detergent
14. Recovery Tools
Jiu jitsu is hard on the body at any age. A travel foam roller, a gel ice pack for sore joints, and an affordable massage gun cover most aches.
Price: $25–$35 (foam roller, ice pack) · $50–$70 (massage gun)
Where to buy: TriggerPoint Grid Mini , FlexiKold gel ice pack, LifePro massage gun
15. Ear Guards
They look a bit ridiculous, but they prevent cauliflower ear.
Price: $35–$50
Where to buy: Adidas wrestling ear guards
16. Grip Trainer
Grip strength matters in jiu jitsu, and a portable trainer works it anywhere. You can get various implements from Rogue Fitness, or some grip tools from Amazon.
Price: $25–$50
Where to buy: Rogue Fitness or Amazon Grip Trainer
17. RUDIS Mesh Drawstring Bag
Strictly for hauling sweaty gear home, so it airs out instead of stewing in a closed bag.
Price: $20–$30
Where to buy: RUDIS
18. BJJ Fanatics Gift Card
Instructionals from BJJ Fanatics are the gold standard. A gift card lets them pick their own.
Price: $50 and up (you choose the amount)
Where to buy: BJJ Fanatics
19. Budget Home Mat
Puzzle mats are enough for drilling at home; a basic yoga mat covers mobility work.
Price: $50–$70 (puzzle mats) · $20–$30 (yoga mat)
Where to buy: Puzzle mats or Gaiam Essentials mat
Big Gifts ($75 and Up)
20. A Premium Gi
A great gi lasts for years. Shoyoroll, Origin, Tatami, and Progress all make gis worth the money. For a beginner, a budget gi is plenty.
Price: $120–$250 · Budget gi: $50–$90
Where to buy: Shoyoroll, Origin, Tatami, or Progress on their own sites. (Budget: Elite Sports gi)
21. RUDIS Utility Duffle or Backpack
High quality, sleek, and made by grapplers, with room for a folded gi and a separate spot for dirty gear.
Price: $90–$110 Budget $35-$45
Where to buy: RUDIS or Gold Backpack or (Budget: Tactical Duffle
22. Theragun
The top-of-the-line massage gun, and honestly a lifesaver for me. The Mini is the portable version. Want something cheaper? The LifePro (#14) does most of the job.
Price: $150–$200 (Mini) · $250–$330 (full size)
Where to buy: Theragun Mini or Theragun
23. FloGrappling Subscription
Streams ADCC and many of the biggest grappling events, live and on replay.
Price: 9.99 per month (annually) or $39.99 per month
Where to buy: FloGrappling
24. Grappling Dummy
Jiu jitsu needs a partner, but partners aren't always around. A grappling dummy is a weighted, body-shaped bag that lets them practice moves at home. It's a big, thoughtful gift for someone who trains often.
Price: $70-$90 DEFY or $255-$280 SMARTY
Where to buy: DEFY grappling dummy or Smarty 2.0
25. A Real Home Mat
The Dollamur roll-out mat is the same quality used in gyms. For mobility work, the Liforme yoga mat is worth the price. On a budget, see #19.
Price: $300–$400 (Dollamur 5x10) · $150–$180 (Liforme)
Where to buy: Dollamur 5x10 or Liforme yoga mat
26. A Jiu Jitsu Camp
Training plus adventure. Origin Immersion Camp in the mountains of Maine is a bucket-list trip, and BJJ Globetrotters runs camps around the world. There are tons of others, some of them are all inclusive vacation-style trips.
Price: $500–$2,700, depending on length and location
Where to buy: Origin Immersion Camp or BJJ Globetrotters or others
The Best Gift Is Free
27. Time and Support
The most valuable gift for anyone who trains doesn't cost a thing. Take a class with them, cheer from the stands at their next tournament, or just ask how training went.
If you want to make it official, write them a coupon:
Redeem for: one jiu jitsu class. I'll take care of the kids Tuesday night.
Cost: $0
Shop Early
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the best time to find deals on gear and recovery tools, and ordering early means everything arrives before the holidays. Whether you go with a stocking stuffer, a premium gi, or The Practitioner's Journal, there's something here for every grappler and every budget. Shopping for someone and don't train yourself?
The family and friends gift guide explains every pick in plain English.
Own the process,
Tim
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