A recent scientific study has shone a spotlight on the effects of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) on kids, specifically looking at aggression, self-control, and pro-social behaviour. This area has been gaining traction in recent years, even though the benefits of martial arts for youngsters have been spoken about for ages. Just a few years back, a study on BJJ confirmed that the sport positively impacts a kid's executive functions, like inhibition control.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has grown exponentially over the past decade, evolving from a niche martial art into a global sport with thousands of passionate practitioners. However, as the sport matures, so too does scrutiny of its governing bodies—particularly the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF). Recent calls for the IBJJF to pay top competitors have reignited debates about fairness, athlete compensation, and the organisation's role in advancing professional BJJ.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has seen a significant transformation over the past quarter-century, not just in techniques and popularity, but also in the controversial use of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs). This issue has become increasingly prevalent, affecting the integrity of the sport and sparking debates within the BJJ community.