BJJ Farmers Market
Harvesting Local Talent
Feb 7 & 8, 2025
A dynamic 2-day JiuJitsu event that brings local professors, vendors and practitioners. Designed to celebrate our local Jits community in BC.
Event Dates and Details
Tickets
Professor Line-up
Vendors
FAQ
Feb 8 & 9, 2025
Saturday
9am – Mobility w/ Janik
10am – Systematically Attacking from
Open Guard in Gi w/ Lucas
12pm – Open mat & lunch
2pm – 10th Plantet NoGi Magic w/ Nabil
Sunday
9am – Mobility w/ Janik
10am – Gi self defence w/ Emma
12pm – Open mat & lunch
2pm – No Gi Leg Game w/ Matt
4pm Open mat
Cost
2 Days: $120 | 1 Day: $80
Emma Hamilton
Emma is the first woman in Canada to earn a black belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, a historic achievement she reached in 2023 under the guidance of Royce Gracie. She is renowned for her dedication to Women’s Self-Defense, Kickboxing, and Jiu-Jitsu.
Lucas Wilhan
Professor Lucas is a seasoned Black Belt Instructor and Competitor originally from Montreal, Canada. Specializing in both Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Lucas has an impressive competition record, including multiple IBJJF and UAEJJF Gold medals, Pan American medals, and being a two-time ADCC Open Gold medalist.
He is known for his technical approach and innovative techniques, making him a respected figure in the jiu-jitsu community. Lucas also owns and instructs at Lapel Arts, where he shares his expertise with students of all levels, from beginners to advanced competitors.
Nabil Salameh
Sensei Nabil Salameh is a highly respected 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Black Belt. With over 20 years of martial arts experience, Nabil has competed across North America, earning medals in prestigious tournaments. He is dedicated to coaching and helping students, from beginners to peak athletes, reach their goals. Nabil takes pride in developing homegrown talent at Titan Training Centre and is known for his effective teaching style and commitment to his students’ success.
Matt Kwan
Professor Matt Kwan, a black belt under Rob Biernacki , owns On Guard Academy and began his Jiu Jitsu journey at 20. A top competitor in British Columbia, he competes locally and internationally while constantly advancing his grappling knowledge since starting in 2009.
Matt is the Head Coach of Simon Fraser University’s Grappling Team, co-creator of BJJ Mental Models with his brother Steve, host of The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast, and author of Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu , a children’s book inspiring confidence in kids aged 5-7.
He might skip ordering steak at a vegan restaurant—but he’ll likely bring one along!
Emma Hamilton
Emma is the first woman in Canada to earn a black belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, a historic achievement she reached in 2023 under the guidance of Royce Gracie. She is renowned for her dedication to Women’s Self-Defense, Kickboxing, and Jiu-Jitsu.
Lucas Wilhan
Professor Lucas is a seasoned Black Belt Instructor and Competitor originally from Montreal, Canada. Specializing in both Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Lucas has an impressive competition record, including multiple IBJJF and UAEJJF Gold medals, Pan American medals, and being a two-time ADCC Open Gold medalist.
He is known for his technical approach and innovative techniques, making him a respected figure in the jiu-jitsu community. Lucas also owns and instructs at Lapel Arts, where he shares his expertise with students of all levels, from beginners to advanced competitors.
Nabil Salameh
Sensei Nabil Salameh is a highly respected 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Black Belt. With over 20 years of martial arts experience, Nabil has competed across North America, earning medals in prestigious tournaments. He is dedicated to coaching and helping students, from beginners to peak athletes, reach their goals. Nabil takes pride in developing homegrown talent at Titan Training Centre and is known for his effective teaching style and commitment to his students’ success.
Matt Kwan
Professor Matt Kwan, a black belt under Rob Biernacki , owns On Guard Academy and began his Jiu Jitsu journey at 20. A top competitor in British Columbia, he competes locally and internationally while constantly advancing his grappling knowledge since starting in 2009.
Matt is the Head Coach of Simon Fraser University’s Grappling Team, co-creator of BJJ Mental Models with his brother Steve, host of The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast, and author of Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu , a children’s book inspiring confidence in kids aged 5-7.
He might skip ordering steak at a vegan restaurant—but he’ll likely bring one along!
FAQ
Do I need to attend all the events?
NO, but we encourage that you do to support your local talent and try to make it for all. We don’t want anyone to feel left out.
Can I refund my tickets or transfer them?
You can transfer your ticket to someone else, but the tickets are non-refundables. All our proceeds go to the instructors and we have limited spots available.
Can I bring my kids?
Yes! We have a kids area where they can hang out and play.
Photos / Videos?
Yes, Way of BJJ @wayofbjj will be filming and we’ll be taking photos which will be made available to you afterward.
Can we buy tickets at the door?
YES, but they’ll be full price, so if you know someone who has a discount code, they’d better use it now.
Do you have showers / change rooms?
YES, and towel service and water service, seriously, we’re bougie as F&*K!
Where should I go for lunch?
There are SO MANY restaurants around, you’ll have to many choices. But I recommend Mr. Sushi, Joey, Browns, Nemesis, Buddaful… the list goes on and on.
Is there an actual farmer market?
Like, with fruit and veg? Ummm, no… this is a pun. But we do have a farmers market at the shipyards every Wed (in the summer) if you want to check that out. And a night market on Fridays (also in the summer).