Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at SiO Athletica
Become part of the BJJ community at Athletica Nydalen. Training, community, and development for all levels.
Created by Maicon Jean Gomes Luong and Helene Berntsen
One of the world's fastest growing martial arts
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art that combines technique, strategy, and physical training. Instead of relying on strength alone, you learn how proper technique, timing, and body awareness can be used to control various situations.
A social training environment
At Athletica Nydalen, we offer an inclusive and developing training environment where both beginners and experienced athletes can develop, learn new skills, and experience mastery.Whether your goal is to get in better shape, learn a new sport, compete, or become part of a social training environment, you will find a BJJ offer that suits you at SiO Athletica.
An offer for all levels
Read more about the different class types in BJJ on this page. Scroll down to Martial Arts and click on "see all our Martial Arts classes".
Why train BJJ?
BJJ combines strength, conditioning, mobility, and mental training.Through regular training, you will:
- Develop strength and body control
- Improve fitness and endurance
- Learn problem-solving and strategic thinking
- Build self-confidence through achievement
- Train in an inclusive and social environment
- Acquire skills you will enjoy for the rest of your life
It is precisely the combination of physical challenge and technical learning that gets so many hooked on the sport.
💡 Did you know that?
BJJ is known for having one of the martial arts world's most demanding grading systems. For most people, it takes between 8 and 15 years to achieve a black belt. 🥋
Meet some of the instructors
Sherjil Janjua
Sherjil Janjua is an active BJJ practitioner with a black belt (1st degree)
Sherjil Janjua has many years of experience from both training, teaching and international competition.
More about Sherjil JanjuaThroughout his career, he has developed a deep technical understanding of the sport, combined with a strong focus on performance development and long-term progression. He has also won several international medals as an active competitor.Sherjil teaches in both Gi and No-Gi, and is known for his ability to make advanced techniques easy to understand. His training is based on fundamental principles, effective solutions, and details that foster development over time.His goal is to help each individual athlete develop skills, confidence, and understanding – whether the goal is to get started in the sport or to perform at a high level.
Emma
Emma is an active BJJ practitioner with a brown belt
Emma has several strong international results. Among her greatest merits are gold in the 2024 No-Gi World Championship and gold in the 2025 No-Gi European Championship.
More about EmmaShe has a background from Wang Toppidrett and many years of experience as a coach. Through her own dedication and instructor role, she has gained solid expertise in technical training, physical development, and athlete follow-up at various levels.For Emma, BJJ is not just about results, but also about the joy of training, mastery, and personal development. She is passionate about making the sport accessible and motivating for everyone.
Brand new to BJJ?
Here are some common terms in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
