Why We Don't Wear Karate Kimonos for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Karate Gi's, Judo Gi's, Tae Kwon Do Gi's - whatnotice, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kimonos have a very
do they all have in common? They all rip whenthick fabric and are reinforced around all joints
you use them for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Everyone hasespecially in the arm pits and between the legs
done it at some point, and they all learn the hardand on the knees, as these are the most
way. Split pants, torn kimonos, ripped sleeves; acommon areas where rips occur. They also have
Gi must stand up to the demands that the sportvery thick collars which make it harder to tear
puts on it.when your opponent is pulling on it.
Karate Gi's and Tae Kwon Do Gi's are specific forAnother thing that makes Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
that sport. The opponents in these sports do notKimonos unique is their designs and styles. There
grab the Gi, so there's no reason to reinforceare so many styles to choose from, so finding a
them. They are usually very thin and flimsy, sostyle that suits you is made very easily. You can
the athlete can kick and punch in them. Judo Gi'schoose different colors, different looks, and add
are a little more durable, however they are not asyour own style to them with patches that reflect
durable as Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi's. They are baggier,your team, etc.
so it makes it harder to throw your opponent andGi's are made different for their individual sports.
the pants are extremely thin because it's illegal toBJJ is no different. Over the years, the Brazilian Jiu
grab the pants in Judo.Jitsu Kimono manufacturers have modified and
Brazilian Jiu jitsu Kimonos or Gi's, on the otherreinforced them so many times, they are now
hand, have a unique style because of the uniqueincredibly durable. All the name brands are very
nature of the sport. It incorporates elements ofgood quality. Get a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kimono that
Judo, but because so much time is spent on thehas the design and style you want and have fun
ground, other factors come into play. If youtraining.