09/09/2025
👋 Welcome to Toy Factory BJJ!
Our journey began a few years ago in Christchurch, inside an old toy factory called Escor. With just a few mats and a passion for Jiu-Jitsu, we started small—and one of our students suggested the name Toy Factory BJJ. It’s a reminder of our roots and the playful spirit we bring to training.
From those humble beginnings, we’ve already achieved big things. Even with just two competitors at the end of the pandemic in 2023, we proudly brought home both gold and silver medals.
I’m Nabil, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and karate black belt, with a lifelong love for martial arts that has taken me around the world to learn from some of the best. By my side is Samir, also a BJJ black belt and a three-time gold medalist, whose dedication and skill help drive our team forward.
At Toy Factory BJJ, our motto is: “No ego, far we go.” For us, Jiu-Jitsu is about more than just competition—it’s about growth, respect, and community. As Albert Einstein once said: “Play is the highest form of research.”
With that spirit, our mission is simple: to create champions on the mats, and good people off them. We’d love for you to come join our journey. 💪🥋