Escape to the Baltic coast for an unforgettable week of sun, sea, sand, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the BJJ Globetrotters Beach Camp in Pärnu, Estonia from July 21st to 26th, 2025. This enchanting summer gem, known as the "Summer Capital of Estonia," offers a perfect blend of sparkling blue seas, rolling white sand dunes, and a vibrant beach town atmosphere.
Immerse yourself in six days of intensive BJJ training with over 25 black belt instructors from around the world, offering more than 45 gi and no-gi classes and 25+ hours of open mats. The camp welcomes grapplers of all experience levels and affiliations, fostering an open and inclusive environment for learning and growth.
Off the mats, explore Pärnu's beautiful parks, indulge in spa treatments, and enjoy the bustling restaurant and pub scene. Venture into the surrounding countryside for nature walks, horse riding, fishing, and adventurous hikes or canoe trips along the rivers and flooded bogs of Soomaa National Park. With easy bus connections from Tallinn and Riga, the BJJ Globetrotters Beach Camp Estonia is the ultimate summer destination for Jiu Jitsu enthusiasts seeking to combine their passion with a memorable beach vacation.
Escape to the Baltic coast for an unforgettable week of sun, sea, sand, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the BJJ Globetrotters Beach Camp in Pärnu, Estonia from July 21st to 26th, 2025. This enchanting summer gem, known as the "Summer Capital of Estonia," offers a perfect blend of sparkling blue seas, rolling white sand dunes, and a vibrant beach town atmosphere.
Immerse yourself in six days of intensive BJJ training with over 25 black belt instructors from around the world, offering more than 45 gi and no-gi classes and 25+ hours of open mats. The camp welcomes grapplers of all experience levels and affiliations, fostering an open and inclusive environment for learning and growth.
Off the mats, explore Pärnu's beautiful parks, indulge in spa treatments, and enjoy the bustling restaurant and pub scene. Venture into the surrounding countryside for nature walks, horse riding, fishing, and adventurous hikes or canoe trips along the rivers and flooded bogs of Soomaa National Park. With easy bus connections from Tallinn and Riga, the BJJ Globetrotters Beach Camp Estonia is the ultimate summer destination for Jiu Jitsu enthusiasts seeking to combine their passion with a memorable beach vacation.
The BJJ Globetrotters Beach Camp Estonia offers an immersive Jiu Jitsu experience combined with the charm and beauty of Pärnu's coastal setting. With a massive mat space, an extensive schedule of classes and open mats, and a diverse lineup of world-class black belt instructors, this six-day camp provides an unparalleled opportunity for growth and development in your BJJ journey.Off the mats, you'll have ample time to enjoy Pärnu's stunning beaches, explore the surrounding countryside, and connect with fellow Jiu Jitsu enthusiasts from around the world. Daily morning yoga sessions will help you stay limber and loose throughout the intensive training week.As a special bonus, early registrants can take advantage of custom designed camp gi and rashguard offers to commemorate their experience. The camp classes will also be professionally filmed and made available in an online video library, allowing you to revisit and continue learning from the techniques long after the camp has ended. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to elevate your BJJ skills while soaking up the sun and culture of Estonia's beautiful Baltic coast!
Jorgen Matsi
- From Tartu, Estonia
- BJJ black belt
- Founder of first Estonian MMA & BJJ club
- Practicing sports psychologist counselor
- Once saw a Gracie in an airport bathroom
Jukka-Pekka Väisänen
- From Helsinki, Finland
- BJJ & Judo black belt
- Chief Engineer at BJJHeadStart
- BJJ instructor at Hipko
- Has a small moose farm up north
Laura Rättyä
- From Helsinki, Finland
- BJJ black belt
- Gold No-Gi Finnish Nationals '22
- Mostly rocking the 2nd or 3rd place
- Former Finnish curling pro
Tom Dowdall
- From Ontario, Canada
- BJJ black belt
- 6 times European no champion
- 30+ years of Jiu Jitsu
- Has a meme for every question in class
Giles Garcia
- From Glasgow, Scotland
- BJJ black belt
- Ronin Grappling head coach
- Gold 2018 IBJJF British+Munich+Paris Open
- The quiet/shy type at parties
Sebastiaan Munter
- From Heemskerk, Netherlands
- BJJ & Judo black belt
- Head coach of Bushido BJJ
- Former Dutch champion
- Actually enjoys Minttu shots
Maaria Haltsonen
- From Imatra, Finland
- BJJ black belt
- Bachelor of Sports and Exercise Medicine
- Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200)
- Has never, ever tapped to a banana split
Bryan White
- From Pennsylvania, United States
- BJJ black belt
- 18 years police officer
- Law enforcement self defense instructor
- Once arrested someone for pulling guard
Christian Graugart
- From Saint Barthélemy, F.W.I.
- Author of The BJJ Globetrotter
- 2nd place IBJJF Europeans brown belt
- IBJJF London Open black belt champion
- Multiple x IBJJF default bronze medalist
Brad Wolfson
- From Connecticut, United States
- BJJ Black Belt
- Connecticut Open Champion 2014
- Owner of Soulcraft Academy
- Has extraordinary sharp forearms
Will Dorman
- From Florida, United States
- BJJ black belt
- Won some stuff, drank a lot of beer
- Golden Croissant Surf Champ 2023
- Once armbarred a moose in Alaska
Gareth McNamara
- From Dublin, Ireland
- Judo & BJJ black belt
- Former Irish Judo Champion
- IBJJF World, European & Asian medalist
- Will footsweep you using beer only
Juditte Diab
- From Oslo, Norway
- BJJ blue belt
- Nutritionist and yoga teacher
- Dessert enthusiast (eating, not cooking)
- Favorite stretch is reaching for the cake
What is the location of the camp?
The camp will take place in Spordihall Pärnu (Pärnu Sports Hall), Riia maantee 129, Pärnu, Estonia.
How do I get there?
The closest airports are Tallinn (TLL) and Riga (RIX). Pärnu is easily reachable by bus from both (less than two hours from Tallinn, and less than three from Riga).
Is there a minimum age for participation?
You have to be at least 18 years old in order to attend the camp. The only exception is our family friendly camp in Austria, where kids can participate together with at least one adult. Our minimum age required to participate in the camp without an adult is 18 years and unfortunately we can not make any exceptions. If we allowed one, we would have to allow all and then we could end up having hundreds of teenagers at the camps every year.
I'm not sure if I'm free on those dates yet and/or can't afford to buy a ticket right now. Can I reserve a spot at the camp and pay later once I've made my decision/ saved enough money?
Sorry, but we can't bookmark spots for people in advance. It would make it far too difficult to accurately determine how many spots are still available, and would cause additional confusion if people then cancel their reserved spots on short notice. To make it fair for everyone, we only secure camp spots for people who have bought a ticket.
I'll be nearby during the dates of the camp. Can I drop in for just one day / one class / one open mat?
Unfortunately, this isn't possible. The logistics of trying to keep track of day tickets for these camps would be a nightmare. Not to mention that if we allow one person to drop by, we have to allow everyone to drop by, and then we'd risk not having enough mat space for the people who actually paid for the full camp. Also, we often have a long waiting list for camp tickets, and it wouldn't be fair to those people if we let someone skip the list and come for a day. Same deal for everyone!:-)
Can I bring my kids to sit around/on the mats during the camp?
In order to create a quiet and focused training environment for the camp classes, we ask you to not bring your kids to the training area during camp. It would not be much of an issue with one or two, but if we allow one, we have to allow all and then we could risk suddenly having way too many babies and children there. Thank you for your understanding of this.
What are the terms and conditions of the booking?
Here you go.
Is it safe?
Yes :)
How many gis should I bring?
It depends on how much you want to train and if you also train nogi. We recommend two gis, that's enough for most people. Some people switch their days between gi and no-gi, and can do with a single gi.
Will I be allowed to film during the camp?
Yes, but always check with the instructor beforehand.
I only train with/without the gi, will there be enough training for me?
Yes! We promise there'll be more classes than you can possibly handle.
Where do the participants come from?
Our camps are usually attended by happy people from all over the world.
What language will the classes be taught in?
All classes are in English.
How can I coordinate rideshares with other campers to/from camp?
In our camp app there is a rideshare feature where you can post if you look for a ride, passengers or just someone to share a taxi or train with.
Is it possible to buy private lessons at camp?
We don't allow selling of any kind of services or products at the camp, including private lessons, massages, therapy, treatment, merchandise etc. This applies to both instructors and participants. So the answer is yes, but it has to be free :)
Is this just a BJJ camp?
Yes.
Will I receive a ticket in the mail?
There are no physical tickets for the camps. Your name is on our list when you arrive and check in.
When will there be training?
Training is running all day, every day!
I'm a complete beginner, can I still join?
Yes!! We have many hundreds beginners participate in our camps, every year.
I have booked a spot but have to cancel. Can I get a refund?
All bookings are non-refundable. You are most welcome to sell your spot to someone else, just let us know about it. In case the camp is sold out, we might have a waiting list you can obtain by emailing us. Click here for more information
Where do the participants come from?
All over the world.
What other camps are you hosting?
See our full schedule of camps here!
Is it possible to test for belt promotion?
The Council of Traveling Black Belts can offer a brutally honest evaluations of skill level at our camps – no belt promotion guaranteed, naturally. If you’re interested in the opinion of the instructors at a camp, shoot us an email with a description of your training career as well as link to a verified profile on www.beltchecker.com and we’ll catch you on the mats for a few rolls and some feedback. We do not consider anyone for promotion who already have an instructor or are in between gyms.
The Summer Capital of Estonia, Pärnu has been famous since the 19th century as a beach and resort destination that draws visitors from all over northern Europe. As well as sparkling blue seas and rolling white sand dunes, it’s got beautiful parks, spas, concert venues, golf courses, tennis courts, and a bustling restaurant and pub scene. The surrounding countryside has even more options: nature walks, horse riding, fishing, hunting trips, and adventurous hikes or canoe trips along the rivers and flooded bogs of Soomaa National Park. And if you feel like testing your sea legs you can take a trip out to Kihnu Island, which is famous for its handicrafts and traditional Estonian clothing that is still worn everyday.
VENUE: Spordihall Pärnu (Pärnu Sports Hall, Riia mnt 129, 80010 Pärnu) is a multi-purpose indoor arena located less than 5 minutes drive (or a short walk / electric scooter ride) from the city centre and the beach. We have access to over 1400 m2 of space, so we’ll be able to fit plenty of mats in there! Built in 2009, the top modern sports hall has all the facilities we need for hosting a large summer camp with several hundred participants.
PÄRNU BEACH: The beating heart of Pärnu’s tourist scene is the beach, located less than 15 minutes’ walk from the city centre. The water is shallow and warms up quickly in the sun, making it ideal for windsurfing, kitesurfing, skimboarding, and stand-up paddleboarding. There’s also a romantic promenade that features several places serving food and drink, that are open until the late hours of the night – perfect place to relax and watch the sunset
Pärnu has everything from backpacker hostels to 5-star hotels to choose from. There are also plenty of Airbnb options in the city. Please note that the camp coincides with the busy travel season, so we recommend that you nail down your accommodation as soon as possible. We suggest you take a look at sites like AirBnB or Booking.com.
SCHEDULE & GUIDEBOOK
Schedule and guidebook will be sent out roughly a week prior to camp
Click here to see last year’s guidebook
* Training from 9-19 all days *
* The first training session will be on Monday afternoon, and the last one on Saturday morning *
* Don’t miss the final party on Saturday night! *
