Does religion has a place on the mats? It started with the famous Jesus did not tap t shirts. At the time, it was more related to the market of MMA fans so it just did not bother me. But recently, there is a new brand of BJJ gi with a religious message: DeuS Fight Co. Now my question is does religion has a place on the mats? As an instructor, should I keep the mats a neutral location for learning of Jiu Jitsu without having to influence and put my religious ideas to the students? It is no secret that some BJJ instructors openly share their views religious and political views on their Facebook: islamophobia, anti-immigrant etc... What type of role model are they trying to be?  Is it just easier to advertise their political and religious and attract students that share their beliefs? Is it fair for the so called role model in our community to be able to influence young members in such ways?  If they post on facebook, do they preach their...

I just read that this professional instructor made a write up that you shall not promote someone else students! Like he ownes the students! Beware of such mentality, that how it starts. 

BJJ classes: Tuesday and Thursday from 6 pm to 7.30 pm Judo classes: Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 6 pm to 8 pm. Saturday 11 am to 12.30 pm, How much: $20 per week via A/P. No contract. Where:  6 Woodhall Road, Epsom, AUCKLAND, NZ. First class for 2015 is Tuesday 6 jan 2015.