IBJJA: Elevating Excellence in Indian Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Building a legacy of leadership, technical mastery, and elite community.
Vision & MISSION
To elevate Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in India from a fragmented, disorganized sector into a prestigious, professional, and leading national sport. We aim to build an infrastructure of excellence that breeds world-class champions, attracts international sponsors, and serves as a role model for sports associations across Asia.
Our Mission is to unify the Indian BJJ community under one professional roof. Our mission is to create an ecosystem that places the athlete's and academy's experience at the center, eradicating the low standards of the past. We are committed to delivering premium-grade competitions, unified rule sets, advanced technology, and absolute transparency—driven by a long-term vision and true partnership with local academies.
The Leadership Team
Eli Poplinger
Founder
Eli Poplinger, CEO of Hygear and owner of Pro Fighter Academy, is a former European, & world Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion. He brings the values, discipline, and proven codes of martial arts into the business world, applying what works on the mat to achieve success in business.
Mangu Kiran
Co-Founder
A health-driven Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner dedicated to strengthening mind, body, and spirit. Serving as Head of Grassroots Development at the Institute of Jiu-Jitsu and a Strength & Conditioning Coach.
Rohit Vasudevan
Co-Founder
A brown belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under the guidance of world champion Yuri Simões, he has turned his passion for martial arts and research methodology into the Institute of jiu Jitsu, Bangalore - a pioneering grappling academy in India
Sharath Kumar B
Co-Founder
Sharath, Business Director at Hygear India, leads a team dedicated to transforming wellness through innovative products that build small, impactful habits. An entrepreneur at heart, he channels his passion for health and leadership into empowering people to embrace lasting, positive change.