Jean-Marc (JM) De Groot
@vanislebjj
Current Training Academy: Van Isle Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Member since October 2026
Member Bio
Jean-Marc (JM) de Groot is a first-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, co-owner, and head coach of Van Isle Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Victoria, British Columbia. Alongside his brother Matthew de Groot, he has helped build a respected, family-operated academy. With approximately 19 years of BJJ experience, Jean-Marc earned his black belt under Filip Matos and Bibiano Fernandes. His training journey has included renowned academies such as ATOS Jiu-Jitsu, Cobrinha's Academy, and Lovato's School of Jiu-Jitsu. An accomplished international competitor, Jean-Marc is a five-time IBJJF World Championship competitor and a 2022 IBJJF World Master silver medalist. As a coach, he emphasizes technical precision, strong fundamentals, and helping students develop confidence and skill on the mats.
Competition History
๐ก๐ข๐ง๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ ๐๐ก๐ง๐ฆ - 2022 โ IBJJF World Master Championship: Silver Medal, Black Belt, Master 1, Light Featherweight. - 2018 โ IBJJF American National Championship: Gold Medal, Brown Belt, Roosterweight. - 2018 โ IBJJF American National No-Gi Championship: Silver Medal, Brown Belt, Light Featherweight. - 2018 โ IBJJF Pan American Championship: Bronze Medal, Brown Belt, Roosterweight. - 2017 โ IBJJF No-Gi World Championship: Bronze Medal, Purple Belt, Light Featherweight. - 2014 โ IBJJF Seattle Open: Gold Medal, Purple Belt, Light Featherweight. Jean-Marc is a five-time IBJJF World Championship competitor. His 2022 World Master silver medal came after reaching the black belt final against Joรฃo Miyao.
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