King Charles met with leading figures in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community during a visit to the Roger Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Hammersmith, west London, on Wednesday. The monarch explored the growing martial art firsthand, observing training sessions that included rapper Tinie Tempah, who has taken up the sport.

During the visit, Charles learned about Reorg, a charity that supports military personnel, veterans, and emergency service workers by teaching them Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The King expressed interest in expanding the sport’s reach as a positive tool for young people, discussing the potential benefits of its discipline and physical engagement.

Tempah, who was present during the visit, recounted how the King raised the idea of using the martial art to help children. The rapper, who credits actor Tom Hardy for introducing him to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, acknowledged that supporting youth development through the sport aligns with his own ambitions.

The visit highlights growing recognition of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a resource for fostering resilience and discipline among diverse communities, including young people and those serving in demanding public roles. By engaging with practitioners and organizations like Reorg, King Charles signaled support for initiatives that use sports to promote wellbeing and social inclusion.