First Responders Jiu-Jitsu Grappling Weave Belt
Roll with purpose. Support those who serve.
Show your support for First Responders, Veterans, and their families with this meaningful collaboration belt featuring the embroidered logo of the First Responders Foundation. With every Kataaro-exclusive belt purchased, $25 is donated directly to the First Responders Foundation’s Law Enforcement partnership program—helping Police Officers, Firefighters, and Veterans access Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training.
Crafted from three layers of durable 100% cotton Grappling Weave, this belt delivers a balance of firmness and flexibility, tying securely with a dependable knot. The split core design features red on Side 1 and blue on Side 2, representing the Thin Red Line and Thin Blue Line—symbols of those who stand between chaos and order in service to others.
A meaningful symbol, backed by real-world impact. The First Responders Foundation integrates professional counseling with Jiu-Jitsu training, often bringing individuals directly onto the mats as part of a broader approach to processing stress and trauma.
Research continues to support the impact of this training. A study conducted in Marietta, Georgia found that Police Officers who train in Jiu-Jitsu:
- Are 48% less likely to sustain injury during an arrest.
- See suspect injuries reduced by 53%.
- Have reported zero excessive force allegations since the program’s implementation.
To learn more about the Marietta study and law enforcement partnerships with BJJ schools, visit Gracie University.
Hand-crafted. American-made. - You've earned it. -
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Product Details
- Included Logo: Embroidered First Responders Foundation (FRF) logo on label end.
- Construction: Three layers of 100% cotton grappling weave for a knot with great hold.
- Width: Limited to 1.75" belt width.
- Rank Sleeve: 4.5" rank sleeve (rank bar), unless requested otherwise.
- Rank Stripes: Optional ¾" instructor trim and ½" rank stripes with ⅛" spacing.
- Belt Ends: Premium folded and sewn belt ends.
- Craftsmanship: Handcrafted in the USA by Kataaro.
Care Note: Washing your Kataaro Grappling Weave Belt may result in up to 8% length shrinkage.
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Embroidery Information
Each side of the belt may include up to two lines of custom embroidery. Logo files can be uploaded, and any additional requests may be noted in the Special Instructions box below.
When selecting the Front-Back embroidery option, up to two additional lines may be embroidered on the back of each side. Please include all back-surface embroidery details in the Special Instructions box.
Choose the ideal embroidery for this belt
For maximum legibility on the textured Grappling Weave surface, choose clean, non-serif or block fonts like Arial, Ethnocentric, or Rockwell. These styles provide stronger contrast and readability. Red and blue thread colors are especially effective, complementing the belt’s dual-color core for a cohesive look.
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