3rd Rolling for Vida - Charity Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar

The heart of a warrior is not just measured by strength but by resilience, compassion, and the ability to inspire those around them. Vida Rondon Monje, though she never took her first breath, left an everlasting mark on our hearts. Her name, meaning “Life” in Brazilian Portuguese, symbolizes the spirit of perseverance and love that continues to guide us.

Even though Vida never had the opportunity to take her first breath, may have been taken from us too soon, despite of her time with us was short, her impact was profound. Like a delicate butterfly, she touched the lives of all who were excited expecting her arrival, but her spirit continues to guide us as we navigate life's challenges.

In her memory, we unite once again, bringing together the Jiu Jitsu community to celebrate her legacy and raise funds for the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation.

This seminar is more than just a Jiu Jitsu event; it is a gathering of family, friends, and martial artists with a shared purpose, to honor Vida, support an incredible cause, and transform grief into meaningful action.

📅 Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Alliance BJJ Calgary - 1172 - 137 Ave SE Calgary, AB

🔹 Sharlene Cairns – BJJ Black Belt from 10th Planet Calgary

🔹 AJ Scales – BJJ Black Belt from Complete MMA Regina

Last year (2025), thanks to your incredible support, we raised $6,012.75, surpassing our $4,000 goal! This year, with donations and ticket purchases and a few other initiatives, we’re setting our new target to $7,500, with all proceeds going directly to the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation.

Let’s make an even bigger impact together!

Whether you roll with us or donate through our Donation Page, your generosity makes a difference.

🌟 Donations Welcome 🌟

If you are unable to attend but would still like to contribute, donations can be made through our fundraising page:

🔗 https://my.childrenshospital.ab.ca/fundraiser/4753197

📅 May 26, 2024 – Upper / Alliance Jiu Jitsu Calgary (First Event)

👥 Instructors:

🔹 Fiona Geisinger (BJJ Black Belt, Judo Brown Belt) – @fiona_athletic.arts
🔹 Drew Weatherhead (BJJ Black Belt) – @because_jitsu / @drew.weatherhead

We raised $2,963.75, surpassing our $2,000 goal!

All proceeds are going directly to the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation.

📅 May 25, 2025 – Upper / Alliance Jiu Jitsu Calgary (Second Event)

👥 Instructors:

🔹 Diana Trang – BJJ Black Belt from Satori YYC (Calgary)

🔹 Matthew Soroka – BJJ Black Belt from Grapple Lab Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Toronto)

We raised $6,012.75, surpassing our $4,000 goal!

All proceeds are going directly to the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation.

🙏 Thank you for your support. Let’s roll for Vida!

Raphael & Jennie

About Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation

We are proud to be supporting the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation. Did you know the hospital cares for more than 100,000 kids every year? Every child deserves access to the best care possible.

Your support of child health care, programs and research through the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation is helping experts continue to deliver the best care possible to kids who need it, when they need it.

Thank you for helping us reach my fundraising goal and if you’re inspired, please share this initiative with friends and family.

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