The Vibrancy of Healthy Masculinity is a community-driven initiative that promotes healthy masculinity through meaningful, uplifting activities such as fishing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This event brings people together in connection, purpose, and shared responsibility. Open to everyone—men, women, families, and children.

A significant portion of all proceeds will be directed towards funding qualified therapeutic sessions for men experiencing domestic violence, suicidal ideation, and homelessness—supporting real change where it is most needed.

The event is a vibrant and uplifting community gathering

featuring:

1. A live Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu demonstration

2. A heartfelt talk sharing a true story of courage and resilience: an interview with the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor, Antonio Lauro. He is one of the few instructors in Australia who learned straight from the Gracie family in Brazil (The Gracies are the family who developed Jiu-Jitsu and led it to become one of the most important martial arts worldwide in today's days)

2. A celebration of Brazilian culture through dance

3. The official announcement of the fishing competition winner

4. A lively atmosphere complemented by a traditional Brazilian barbecue

This will be a day of connection, inspiration, and celebration for all involved.Open to everyone—men, women, families, and children

During Men’s Health Week, participants across Brisbane (SouthEast Queensland area ONLY) are invited to take part in a fishing experience for a powerful cause. Open to everyone—men, women, families, and children—this initiative encourages quality time in nature while contributing to a meaningful mission.

Each fish caught throughout the week will be recorded via an app, and on the final day, Grounded Living will proudly announce the competition winner.

We warmly invite businesses and organisations to partner with us.

Sponsoring this event is an opportunity to align with a strong and meaningful social responsibility—supporting the promotion of healthy masculinity and the prevention of domestic violence, suicide, and homelessness.

Join us in making a tangible impact. Sponsor, donate, and be part of something that truly matters.

We would love to see you, your family, and your friends participate throughout the week—and especially on the event day. Come along, cast a line, and celebrate life, connection, and community with us.

You are also invited to become an Affiliated Member of Grounded Living Inc., gaining access to our activities and community initiatives.

Further information is available upon request.

This event is proudly supported by:

2 Bent Rods: teaches people how to fish and enjoy such a healthy activity

Academy of Grounding: one of the best academies of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Brisbane (and Australia)

Churra Chi: knows how to cook one of the best Brazilian Churrasco in Brisbane.