The Gentle Art Terms Tee
Jiu-jitsu gets called the gentle art right up until someone stacks you on your neck. The back of this one spells out the fine print every grappler already signed.
- A back print people stop to read. Ten clauses of terms and conditions every grappler has already agreed to without signing anything.
- Clean from the front. One small orange monogram on the chest, so it reads as plain black until you turn around.
- Three print zones. Chest monogram, full terms across the back, monogram down the left sleeve.
- Heavy 260 GSM cotton. Holds its shape wash after wash instead of going limp.
- Oversized, boxy cut, S to 3XL. Dropped shoulders and a straight hem.
The story
Mat burn and one permanently crooked finger are features, not defects. Soreness is non-refundable and may not appear until 48 hours after purchase. Egos are carried at the owner's risk, and items left on the mat are not recoverable.
The back of this tee reads like a contract because that's what training is. Nobody hands you the terms on day one, but you accept every one of them the first time you slap hands. The last line is the only clause that matters: by wearing this you agree to show up tomorrow.
Specs
Fit & care
Cut oversized on purpose, boxy through the body with a dropped shoulder. Take your usual size for the intended look, or size down one if you'd rather it sat closer. Lay the size chart against a tee you already wear before ordering.
The back print carries a lot of fine detail, so treat it well: inside out, cold wash, hang dry. No tumble dryer and no iron over the graphic.
FAQ
What actually reads on the back?
Ten numbered clauses under a Gentle Art terms-and-conditions heading, covering mat burn, soreness, the tap, egos and belt timelines, finishing with the line that by wearing it you agree to show up tomorrow.
Is the front plain?
Close to it. One small orange interlocking monogram sits high on the chest and nothing else, so it reads as a plain black tee from the front.
What size should I order?
It's cut oversized. Take your usual size for the intended boxy fit, or size down one for a closer fit. Check the size chart against a tee you already own.
Will the small back text hold up in the wash?
Treat it right and it will. Inside out, cold wash, hang dry, and never iron over the print. Heat is what breaks down fine detail.
Do I get free shipping on this one?
No. This tee is made to order, so shipping is calculated at checkout rather than covered by the stocked-range threshold. AU delivery runs 5 to 10 business days.
Pair it with: Street Mantra Statement Hoodie — layer over it and keep the terms for the people behind you.