Technical Director / Head Professor

Professor Kenneth Tan Wei Jieh

At the helm of our technical direction, Professor Kenneth Tan Wei Jieh leads with authority, precision, and a deep commitment to excellence. As Technical Director and Head Professor, he ensures that every aspect of the Twister Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programme is delivered with authenticity, structure, and world-class standards.

With extensive experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and international competition, Professor Kenneth oversees curriculum development, grading integrity, and the technical progression of all students. His approach is rooted in discipline, detail, and a clear pathway for growth—guiding practitioners from fundamentals to advanced performance with consistency and purpose.

A highly decorated competitor, Professor Kenneth has achieved success across some of the most prestigious platforms in the sport. His accomplishments include:

• 33rd SEA Games Bronze Medallist – Ju Jitsu Mixed Team Event (2025, Thailand) 
• JJAU Southeast Asia Regional Champion (Gold) (2025, Philippines) 
• 2× Singapore National Champion (Gold) (2025, 2026) 
• UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Champion (Gold) (2024, UAE) 
• 2× IBJJF Pan Pacific Champion (Gold) (2022, 2023, Australia) 
• IBJJF Asian Open Silver Medallist (2024, Japan) 
• UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Sydney Tour Bronze Medallist (2023, Australia) 
• IBJJF Asian Open Bronze Medallist (2023, Japan) 
• Grappling Industries Silver Medallist (2021, United Kingdom) 
• Pan Asian BJJ International Open Champion (Gold) (2018, Philippines) 
• Shenzhen BJJ International Open Champion (Gold) (2017, China) 
• Subzero Submission Grappling Silver Medallist (2017, Malaysia) 
• Dumau Asian Open Champion (Gold) (2017, Singapore) 
• Southeast Asian Grappling Challenge Silver Medallist (2017, Singapore) 
• Copa de Bangkok BJJ Open Silver Medallist (2016, Thailand) 
• Kuala Lumpur BJJ Open Champion (Gold) (2015, Malaysia) 
• Southeast Asian Grappling Challenge Silver Medallist (2015, Singapore) 

Through his leadership, the programme is built not just on technique, but on a culture of excellence, respect, and continuous development—setting the standard for what a modern Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy should be.