BJJ is a Martial Art that focuses on ground fighting using position, transition and submission to overcome your opponent.

What is the difference between BJJ and Wrestling?

The difference between Wrestling is that the goal of Wrestling is to win via pin whereas the goal in BJJ is to win via submission. In Wrestling the goal is the top position but in BJJ there is equal focus on the top and bottom position. Wrestling has a greater focus on stand-up grappling and BJJ has a greater focus on ground grappling.

What will I learn in the BJJ class?

You will learn the essential skills of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as we guide you from White Belt all the way up to your Black Belt. You will learn the different skills such as takedowns, reversals, escapes, passes and submission and how to effectively apply them in training, competition or for self-defence.

What Ages can train in BJJ?

We have classes for all ages and skill levels. We have a 3-5 years juniors class, we have a 6-12 years Primary class, we have a 13-15 years Teens class and our Adults classes which are 13 years and up.

How are the BJJ classes Structured?

We split our classes up into Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced students. Each group has their own Instructor who will teach them the skills most applicable to their level of jiu jitsu. We have a grading syllabus where you will learn the moves of BJJ to progress to the next level. As your rank moves forward you will move up from Beginner, to Intermediate and eventually the Advanced class.

Do you have Women’s Only BJJ Classes?

Yes, we have Women’s only BJJ classes at Kings Academy. We have both Women’s Gi and No Gi BJJ class available.

Why should I train at Kings Academy?

Kings Academy is the Premier Martial Arts Academy in Sydney. We have World Class coaching in a World Class Academy. We have everything you need under one roof with classes in BJJ, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Mixed Martial Arts and Hot Yoga. We also have the most comprehensive facility in not only Sydney, but Australia with a large, matted training area, a cage, a ring, a Yoga room, a Sauna, a weights room, a hyperbaric oxygen chamber, and more. Why would you go anywhere else?

Is there a uniform for BJJ?

Yes, there is a uniform for BJJ. For our Gi classes you will require a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi (sometimes called a Kimono) and for our NoGi classes you will need a Rashguard and Grappling shorts. As a Kings Academy member, you must have the Gyms logo on your uniforms.

Do I need a BJJ uniform to start BJJ?

You don’t need a uniform to do a trial. We recommend you get one as soon as possible once you join the Academy.

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If you're looking for a sport that can improve both your physical and mental health, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a great option. BJJ can provide numerous benefits that extend far beyond the mat.

At its core, BJJ is about using technique and leverage to subdue your opponent. It's a martial art that prioritises ground fighting, which makes it an excellent self-defence tool. But beyond that, learning BJJ can teach students a range of transferable skills that will serve them well throughout their lives.

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First, BJJ is an extraordinary full-body workout. It's an excellent way to build strength, boost your endurance and improve your flexibility. Consistent training can also improve your cardiovascular health and help with weight management. Not to mention, the high-intensity nature of BJJ can help with stress reduction on top of the inherent benefits of exercise.

BJJ also encourages intellectual engagement. Learning the various techniques and strategies within the sport requires critical thinking and problem-solving skills, helping students fine-tune their cognitive abilities.

Beyond physical benefits, BJJ promotes a sense of community. With our BJJ gym available right here in Sydney, students can build relationships with people from different backgrounds and ages, creating a strong social support system.

Whether you're looking to improve your physical fitness and mental well-being or build strong connections with a community, BJJ is an excellent choice for Kings Academy students. Reach out to us for more information.

BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU AT KINGS ACADEMY

In our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) class, you will learn how to take down and throw an opponent. We teach the essential skills of Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, from takedown to submission. Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a ground fighting method that emphasizes position, control and submissions using chokes, arm locks and leg locks. It also teaches you to dominate and control an opponent positionally as well as all the escapes to these positions. You will also learn how to submit your opponent using a variety of finishing holds, such as chokes, arm locks, shoulder locks, leg locks and more. We are official representatives of Carlos Machado Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with a long and respected history.

At Kings Academy we BJJ classes for Children (3-5 years), Juniors (6-12 years), Teens (13-15 years) and Adults (13+ years) as well as Women's only BJJ classes. Contact us for more information.

Come and train at Sydney's No.1 BJJ club located in Moorebank and servicing Liverpool and Western Sydney. To be the best, train with the best. The most comprehensive and enjoyable martial arts classes you'll find!

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THE HISTORY OF BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU

Jiu-Jitsu, or "gentle art," is the oldest of the martial arts. It originated in India more than 2000 years before Christ as a method of defence for monks who could not use any type of weapons during barbarian attacks. It spread through China and took root in Japan, becoming the first martial art style. The samurai clans in Japan adopted Jiu-Jitsu as their own traditional style to defeat an opponent.

Japanese Jiu-Jitsu champion Esai Maeda moved to Brazil in 1914 where he was key in establishing a Japanese immigrant community. His efforts were aided by Gast'o Gracie, a Brazilian scholar and politician. To express his gratitude for Gracie's assistance, Maeda taught the Brazilian's oldest son Carlos the ancient martial arts technique. Carlos taught these techniques to his four brothers, which resulted in the first Gracie Jiu-Jitsu academy in Brazil in 1925. Teaching the art was their passion.

In the following decades, Carlos's family became the driving force that refined the art into the form we see today. Rio de Janeiro became a proving ground for the no-rules fighting (known as Vale Tudo) strategy and technique. BJJ schools popped up everywhere and a sporting aspect was developed that helped the art grow tremendously. It became obvious that almost all fights, with limited or no rules, ended up being contested on the ground.

The Machado Brothers (cousins of the Gracies) have developed their own system of Jiu-Jitsu over the last two decades. They have refined their Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu into a modern and unique style which is increasingly popular in the United States. The system is rooted in one-on-one ground fighting, achieving superior position for joint locks, chokes and strikes. Their family has demonstrated the effectiveness of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in many no-rules tournaments. They have demonstrated superiority on the mat by winning numerous Brazilian championships and national and world titles in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Russian sambo and even western wrestling.

BJJ was brought to Australia by John Will who was a pioneer of the Martial Arts. He discovered BJJ in the late 80's and brought it to Australia after meeting the Machado Brothers overseas. He is considered one of the Dirty Dozen; one of the first dozen non-Brazilian BJJ Black Belts ever awarded. One of his students was Anthony Lange, up in Sydney, and this is where Chief Instructor Elvis Sinosic started his BJJ journey after discovering BJJ in the pages of Bliz magazine (owned and operated by John B Will at the time). Elvis started training in the art of Machado Jiu Jiu Jitsu. Though there were many BJJ and Grappling competitions happening around, the first every official AFBJJ Pan Pacific Championships occurred in 1998. Chief Instructor Elvis won the Blue/Purple (back then due to the limited number of competitors was a combined division) Open Division, winning the highest ranked division here in Australia.

What is BJJ?

BJJ is a Martial Art that focuses on ground fighting using position, transition and submission to overcome your opponent.
What is the difference between BJJ and Wrestling?

The difference between Wrestling is that the goal of Wrestling is to win via pin whereas the goal in BJJ is to win via submission. In Wrestling the goal is the top position but in BJJ there is equal focus on the top and bottom position. Wrestling has a greater focus on stand-up grappling and BJJ has a greater focus on ground grappling.
What will I learn in the BJJ class?

You will learn the essential skills of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as we guide you from White Belt all the way up to your Black Belt. You will learn the different skills such as takedowns, reversals, escapes, passes and submission and how to effectively apply them in training, competition or for self-defence.
What Ages can train in BJJ?

We have classes for all ages and skill levels. We have a 3-5 years juniors class, we have a 6-12 years Primary class, we have a 13-15 years Teens class and our Adults classes which are 13 years and up.
How are the BJJ classes Structured?

We split our classes up into Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced students. Each group has their own Instructor who will teach them the skills most applicable to their level of jiu jitsu. We have a grading syllabus where you will learn the moves of BJJ to progress to the next level. As your rank moves forward you will move up from Beginner, to Intermediate and eventually the Advanced class.
Do you have Women’s Only BJJ Classes?

Yes, we have Women’s only BJJ classes at Kings Academy. We have both Women’s Gi and No Gi BJJ class available.
Why should I train at Kings Academy?

Kings Academy is the Premier Martial Arts Academy in Sydney. We have World Class coaching in a World Class Academy. We have everything you need under one roof with classes in BJJ, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Mixed Martial Arts and Hot Yoga. We also have the most comprehensive facility in not only Sydney, but Australia with a large, matted training area, a cage, a ring, a Yoga room, a Sauna, a weights room, a hyperbaric oxygen chamber, and more. Why would you go anywhere else?
Is there a uniform for BJJ?

Yes, there is a uniform for BJJ. For our Gi classes you will require a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gi (sometimes called a Kimono) and for our NoGi classes you will need a Rashguard and Grappling shorts. As a Kings Academy member, you must have the Gyms logo on your uniforms.
Do I need a BJJ uniform to start BJJ?

You don’t need a uniform to do a trial. We recommend you get one as soon as possible once you join the Academy.