Being a brand new female student to Brazilian Jiujitsu with no background in fighting I found Higher Jiujitsu the perfect place to begin! The community is so awesome and loads of fun. In my very first class I felt welcomed immediately. John is a fantastic and experienced teacher. My confidence and passion for Jiujitsu grows which each class and I couldn't be more happy with my decision to learn with Higher Jiujitsu.
John has done a fantastic job of creating a school where everyone trains hard and treats everyone with respect. If you want to learn jiu jitsu in a really welcoming, safe environment, then just get off the internet and come here. Boom. Search done. Decision made. Lots of classes throughout the day and a really approachable teacher.
John has done a fantastic job of creating a school where everyone trains hard and treats everyone with respect. If you want to learn jiu jitsu in a really welcoming, safe environment, then just get off the internet and come here. Boom. Search done. Decision made. Lots of classes throughout the day and a really approachable teacher.
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It started by seeing the UFC in action, which led to BJJ. It was love at first sight. This romance has led me all over the world, living, and learning with the gentle art of jiu jitsu. Things got very interesting when a gold medal came with a loud tear, and a severely damaged shoulder. The lengthy recovery process allowed for plenty of time to ponder the intentions, and the methods of training.
Higher Jiu Jitsu Kids Martial Arts classes are a great way to build a foundation for our students that will lead to a bright, successful future! Our Kids Martial Arts classes are designed to impart valuable life skills to our students from self-defense to stranger danger, to confidence and goal-setting.
Gracie Jiu Jitsu was created for the smaller, weaker person to survive, and defend themselves against aggressors bigger, and stronger than them. That means our martial art is perfect for women to learn self defence, get fit and healthy, have fun, and build quality of life. And as a way to make the transition into the gi a seamless, easy one, we've kicked off our Women's Only program.
Our Gracie Jiu Jitsu No Gi classes focus on all the important elements of grappling without the Gi (kimono). Learn the essentials of wrestling in order to take down, and control which leads to effective submissions. Classes involve a warm up followed by partner drills, wrestling takedowns, and submission grappling techniques, and live practice.
The nature of the group means it's possible to miss technical details during group presentations. During private lessons, your instructor will pace the instruction according to your skills and needs, so you will never feel confused or overwhelmed when learning a new technique.
During private lessons, your instructor will help you discover the best way for you - the approach that best suits your natural abilities, age, and structure -so that you can leverage your strengths, maximise your proficiency, and increase your effectiveness.Our group classes are a brilliant way to learn jiu jitsu.
During private lessons, your instructor will help you discover the best way for you - the approach that best suits your natural abilities, age, and structure -so that you can leverage your strengths, maximise your proficiency, and increase your effectiveness.Our group classes are a brilliant way to learn jiu jitsu.
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Adam Higgins
Oct 27, 2021
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Great teachings with an exceptional culture of making everyone feel welcome. John and the team have a fantastic academy, and it was a privilege to spend time training with the team after relocating to Sydney with work. Now back in Melbourne, I will definitely be popping in on my return visits to Sydney in the future, and would recommend anyone who currently does or is wanting to start BJJ trains here.
Ivan Buenaventura
Jul 15, 2021
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Joining a new BJJ school as a beginner can definitely be a nerve-racking experience, but John and the team immediately made me feel at ease with his chill and welcoming approach to teaching.
I would recommend this gym to anyone wanting to pick up BJJ in a safe and injury free environment with great coaches.
I would recommend this gym to anyone wanting to pick up BJJ in a safe and injury free environment with great coaches.
Paul Koopmans
May 07, 2021
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You generally get a good feel for the culture of a gym when meeting the owner / head instructor. John has created such a friendly and welcoming environment, he is just so passionate about BJJ, health and fitness ensuring its a great experience for anyone new to the gym. John has a very wholistic approach to BJJ which makes his gym suitable to anyone of any age, size, gender or fitness level
Simone Goldsmith
Feb 22, 2021
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From the moment I walked into Higher Jiu Jitsu I knew that this was the academy for me. John is extremely friendly, professional and skilled. He is a phenomenal instructor who always explains moves clearly and quickly identifies ways for me to improve. He has created such a fun and supportive environment, evident by the fact that other students always offer to help me when I'm struggling. The dojo is spotless and there is a range of fantastic classes on offer.
I am only three weeks into my BJJ journey and am loving it more and more each day! I have already learnt so much in this short time and
I am only three weeks into my BJJ journey and am loving it more and more each day! I have already learnt so much in this short time and
Sleonie
Dec 29, 2020
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From the first time I stepped into the dojo, I’ve felt the warm, positive energy from everyone in class. John and his team are so passionate about Jiu Jitsu they love sharing their knowledge and foster a growth mindset among the students. Here you get to learn about self defence, technical Jiu Jitsu moves and in depth mechanics of this martial arts. Where ever your Jiu Jitsu journey is at, this is a great place to train.
Rayghana Davids
Nov 30, 2020
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I have always been interested in trying BJJ. I was wary being female and also having no prior experience in anything like this. But John, his team and all the students made me feel so comfortable. Everyone was very patient and the priority placed on technique and understanding the art gives you a higher appreciation for the sport. The classes are amazing for beginners and also highly experienced people. The BEST gym!!! Would recommend to all !!!
Nolan Chao
Nov 11, 2020
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I was studying abroad in Sydney from California and wanted to find a place to train. Higher Jiu Jitsu and John were extremely nice and welcoming to the gym even though I would only be there for a few months. They were extremely helpful and the gym has an amazing group of people with a great atmosphere. The classes were super informative and I learned something new every class. There is a great range of skill level throughout the gym and the mats and facility are very nicely set up as well. If you are interested in BJJ or want to continue your training in a new gym I would highly recommend this
Gareth McCafferty
Aug 12, 2020
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The training at Higher is great, the coaches John, Oscar, Nick & Matt are really welcoming and have created a fun environment making it a pleasure to train there. Each session is well planned out, with a big focus on the technical BJJ details, which has really helped my own progress and development , and something which I lacked when training at various other clubs over the years. Another thing I like about the club is that everyone is very collaborative with learning and improving being the main goal and due to this I have never seen or heard of anyone getting injured during training. Highly recommend
Erik Anderson
Sep 24, 2019
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I was in town for 1 week and looking for a place to train with a friendly atmosphere where I could learn and train. Higher Jiu Jitsu offered that in spades! John's an excellent teacher that really takes the time to teach you the mechanics and underlying principles of the techniques. The crew that he's developed are great to roll with, no egos, enough resistance to learn without getting hurt and a ready smile. I highly recommend checking them out if your in town, and if you live in Sydney consider making them a part of your jiu jitsu journey :)
Cyrus Kim
Jan 14, 2019
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Cyrus K. - Caveirinha Jiu Jitsu Family - Brown Belt - Came in from out of town and was looking for a place to train. Something about this place immediately caught my eye. Their mission statement, their beliefs and ability to speak to the individual was all very genuine. Dropped in on a class and was welcomed by a friendly soul, Sensei John and had a great conversation right off the bat. Training was detailed and at a great pace for both beginners and advanced leveled BJJ practitioners. Going over self defense methods as well as some functional attacks from mount, I learned details that I had not
Sam E.
Feb 27, 2018
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I visited Higher Jiu Jitsu on a business trip to Sydney. It's a friendly gym and a great place to train. It was nice to see the camaraderie of with a fellow Pedro Sauer gym.
John does a good job teaching the mechanics of each technique to a range of experience levels and make sure that everyone is getting what they need to improve.
John does a good job teaching the mechanics of each technique to a range of experience levels and make sure that everyone is getting what they need to improve.
