Melbourne Budo Academy

Ancient Theory, Modern Practice

Offering world class instruction in the traditional martial arts of Aikido, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo.

Melbourne Budo Academy

Martial Art Classes

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

 

Our adult classes are open to complete beginners or to those whom have a wide range of skills and experience. We have a structured fundamentals program which aims to guide the beginner student through all the basic positions, the positional hierarchy, strategy and principles of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

You will learn how to utilises body weight, grips and leverage to unbalance your opponent and achieve a controlling position leading to a submission (Joint lock or choke), both from standing and ground position.

We also have dedicated class time to those more advanced and for those wishing to further develop their own game. These classes will further expand on fundamental positions while allowing the individual to drill, problem solve and self direct their own learning.

A typical class will involve a warm-up, followed by technical instruction, specific positional sparring or timed sparring rounds.

Often classes will focus on a particular strategy or goal within live sparring. This could be the focus on a particular submission, positional control or detail within a technique. This allows for greater skill development of the chosen technique and faster improvement.

We aim to provide an environment which allows the student to understand their own learning capabilities and develop their own problem solving skills.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • It is best to contact us prior; we’ll be able to answer any questions you may have and get you prepared for your first class. If this is your first time training with us, please ensure you sign up for a free trial lesson

  • Yes, please remove your footwear at the top of the stairs before entering. Footwear must never be worn on the mat or around the club.

  • We understand that sometimes you may be late, you are still welcome to join. Please greet the instructor and join in with the class as usual.

  • As we will be moving around and getting active, please ensure you wear comfortable exercise clothes! We recommend spats/shorts and a T-shirt and if you own a rash guard please bring this along.

  • Yes, we sell both Gi and No Gi gear. Please contact your coach if you wish to purchase a uniform.

  • This is a personal choice however, for your own safety we suggest you wear one.

  • No. For the safety of you and your training partners all jewellery and piercings must be removed while on the mat.

  • Your coach and training partners are here to look after you and it is important that you look after yourself. Take it easy while you are learning, don’t be afraid to tap and always speak up if something feels painful or uncomfortable.