Gracie Balmain Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

The good environment, professional and patient teaching ，let my daughters (Briana &Alyssa) to learn different skills during the trip. Thank you.

Was quite anxious to start something so unfamiliar like BJJ, but the coaches and others in the class have been incredibly friendly, welcoming and encouraging. Only wish I started sooner!

My 4yo son and I joined the Gracie Balmain team at the end of 2020 and I have to say it was a great decision for the both of us. Joel, Warren and Paul are the most chilled out, patient and professional teachers I have ever met. They are always willing to help you improve and better yourself regardless of your skill level and are great with teaching kids. Within a matter of a few sessions my son went from being anxious, and running off the mat in tears to participating in all aspects of the class. He now loves going and always asks me when his next class will be. They also taught him one of his first important life lessons i.e. if you work hard you will be rewarded. I highly recommend Gracie Balmain if you are looking to join yourself and/or your kids!

I joined Gracie Balmain at the start of 2021. Since being a member here,I’ve felt I have grown as a person as well as made a lot of friends.Coming from other Sports/Gyms I believe Gracie Balmain creates a welcoming environment for new people coming into the sport and into this lifestyle.I enjoy the beginners classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays wearing the Gi.Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) is a demanding sport but the skills and experiences you develop such as controlling your breathing ,staying calm in pressure situations, overall fitness and mental toughness helps your life off the mats as well.I believe if you try your best and don’t give up, you will enjoy this sport and lifestyle immensely.

Incredible teachers, who worked patiently with our autistic son. Could not have hoped for more understanding and decent people. Had a little trouble cancelling the membership, but the blame sat primarily with us and we had wonderful support in helping to resolve it. Couldn't have asked for more.

Warning: the no gi room will make you question your belt rank. Really high level training + everyone's friendly = one of the best gyms in Syd

I’ve been training with the team at Gracie Balmain for 6 weeks now and it’s become the highlight of my week. It’s all about learning and being on your own journey, no bravado whatsoever. For anyone considering coming along, the hardest part is showing up the first lesson - so I would encourage you to be bold, have a crack… you will be glad you did!

Great place to learn BJJ. Great coaches and very welcoming atmosphere. Strong focus on learning in a safe and controlled manner. I started in July at 43 years old and like I've heard so many other people say, I wish I'd started sooner.

I always wanted to try BJJ but I was hesitant to go along and be the new member.Having now been training at Gracie Balmain 2-3 times a week for a few months, all I can say is that I regret not taking it up sooner.It has been everything I had hoped for and more!The club is fantastic, the coaching team are excellent and the culture that Joel has instilled in his members is amazing.Even as an annoying white belt, the patience, respect and willingness to teach of all coaches and members is a credit to the whole Gracie Balmain team.If you’ve even the slightest interest in trying it out, don’t wait like I did, get yourself along for a trial.