Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a well-known institution not just in Sydney, but also across the world. Founder and headman, Bruno Panno, received his back belt and teaching qualifications directly from the very people who developed Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Rio de Janeiro. As such, a visit to Gracie Jiu Jitsu allows you to learn straight from the bird’s sleeper hold. They have multiple locations across Sydney from the Central Coast to Campbelltown, with their headquarters in Alexandria.

Train on some of the best facilities in the country at Sydney Jiu Jitsu Academy in Crows Nest. An 180m² mat with sub flooring and anti impact cushioning is just the beginning. Pair this with the coaching of 2^nd degree Black Belt and world champion, Bruno Alves, and you’ve got a top-tier training ground for any aspiring BJJ Sydney master.

Head instructor at Roots BJJ, Paulo Guimares, is a 5^th degree black belt, former Brazilian army close combat and self-defense instructor, founder and director of the NSW Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation, former professional surfer and pilot. In other words, the passion and knowledge found at one of their multiple Sydney locations in unparalleled. Roots was the first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Sydney to be opened by a Brazilian black belt, but it’ll likely be the last one you visit.

If you want to challenge yourself with the highest level of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Gracie Barra is the BJJ Sydney gym for you. Master Carlos Gracie Jr developed the class program, the son of the Great Grand Master Carlos, founder of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Make the most of the two mat areas, one of which is 170m^2.

Classes at Pacheco Jiu Jitsu are limited to just 20 people, meaning you’ll have plenty of practice time and individual attention. And of course another black belt and certified self-defense instructor, Diogenes Pacheco is the head of this top-notch Jiu Jitsu Sydney gym.

Known for producing numerous state, national and world champion black belts, head trainer at Langes MMA Anthony Lange translates BJJ into a language each and every body can understand. Langes has a welcoming environment for all abilities and ages of Jiu Jitsu in Sydney since 1994.

Learn an arm lock from 4^th degree BJJ Black Belt superstar Anthony Perosh at Team Parosh (aka SPMA). Former UFC Heavyweight fighter, Perosh is passionate about passing on his skills in a friendly environment to spread the skills of Jiu Jitsu in Sydney.

With a suite of international coaches, each of whom have competed at an international level, it’s fair to say there’s significant amount of experience to go round at VT1. Co-founder Liam Resnekov is a Gracie Hamaita Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, meaning you’ll jump up your belt colour in not time at all after visiting this Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Sydney.

Adam Childs is the only non-native South American to have taught at the prestigious Alliance headquarters in Sao Paulo, Brazil. He is a BJJ black belt under Alliance head coach Fabio Gurgel and founded Alliance Sydney in August 2018. Speaking both Portuguese and English, Childs brings the nuances of traditional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to Sydney to every visitor that side steps through their doors.

Located in Kogarah, Grappling Education is a studio led by BJJ & Judo Black Belt, Keller Locke-Sodhi. As an ADCC Oceania Trails Champion, multi-time Pan Pacific Champion, and former member of the Australian Judo team, Keller and his lineup of coaches offer a wealth of experience and knowledge. This Sydney BJJ studio caters to both men and women, along with beginner and experienced classes.

If you’re aged 3 or up, a teenager, man or woman, you can learn BJJ in Sydney at Ribeiro Jiu Jitsu. Try a free introduction class to see if it’s for you, or dive roll straight in to a class of any skill level. Head coach, Bernardo Trekko, is a jiu jitsu black belt, three time IBJJ Pan Pacific Champion and has been training on a daily basis for over 19 years.

Bulldog Gym offers a variety of classes for every skill level. They offer group fitness classes, combat sports creation, competition and personal training. With world class trainers and a huge space filled with top notch equipment, you’ll be reaching your fitness or competition goals in no time.

If you’re after a self defence Gracie Jiu Jitsu in Sydney, look no further than Higher Jiu Jitsu. The professional trainers will teach you how to use leverage, understand body mechanics and help you study jiu jitsu in a safe, friendly environment. Higher Jiu Jitsu is Sydney’s Pedro Sauer Jiu Jitsu Association representative, so you know their sleeper holds aren’t just for looks.

When it comes to Brazilian jiu jitsu, Sydney has a wide range of gym options. Offering one of the largest gyms for BJJ in Sydney, Zenbu will help you find your inner (jiu jitsu) zen. They have a sprung floor, fast tatami surface and a 24-hour gym. Head instructor, Diego Barreto, is a black belt, two-time Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Sau Paulo State Champion and Hawaiian Champion.

If the larger group BJJ sessions don’t appeal to you, the small and friendly environment of Training Grounds in Drummoyne might be the way to kick-start your fitness regime. They offer beginner to advanced classes of jiu jitsu in Sydney and have a specific focus on your individual needs.

With over 60 classes and 280m² of mat space, everyone can create their own personalised program of jiu jitsu – hence the name My BJJ. Furthermore, all instructors are available for one on one sessions, and they even have multiple locations. Becoming a BJJ pro doesn’t get much easier than this.