Why join our club?
Mount Maunganui Jiu Jitsu is the Bays traditional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy.
We offer traditional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for both adults and children, developing functional strength, conditioning and self defense.
Mount Maunganui Jiu Jitsu principal instructor Felipe Santos is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and a certified personal trainer/gym instructor.
Brazilian JIU JITSU - Become a Champion of Life
Mount Maunganui Jiu Jitsu are passionate about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and dedicated to helping our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu students become the best they can be in every aspect of life – to become Champions of Life. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a great way to improve overall fitness, strength, and flexibility, along with improved self confidence and discipline, patience, and much more.
- Self Confidence
- Self Defense
- Self Discipline
- Goal Setting and Achievement
- Self Control - learning to adapt to what life throws at us, to find solutions to difficult situations
Classes for every level
Anyone who wants to try Brazilain Jiu Jitsu is welcomed at Mount Maunganui Jiu Jitsu, and classes are designed to facilitate learning at every level.
We offer both Adult and Children’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes.
Our children’s programme is divided by age to ensure training is developmentally
appropriate, safe, and effective:
- 4-year-olds
- 5–8-year-olds
- 9–13-year-old
Teen Participation
- Teens from age 13 may be eligible to train in adult classes, depending on weight
and coach approval - Minimum weight requirements apply
- Final placement decisions are made by coaching staff to ensure safety and
suitability
If you are unsure which class is best for your child, please speak with a coach —
we’re happy to help guide you.
*min 3 month term
A Family Gym
The environment is welcoming and positive, with a strong emphasis on supporting fellow students and their learning.
Students at Mount Maunganui Jiu Jitsu range in age from 5 years to 50+ years, and are from all backgrounds, fitness levels, and professions. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu truly is a sport for everyone!
Mount Mauganui Jiu Jitsu are a club with great positive culture, and enjoy working with their students to help them achieve their goals.
Tu Kaha our affiliate club
Tu Kaha our affiliate club is founded by Pedro Pacheco Fernandes. Pedro came to New Zealand in 2003 and founded Tu Kaha BJJ academy in 2004. He has been grappling when he was 5 years old and has earned his black belt under his Master Antonio Claudio Collares.
