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Great place to train and grow. The Culture is great and Professor Raphael is an amazing teacher. If you want to learn from world class athletes then this is the place to be.

Trained at SJJA Crows nest while visiting Sidney. Very familiar environment, great quality jiu jitsu. I felt like home. Thank you all the crew and students for being so friendly. Thank you a professor Bruno Alves and Professor Raphael Rodrigues. BJJ family. Oooosssss !

Great experience at this gym. Very detailed instruction, friendly welcoming instructor and classmates. I highly recommend to check it out! Thanks Professor Rob and Simon for letting me come train.

really enjoyed Rapha’s teaching - world class and will be back for more!

Amazing academy, best jiu jitsu in AU no cap

Rob and team have a special place here. Great coaches and community. Thanks for having me and see you soon. Jon x

Cant fault this school. Wonderful, attentive and fun teachers, lovely staff and my child’s confidence has grown markedly. Thank you, Sharp x

My daughter absolutely loves the kids’ classes at SJJA Crows Nest, and I can see why! The supportive environment builds her confidence and strength while keeping it fun. As a blue belt myself, I’m blown away by the top-tier coaching from Bruno Alves, a multiple-time world champion, whose expertise sets a high standard that flows through the entire team. Special shout-out to Rob Hill and Simon Chandra for their exceptional instruction and ego-free approach. Whether you’re a kid or an adult, SJJA is fantastic for building physical and mental resilience that carries into everyday life. Highly recommend!

I know the gym because of my husband. It’s one of his best places. The facilities are modern and clean. The staff is welcoming, and whenever I have been there, I have been very comfortable and well received.

This gym is truly one of my happy places. I started training with the team even before SJJA was officially established (before Sydney not even Sharp!). Over the years, I've moved around — different cities, gyms, states, and even countries — and leaving was always tough. But every time, I've come back. Most recently, I returned to St Leonards after over five years away, and the way I was welcomed back — like no time had passed — was something special. The positive impact this gym has on my body, mind, and soul is undeniable. You guys make this place what it is, and you know who your are. Great people, great mats, great Jiu-Jitsu, and top-quality merch! Be proud, be SHARP! 100% recommended for all ages and diff levels of jiu-jitsu.

Tried the beginner BJJ class here with a friend who trains at the gym—had an awesome time. Simon was super friendly, patient, and made everything easy to follow. The vibe was welcoming from the moment I walked in. Great rolling partners, no egos, just good energy all around. Highly recommend for anyone curious about starting BJJ!

I have trained at SJJA Headquarters Crows Nest once a week to improve my Bjj skills for competitions. The training partners are all technical BJJ practitioners. Many have competed at Worlds stage. great coaching n the head coach very friendly with sense of humour. All training partners there r friendly n welcoming like a family. Thanks for welcoming me to train there.

Although we’re not members at SJJA Crows Nest and live quite far away, my daughter never wants to miss their kids camps. The camps blend jiu-jitsu, games, and team-building activities in such a fun, energetic environment. Coach Nate, Nelson, and Jayden are incredibly caring and attentive. My daughter would happily skip any other plans just to attend. We absolutely love the camp and the positive vibe they create!

SJJA Crows Nest is not only a great place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, it's also a family-like ambiance where professors and training partners share the enjoyment of being together and around a common passion. Whether doing it for your physical activity or for your kid to gain confidence and spend some energy, SJJA will provide a safe and fun environment. BJJ changed my life in many ways and doing so surrounded by all of these great people is simply priceless.

Great place for young kids. I am always impressed with the level of care, patience and dedication the instructors have for all the students. Highly recommend.

Best JiuJitsu in Sydney, absolutely amazing team! Coaches and management looked after me really really well

Fantastic place, teachers taking real good care of the kids, they love it!

Amazing professors

A great beginner class. Loved the combination of warm up, training, technical work and the coaches were really helpful. Recommend.

Great gym, very welcoming, everyone was super chilled and technical. Shout out to Rob, clear and concise teaching, giving guidance throughout the rounds! Will be back again! Cheers

SJJA is an outstanding BJJ academy with a fantastic team and an amazing atmosphere! The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and passionate about helping everyone improve—whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned practitioner. The training is top-notch, and the community is welcoming and motivating. A special shoutout to Rob, who does an incredible jobsupporting students. He’s always helpful, responsive, and ensures everything runs smoothly, making the overall experience even better. If you're looking for a place to train, learn, and be part of a great BJJ community, SJJA is the place to be! Highly recommend!

Definitely a must try, for every parent Professor Almiro is amazing with the Kids. Not to forget Simon and Nelson have been great. We go twice a week my Son absolutely loves it, they challenge him every time.

Best bjj place ever

If you’re looking to do BJJ, there is no place like this. The culture, coaches and facility are the best. I’ve trained over 6 years at multiple gyms and have enjoyed my time at SJJA a tonne. If you’re new to jiu jitsu or an experienced competitor, you’ll find what you need here.

Amazing coaching and customer service from all the staff

The environment was great for a complete beginner. Simon the crew really looked after me. Joining up this week.

The best place for BJJ. Very professional and accommodating.

The best academy to train Brazillian Jiu Jitsu, for both kids & adults. Excellent instructors & management. Highly successful competition team.

What an amazing acadamy with a great atmosphere and excellent coaching ..highly recommended for beginners all the way to high level..

Professional, Excellent, Friendly, clean. One of the Top BJJ schools in Sydney and Australia. Managed by top instructors, I fully recommend a trial... It wont disappoint.

I just tried my first session and I loved it. Respectful, safe and clean. I felt very comfortable and welcome. Rob answered all my questions and professor. Amir (forgive me if I spelt this wrong) was very friendly, give clear instructions, and was really encouraging. 🙏 Thank you both

Legends. So good with my kids.

I’ve just relocated from Singapore to Sydney and came and trialled the morning classes with prof Rob. It was the absolute best experience, Rob and the whole crew were super accomodating and I loved the energy of the class. Rob completely understood the challenges of relocating countries and helped tremendously. If you are looking for a bjj gym, look no further.

The best BJJ gym/school in Sydney. Great instructors. Great environment. All the practitioners are friendly and easy going. They have a good mix of competitor and casual BJJ practitioners. Everyone is friendly and it's one of the top BJJ gym for children as well. They give you free trial class (with Gi provided for free) so you can see for yourself before joining. You can also come around and watch a few classes. They have Fundamentals program for beginners, advanced program for people who have been doing BJJ for 6 months or more and they also have No-gi program for someone who wants to train no-gi. They have morning, afternoon and evening classes. They have once a week women's class too. So there is a class for everyone here. It's conveniently located less than 50 meters from the new Crows Nest Metro station south exit, 100 meters from the Pacific Highway bus stops and 5 mins walk from St. Leonard train station. There are quite a few car parks around here with 2 hours free parking as well.

Excellent facilities, excellent coaches, very clean and welcoming. Great place for kids and adults. 👍

I joined SJJA in July 2020, just after lockdown, having hear how good BJJ was I needed to try it for myself. The school was very welcoming, from the instructors to the the students. The beginners classes are great, your often match with an appropriate partner which is amazing. The classes flow, building on lesions taught from the previous week, meaning even if you get to 1-2 session in a week you will have a good foundation of what BJJ is. The school is very clean and I feel there is a lot of value for the money. On avg I attend 3-4 times per week and could not be happier. Class timetable is great allowing for full time workers and even early rises. I would recommend to anyone, children, women and men. The teachers are very helpful and take the time to assist you after class

I've been a passionate about martial arts for many years and so when I decided to start BJJ, I tried several academies but found SJJA Crows Nest welcoming atmosphere and Professor Almiro and Professor Bruno's ability to pass on their world class techniques to his students the deal maker for me to continue learning more about JiuJitsu at GB Crows Nest.

SJJA has the friendly and family environment and classes for all ages, since a move to Australia I’m impressed for the quality of the train and the great staff and coaches

I have trained at SJJA Crows Nest for 12 years and starting there was one of the best decisions of my life. Excellent instructors, staff and facilities. Couldn’t recommend more

The incredible team at SJJA crows Nest will make you feel welcome as soon as you step in the door. Bruno’s academy is stacked with dedicated and knowledgeable instructors and the gym has a great community vibe. The coaches across the board are really clear and detailed in their teachings, and they have a female black belt running the women’s classes! Also, so impressed by the way the kids classes are run and facilitated in a fun and engaging way. Amazing facility, highly recommend.

I took my very small-for-his-age 5 year old son to SJJA Crows Nest and was blown away how well he was treated by the Black Belt Instructor and Owner, Professor Bruno Alves. He was kind, supportive, nurturing, and provided excellent clear age-appropriate instruction in a safe and fun way. I was so impressed I wanted some of that for myself so I signed up for adult classes the following day! My son is now 15, still not big for his age but has the serene confidence of someone who knows how to handle himself which keeps him relaxed and humble with nothing to prove to 'alpha males'. I'm now a 57 year old brown belt staying super healthy and have recommended SJJA to many friends and colleagues who have been delighted to sign their children up to something healthful and positive. Culture in an organisation is EVERYTHING. The care and respect Bruno brought to the mats is reflected in all the professors, coaches and students. The Academy is the most hygienic and safe I've encountered in many years of martial arts training. If you're wondering whether to try Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or martial arts in general for you or your family, this is the right place to start.

I’ve had a fantastic experience at SJJA Crows Nest! Nelson is not only a highly skilled instructor, but he’s also incredibly friendly and welcoming. He truly made my time there enjoyable, bringing lots of happiness into every session. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this is the place to go. I highly recommend SJJA Crows Nest for anyone interested in martial arts. Great energy, great community!

Our child has been attending SJJA Crows Nest since they were little and we couldn’t be more impressed with the experience. SJJA Crows Nest has provided the perfect balance of teaching respect and discipline while ensuring that kids have fun and enjoy their time there. We’ve seen tremendous growth in our child’s maturity and confidence, and it’s clear that the instructors are passionate about what they do. They are patient, dedicated, and truly invested in helping every child succeed. We are so grateful to SJJA for creating such a positive and engaging environment for personal and physical development!

So grateful for the patience, care and dedication of the coaches here and the athletes. I've never been made to feel anything but welcome and encouraged. The disapline, focus and support amazes me and I can't wait to learn more from the people within this community

Great training at SJJA while hanging out with friends ! The best vibes.. oss

After a year of coming here I suppose it's time for a review! Solid trainers staff who really know what's good. If you're at all considering jiu jitsu there's no better place to try.

Couldn't recommend enough. I have been attending Simon's evening classes for the past six weeks and it has been a great experience. Simon is very patient, breaks techniques down in a very digestible way and will also meet you where you are which is awesome if you're a complete beginner. The rest of the staff is also very welcoming, the students are great, very helpful and all take care of their training partners, particularly the newbies.

SJJA Crowes Nest was a great experience for me. I was interested in picking up a martial art but wasn’t sure what would be the right fit for me. The respect and discipline of the class mates and teacher had me engaged in every class I joined. They provide an excellent foundation for anyone interested in Ju Jitsu or a complete beginner like me with no experience in any fighting styles. I would thoroughly recommend to anyone interested in picking up a new hobby.

Its a great place for kids and adults of all ages. The staff is very caring and friendly. My son has been going there for over 5 years and he loves it. Highly recommended!

SJJA Crows Nest is a great place for my kids to learn a great self-defence skill and increase their confidence. This is the only activity during the week that my daughters are super excited about and don't want to miss. The professors are awesome. They manage pretty big turnout of students in each class very effectively and give attention to everyone in the class. I have personally learned martial arts Karate and Jiu Jitsu for almost 10 years. I highly recommend SJJA Crows Nest and if I ever go back to training with 3 young kids I will join them blind folded.

I live overseas but regularly visit SJJA Crows Nest whilst travelling in Sydney. The staff and students are very welcoming and accommodating. Special shout out to Professor Rob for his great coaching in the early morning sessions. It's a great gym for beginners and experienced grapplers.

I have been a member for many years (starting when aged 58 and SJJA under its founder Bruno Alves was very much smaller) and look forward to continuing. SJJA Crows Nest is no doubt excellent for anyone aspiring to be a BJJ champion (with very talented coaches available for morning, lunch or evening sessions producing many champions). But importantly, it is also a welcoming and respectful environment for those, like me, past their physical prime and not aspiring to be world champions but to develop in fitness and challenge themselves in a supportive environment. Warmly recommended.

Both my kids Zachary and Isabella started attending SJJA Crows Nest in Feb 2023 and it has been an amazing journey! Big thank you to Sergio, Almiro, Rob as well as Eva and Nick for making this such a safe place for the kids to learn self defense within the community. I see both kids not only learn to be more disciplined over the months, but also building their level of confidence and making friends!! Highly recommend parents to send their kids to SJJA Crows Nest!

I've been training at SJJA Crows Nest for 3 months now and haven't looked back! At SJJA, the facilities are clean and well maintained. The instructors are masters of the craft, very personable and friendly people (shout outs to Professor Almiro, Sergio and Rob). Not only are the instructors fantastic, every person I've met I've found to be very genuinely friendly and helpful. The gym has a noticeably positive, lively and supportive culture. It's been a pleasure attending classes at SJJA, im looking forward to continuing classes and improving at BJJ.

I started with SJJA in December, and I have never been apart of a more supportive team! The professors are super knowledgeable and ensure to give individual feedback to help your training along in your own progression. There is a crazy amount of class times to suit all schedules and the team here really make sure they reach out when you haven’t been at class for a little while. Could not recommend SJJA Crows Nest enough!

When I was looking for a gym, I was lucky enough to find SJJA Crows Nest. The moment I walked in, I was immediately greeted by the staff and professor to help me start my trial (I was intimidated at first since it was my first time joining a martial arts gym). They really adapted their class well and took time to help beginners (like me) learn the movements necessary in BJJ. I was immediately sold on this gym from my first class because the professors had incredible personalities, the students were all great, and the beginner classes were engaging. The gym itself is a huge space. Big mat spaces on 2 floors. Whenever I've gone to class, the mats always seemed to be in great conditions. I also tend to come during the later classes, 7:30pm. I was genuinely surprised that this gym had a good amount of people that attend the late class. It was really tough for me to find a BJJ gym that offered classes after 6:30pm. Fast forward several months later (started around June 2023), after taking some time to invest in BJJ, it really started becoming a rewarding experience. The combined expertise of professors Almiro, Sergio, Marco, and Rob enriches this gym with a vast reservoir of knowledge. You can really walk up to them and ask them about any scenario and they'll give you a great solution, and may even give you a drill to work on for it. They've also done an incredible job progressing my BJJ skills and making sure I do not stay stagnant. As a result of going for several months, I feel much stronger and more confident about defending myself.

Professional coaches, good class structure and good sense of community

SJJA Crows Nest is the perfect place to train jiu jitsu! Especially for women who want to start, but might feel a bit intimidated, SJJA Crows Nest is one of few gyms that offer a dedicated women’s class, led by an impressive female professor, and there is a great community of like-minded women here who are friendly and support you at every turn. Professors Almiro, Rob, Sergio and Daini are amazing instructors, because not only do they “walk the walk” and lead by example, but you can see their dedication, effort, skill and passion for teaching jiu jitsu in every session, they care about your progress, and it inspires me to keep pushing and improving every time. Training is fun, challenging and rewarding so thank you!! 🙂 Overall there is a great mix of different classes morning, noon and night and a supportive and safe training environment. Highlights of a training week for me would include the women’s class (Professor Daini), morning class (Professor Rob), lunchtime class (Professor Almiro), no-gi (Professor Sergio), finishing the week with wrestling class (Professor Rob).

My son loves to go to his classes, he has developed great confidence and overall personal development by going to the classes. The professors are very engaging and keeps the motivation always up.

It's been over a year since my daughter Sophie started taking BJJ lessons with SJJA. From day one, I could see how much she enjoyed every lesson, gaining confidence. The coaches are professional and supportive, always making you feel like a part of the lovely and sporty community in our neighborhood. Even my husband is now doing BJJ. We will continue to recommend this place. Huge thanks to the SJJA team!

I joined SJJA Crows Nest in January 2021. The classes are fantastic, Professors Sergio, Almiro and Rob provide excellent feedback, structure and support to the lessons. I also do private lessons with Professor Sergio, these are like having 10 classes , they are priceless! Additionally SJJA provides an excellent community where training partners genuinely support each other and push other students to improve. Joining SJJA 3 years ago was the best thing I have done!

A great afterschool activity for my son to keep fit, make friends, and support his Occupational Therapy needs. It's a real community you can belong to and get involved as much or as little as you like, and one where the teachers really are invested in the kids. It's also comfortable for me to work on my computer from the sideline during his class.

I've been training at Sjja for almost 9 years now. The coaches have always been amazing, knowledgable, supportive and continue to challenge me to be the best I can be. It didn't matter in the beginning that I had no grappling experience, and not the fittess beginner, they showed me the concepts and moves, coached me through the fundamentals to a stage where it gave me, and continues to give me the confidence to enter jiu jitsu competitions.

🥋Fantastic Jiu Jitsu Academy for Kids!👦 I am so grateful for finding this amazing jiu jitsu academy for my daughter. The coaches are incredibly skilled and welcoming towards kids. My daughter loves coming here to learn jiu jitsu. The classes are informative, educational, and a lot of fun. The coaches are patient, encouraging, and skilled at teaching in a way that kids can understand and enjoy. The environment is very positive and supportive, creating a safe and inclusive space for kids to learn and grow. I highly recommend this academy to any parent looking for a place where their child can learn self-defense skills and build confidence. The impact it has had on my daughter has been truly amazing, and I am confident other parents and kids will have a similar experience. Thank you SJJA Crows Nest team!

I live 40 min away from the centre but still come for the training. Great instructors and people 👍 I can highly recommend 👍❤️🙏

Amazing place to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! An impressive array of black belts who really know their stuff and are always happy to pass on their knowledge - sometimes putting in extra time on the mats (especially if you have goals to compete). Thank you Bruno, Sergio, Rob and Almiro for all the help they’ve given me (and also thanks to Marco - though he’s off the Manly!). A really good bunch of people - both staff and students. If I had more time I’d be down there more often! Cheers - Lenny

SJJA Crows Nest is truly a great community my entire family are very proud to be a part of.

This is the best Jiu Jitsu gym i’ve been to. The Professors have a deep love for and understanding of the art. The facilities are clean and world class. Would recommend this spot for anyone who is looking to try out something new - it’ll change your life.

Amazing gym, work ethic, and environment. Started a few weeks ago and have been captivated to improve and learn since all thanks to the welcoming environment.

Great place for kids to learn life skills like respect, self defence, discipline etc. Classes are very balanced with exercises and games, which makes it even more fun for kids to learn Jiu-Jitsu. Not to mention that overall atmosphere here is very friendly and welcoming. Oss!

Hi , my name is Gigi and I am 11 years old. I started training jiu justu when I was 5. Jiu justu has helped me grow my confidence and taught me such valuable lessons of respect and discipline of which helps me in my everyday life. Every class Almiro Barros has always welcomed me with a smile, shaken my hand and always helped me with amazing attitude. My other professor Sergio Fernandes provides me the confidence to grow as a better person with his detailed teaching methods. I have made many friends throughout my journey so far with jiu justu, and I honestly recommend this sport to anybody who may think they are interested.

I've been a member of SJJA Crows Nest since 2017, from humble beginnings when it was the only gym, before expanding to over 20 gyms around Australia. A testament to the amazing vision, dedication and culture that Professior Bruno Alves and his great coaches and staff have cultivated over the years. After my first trial class with Bruno I was sold and haven't looked back! Since then SJJA has made a profound positive impact to my life, due to its culture, curriculum, training partners and coaches that are unmatched! I'm proud to be an SJJA member and anyone looking for a world class BJJ gym should look no further!

Super friendly and knowledgeable staff and trainers and generally a welcoming bunch. The academy isn’t cramped or hard to get to and the professors really look after newbies like me who got a start a bit later in life. Highly recommend.

If you're looking for a place where you can tie yourself into a human pretzel and call it fun, then SJJA Crows Nest is your go-to dojo! Imagine my surprise when I rocked up as a beginner white belt 12 months ago, only to find out that I'd be embarking on a non-stop laugh (or object of laugh) and challenge riot with a side of Jiu-Jitsu. The journey's been a blast under the watchful eyes of our BJJ wizards (you might know them as 'professors'). Speaking of professors, shoutout to Professor Almiro! This guy will teach you how to be patient and believe in yourself without extorting yourself to use strength and force all the time. But wait, there's more! SJJA isn't just a playground for us grown-ups. It's also a kiddie paradise. Our 6-year-old just had a week-long summer camp with Professor Marco. Spoiler alert: she loved it and is now all geared up to join the kids' beginners class. So, come on down to SJJA, where the only thing tighter than the chokes are the friendships 🙂 Oss!

My 10 year old son recently started his jiu jitsu journey at SJJA Crows Nest. He absolutely loves it and it’s great to see him so enthusiastic about going every week. The staff are all so welcoming and the facilities are fantastic. Highly recommend.

Fantastic, knowledgeable professors. Kids learn discipline, technical skills and have fun at the same time!

Our experience at SJJA Crows Nest has been fantastic! The coaches are knowledgeable and incredibly supportive, creating a positive and encouraging environment. My 7 year old son has developed both skills and a genuine passion for the sport. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a top-notch Brazilian Jiu Jitsu experience!

I started a month ago and have been blown away by how nice, knowledgeable, and committed every professor and student I have come across is. The culture is second to none and is perfect for a hobbyist or someone who wants to compete. Joining is one of the best decisions I have made and I'm looking forward to being part of the community at SJJA for a long time!

For once, the constellation of stars looked down at the labouring humanity; spotted a group of happy souls in their SJJA uniform rolling to be better people.

The best academy you can find on the map. Do yourself a favor and try it once (it’s free).

SJJA stands out as a gem in the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms. From the first visit, the welcoming and friendly community atmosphere is palpable, making it an ideal place for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike. The instructors at SJJA are of the highest caliber, offering a wealth of knowledge in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Their passion is evident in every class, and they excel in tailoring their teaching to suit all levels, ensuring everyone progresses and enjoys their journey in the martial art. What really sets SJJA apart is its strong sense of community. The environment is supportive and inclusive, fostering a sense of camaraderie among members that enhances the learning experience. This approach makes SJJA more than just a gym; it’s a community hub where everyone is encouraged and motivated. I highly recommend SJJA to anyone interested in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, whether you’re starting out or looking to further your skills. The combination of expert teaching, a supportive community, and a welcoming atmosphere makes SJJA an exceptional choice for anyone keen on exploring this martial art.

Great gym, would recommend. SJJA has morning, lunch and evening classes and the people are very friendly.

The best part about SJJA Crows Nest is not only the friendly coaches but the students who make you feel welcome the moment you enter. Every student whether they are blue/purple/brown belts were once a white belt on their first day and they know how it can be daunting but making you feel welcome is part of the fabric of SJJA.

SJJA Crows Nest is the best! All the professors are amazing, my son has been training there since 3 years old, and he absolutely loves it! I would highly recommend to give a go if you still a bit hesitant, they offer free trial!

Could not ask for a better gym to train BJJ at. The culture of a gym is super important when it comes to combat sports, and SJJA Crows Nest has that covered and some! The people are friendly and the instructors are top class, friendly and welcoming.

Awesome gym. Beginners curriculum is great, the professors are incredible, and everyone is so welcoming. Amazing place to learn Jiu Jitsu.

Absolutely great place to train, with amazing facilities and even better instructors 💪🏻 Very friendly and welcoming environment 👈🏻

Excellent environment for both beginners and advanced, the highest level academy, creme de la creme basically 🤟

SJJA CrowsNest is a great place for kids and adults to learn and practice the art of Jujitsu, I definetely recommend SJJA CrowsNest!

My youngest started jiu-jitsu a couple of months ago with Professor Almiro, looking to improve her confidence. She was so excited after the trial that we immediately signed her up. She went from someone timid to brave enough to recognise her fears and came back day after day. The classes are engaging, especially for the younger kids. It's impressive to see them all happy and thriving despite their different backgrounds and abilities. It's all about learning.

My two children (both aged under 10) and myself have all trained at SJJA Crows Nest for the last 1-2 years. I regularly recommend this Academy to anyone interested in Jiu Jitsu for either themselves or their children. Our kids have visibly grown in confidence and improved their athletic potential due to their experiences here. They've made friends and learned the value of training, persistence and focus. The culture of this gym is a fantastic fit for our family - warm and welcoming while maintaining high expectations and constant challenges for all members. As someone with no martial arts background I have never felt threatened or ostracised - I've been thoroughly impressed with the sense of camaraderie and that all members, be they hobbyists or elite competitors are welcomed and celebrated for their achievements.

Our 3 1/2 yr old daughter has been attending classes at SJJA Crows Nest for a few months now, and we see her confidence and skills grow each week. The teachers are patient and encouraging and create a fun and empowering community spirit

SJJA goes beyond being a jiu-jitsu academy; it’s a tight-knit family. My daughter and I have been enjoying it from day 1! The staff are so friendly and the trainers demonstrate professionalism. They explain all techniques in detail. I would highly recommend SJJA to anyone who wants to learn or advance in jiu-jitsu.

Training at SJJA crows nest has been one of my life’s highlights for the past two years. My BJJ journey has been guided by some of the best coaches and since day 1, I came into such a loving and supportive community. I am deeply grateful and honoured to be a member of the SJJA HQ. There’s a range of classes to pick from, whether it’s women’s morning classes on Sundays, wrestling classes on Friday evenings or No gi trainings on Wednesdays, there’s plenty of choice for the whole family. Both off and on the mat spaces are always clean and tidy, including a number of showers and restrooms. All of the coaches are well experienced and respectful and the staff members are friendly and easy going. Overall, SJJA has become my second big family and everyday, I look forward to my time on the mats.

Great gym with two levels. Always clean and tidy. Awesome timetable with classes everyday at good times including Sunday. The instructors are very professional and always helpful. Get on the mat! You'll love it.

I’ve been training Jiu-Jitsu for the past three years across different academies due to moving houses. After recently relocating to the area, I discovered SJJA Crows Nest and decided to check it out. It’s been over a month now, and I must say I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my experience. The lunch classes with Professor Almiro have been a highlight for me. His expertise in BJJ is evident, and yet he maintains a friendly and approachable demeanor. Additionally, attending morning classes with Professor Rob has been motivating, pushing us hard at 6 am while keeping the energy levels high for the rest of the day. It’s clear that SJJA is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all students, whether they have competitive goals or train for recreation and stress relief. The exceptional level of expertise across the board makes SJJA a balanced academy. I would highly recommend SJJA to anyone interested in training BJJ, as it provides a friendly, competitive, and respectful environment where you can balance life and training effectively. OSS! 🥋

SJJA is a great gym with wonderful coaches. They have a wealth of knowledge and provide a very safe environment to train in and they are always challenging you every time you hit the mats!

2 weeks ago I decided to step out of my comfort zone and do something I had always wanted to do... I started my Journey in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. When choosing a school I felt like there was a lot to consider due to my experience in different martial arts and disciplines over the years. I chose SJJA because of the calibre of the coaches and their accomplishments. After only a short period of time I can say I made the right choice. Learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at SJJA has exceeded any expectations I had. It is an amazing place to train, learn this art and sport. SJJA provides a welcoming environment that is friendly, safe, clean and fun. Every person I have dealt with is professional and caring and instills a sense of family. Im glad I made the choice to start at SJJA and can’t wait for my next training session! OSS!

Great facilities, and great classes! Recommend 100%

I love SJJA Crows Nest. The community is inclusive and welcoming, the leadership inspiring and kind, and the culture perfect. Hygienic, safe, challenging, and high quality - that's everything you need in a martial arts academy. It's been great for me (43 yo man) and my 14 yo son. It's pushing us both and given us so much in a short time.