First Degree Jiu-Jitsu

This year at the age of 43 and having not done much sport at all over the last 20 years, I decided to try jiu-jitsu. It's fair to say I am now completely hooked on it! It is just so good for your physical and mental health. Rob has built an academy that welcomes complete beginners like me, and caters to those with many years experience. You can get started at any age, fitness or skill level, as long as you give it a red hot go. If you want to learn new skills, get fit, have fun, and join a supportive community then you should definitely try First Degree Jiu-Jitsu.

After being away from jiu jitsu for close to 10 years I was looking for a friendly, ego free club for myself and 2 children to join. First Degree Jiu Jitsu fits that perfectly. Rob is extremely knowledgeable and patient and conveys techniques and concepts in an easy to understand manner. The other members of his club have been warm and welcoming to my whole family. It’s a great place to learn bjj and train in a safe, family friendly environment.

Robbie's detailed instruction, experience and deep knowledge of BJJ create a great learning environment. In addition, he actively gauges your level and learning style and adapts his teaching technique(s) to suit. Thanks Robbie!

Robbie has created an awesome Jiu Jitsu experience in Mt Eliza.The club has an excellent class structure, a friendly & encouraging environment and most importantly high quality, technical Jiu Jitsu instruction.This is a new club, but has huge potential and I can’t wait to see what it can become.Whether you’re interested in sport Jiu Jitsu or self defence this is a great place to get started.

Rob is such a great coach, extremely knowledgeable, patient and creates a very safe and enjoyable environment to train. I’m so glad and happy to have this great jiu jitsu club just around the corner. Absolutely recommended for all levels. Oss

Very welcoming environment, Robbie is an amazing coach. He takes his time to look after each of his students and is very approachable. I always look forward to each session with him.

As a slightly older newcomer to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and never tried anything like this before, I was a bit uncertain about my ability, flexibility and suitability of the sport for me. Rob was fantastic. He is so supportive, professional, knowledgeable and full of encouragement. The class structure is great and the group are so supportive. I would highly recommend anyone who might be sitting on the fence to have a go.

I recently had the opportunity to do the women's self defence class with First Degree Jiu Jitsu. The techniques I was shown for self defence had a basis in Jiu Jitsu, and were incredibly effective because I was taught how to use leverage to overcome an opponent who might be stronger than me. As a small woman with no prior experience in martial arts, this has been very empowering for me and I became motivated to begin to attend the mixed classes. Since beginning the classes with the men I have felt very welcomed and respected, and all the students from the beginners to the more experienced have been very considerate of my skill level, size, and strength. A few weeks into the training, I am feeling stronger, more energised, and just better in general. The classes are well organised, structured, and above all, fun! As an instructor, Rob shares a wealth of knowledge and experience, with a contagious passion for the art of Jiu Jitsu, and he creates an environment that is both challenging and supportive. To be honest it's one of the most amazing sports I have ever tried, and if you're looking for something that builds strength, endurance, agility, and is fun, I highly recommend First Degree Jiu Jitsu!

Rob is a sensational teacher and creates a very safe and enjoyable environment to train and learn in. We have an emphasis on looking after one another in the class, and there is a clear mutual respect amongst all participants. I’m so glad this is in the heart of Mount Eliza; and I’m so glad I have this a go only recently. Hooked! To say the least.Highly highly recommend.