Apex MMA, Muay Thai & Jiu-Jitsu

Apex MMA, Muay Thai & Jiu-Jitsu in Brookvale was founded in 2022 by Sonny Brown, Nick Pudney and Chad Lumley, drawing on a Northern Beaches martial arts tradition that began with Anthony Lange’s pioneering academy in 1994. The coaching team brings decades of experience across Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and MMA, with Sonny holding a BJJ black belt and three national MMA championships, Nick a third-degree BJJ black belt and veteran competitor, and Chad a lifelong martial artist and respected striking coach. Their aim is to provide a place where people of all backgrounds can train for fitness, self-defence, technical growth or competition, without pressure to fight unless they choose to. Training at Apex is structured across clear pathways. Adults can specialise in No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai or MMA, or combine all three. Jiu-Jitsu is offered in both Gi and No-Gi formats, with fundamentals and sparring classes for adults, plus open mat sessions. The Muay Thai program follows a systematic approach, with beginners starting on a 12-week pathway before progressing to more advanced work. MMA classes blend striking, clinch, wrestling and grappling skills, reflecting the academy’s integrated philosophy. Competition training is available for those interested, but never compulsory. The academy also caters for kids and teens, offering age-appropriate classes in Gi Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi takedowns, Muay Thai and MMA. Programs emphasise discipline, confidence and skill development, with classes separated by age and experience. Apex’s facility features a large mat space and training equipment, and is easily accessible from Warringah Mall and public transport. The membership model allows students to focus on a single discipline or explore the full range of martial arts as their interests develop.

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