CRIS HISA BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU TEAM

Cris Hisa Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Team in Coffs Harbour is led by head instructor Cristiano Hisa, a black belt with over two decades of experience who trained under Professor Thiago Braga of Legacy Academy, tracing lineage back to Rickson Gracie. Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Cris brings a disciplined approach shaped by his background as a remote area firefighter and his extensive competition history, including a notable second place in the 2014 Australian Federation of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu rankings. The academy places strong emphasis on safety, respect and discipline, fostering a family atmosphere where every student receives personalised attention. Training at Cris Hisa BJJ Team centres on pure Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, focusing on technique and leverage rather than striking. The program covers both gi and no-gi classes for adults, including an early morning gi session and an all-levels no-gi class. Children’s classes run for an hour and are led by blue belt Brodie Coleman and assistant instructor Xavier Cooper-Hisa, who bring a blend of fitness, competition experience and fun while maintaining structure and respect. The school’s curriculum supports steady progression through fundamentals to more advanced techniques within a supportive environment. Located on the second floor of The Vault Building on Harbour Drive, the academy offers free parking nearby and welcomes visitors passing through Coffs Harbour to drop in for training. The team acknowledges the Gumbaynggirr Country on which they train and values the connection to local culture and community. With a focus on self-defence and mental resilience, Cris Hisa BJJ Team integrates traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu principles with practical, real-world application in a compact but dedicated setting.

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