Gracie Barra Carlton

Gracie Barra Carlton in NSW is led by a team of experienced instructors including head professor Rodolfo Nygaard, a 4th-degree black belt under Mario Reis with over 25 years of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience. The teaching staff also features black belts Nicholas Miller and Juarez Junior, and Marco Teixeira, who holds black belts in both Judo and BJJ. Their combined backgrounds bring a wealth of technical knowledge, competition success, and a strong commitment to structured, safe instruction. The academy’s philosophy centres on personal development and community, emphasising technical progression, mutual respect, and lifelong learning. The class structure at Gracie Barra Carlton follows the traditional Gracie Barra curriculum, offering a clear pathway from fundamentals to advanced training. Young children start in the GB Kids and Pee Wee programs, where the focus is on self-defence, takedowns, and building confidence through age-appropriate classes. Adults progress through the GB1 Fundamentals, GB2 Advanced, and GB3 Expert programs, each designed to build on core techniques and introduce more complex concepts as students develop. No-Gi classes are available for both adults and kids, and there is a dedicated women’s self-defence class, as well as a thriving women’s team. Training is available Monday to Saturday, with lunchtime and evening sessions to accommodate busy schedules. The timetable includes open mat sessions, family classes encouraging parents and children to train together, and competition-focused classes for those interested in testing themselves on the local and national stage. All instructors are Gracie Barra certified, hold current First Aid and Working With Children checks, and are committed to providing a safe, inclusive space for the Carlton community to learn and grow through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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