Gracie Barra Sydney

Gracie Barra Sydney stands as the headquarters for Gracie Barra in Australia and Oceania, established in 2002 by Professor Marcelo Rezende, a 6th degree black belt under Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Professor Marcelo is widely regarded as a pioneer of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Australia, having guided the growth of the GB network across the region and coached champions in BJJ, MMA, and submission grappling. The teaching team also includes Professor Anderson Wanderley and Professor Markson Nascimento, both black belts with extensive international experience, and Coach Giuliana Kleina, who leads the women’s program and brings a background in psychology to her coaching. The academy offers a clearly structured program, following the Gracie Barra curriculum. Beginners start with the GB1 Fundamentals Program, which covers self-defence and core techniques, before progressing to advanced (GB2) and expert (GB3) classes as they build experience. No-Gi training is included at the advanced level, but the foundation remains traditional gi-based Jiu-Jitsu. The GBK Kids Program introduces children to BJJ through age-appropriate classes, focusing on confidence, discipline and self-defence. The GBF Program provides women with a dedicated space to learn the art and prepares them to move into the broader curriculum. Classes run six days a week at the Frenchs Forest facility, with midday and evening sessions for adults and after-school times for kids. All instructors complete annual Gracie Barra Instructor Certification and hold current First Aid and Working With Children Check credentials. Private lessons are available, and the academy’s open-door approach welcomes students from the Northern Beaches and North Shore seeking structured BJJ training in Sydney.

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