Gracie Barra Zetland

Gracie Barra Zetland brings the structured Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu system to Sydney’s inner south, guided by a team of experienced black belt instructors including Ricky Pachon, Pedro Dornelles, and Raphael Bandeira. Each coach has a distinct background, from competition to teaching children, and all hold Gracie Barra Instructor Certification, First Aid, and Working With Children Check credentials. With a focus on technical excellence, personal growth, and safety, the academy is built around the values of brotherhood, integrity, and development—principles that shape both the training and the wider school culture. The class schedule covers the full progression from fundamentals to advanced, in both gi and no-gi formats. Adults start with GB1 Fundamentals, which lay the groundwork for core techniques and self-defence, before moving into advanced (GB2) and expert (GB3) sessions that introduce more complex drills, no-gi training, and live sparring. There are dedicated drilling and sparring classes, as well as regular open mat sessions for extra practice. Women’s self-defence and BJJ classes offer a focused pathway for female students, with support to transition into the broader curriculum. For younger students, the Gracie Barra Kids program runs from ages 3 to 17, split into age-appropriate groups, and includes both gi and no-gi classes. The structured curriculum emphasises discipline, respect, and confidence, with an eye to self-defence and safe progression. The facility, located in East Village Zetland, is equipped with two mat areas, changing rooms, accessible amenities, and onsite parking, and welcomes drop-ins for most classes.

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