Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes in Maroubra, NSW

Locals Jiu Jitsu

Your Third Space

Locals Jiu Jitsu is Sydney's premier martial arts academy.

The Locals Jiu Jitsu Experience

Why Train with Us?

Locals Jiu Jitsu is Sydney's premier martial arts academy. More than just a gym, we’re a bold, inclusive community where grit meets growth, and everyone is driven to push their limits.


We champion the transformative power of Jiu Jitsu to forge stronger bodies, sharper minds, and unstoppable resilience.

More Than a Gym

Locals Jiu Jitsu is your third space — a welcoming, inclusive community built on respect, connection, and shared growth.

Train with Purpose

Every class builds strength, skill, and confidence through world-class coaching and the art of Jiu Jitsu.

Transform Your Mind

Experience the power of Jiu Jitsu to develop resilience, focus, and balance that extend far beyond the mats.

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Kids & Teens

The Kids Program is an ideal way for your little champion to mature into a motivated, patient and compassionate adult while learning self-defense.

 

It’s a great way to foster the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and a positive, fun space for making friends

Adult Beginners

Focusing on both the self-defense and sport aspect of Jiu Jitsu, this program is great for ensuring that each new students gets a high-quality introduction into Jiu Jitsu while allowing for more advanced students to perfect the basics.


The goal of this Program is to prepare the white belts to achieve their blue belt.

Adult Advanced

After a strong foundation has been developed it is time to build upon it. That is where the Advanced Program comes into play.


Focused on exploring Jiu Jitsu more in depth the Advanced Program is perfect for any student that has reached the Blue Belt level and is determined on achieving the goal of the Black Belt.

Building Confidence, Discipline, & Respect

More than just a gym, we’re a bold, inclusive community where grit meets growth, and everyone is driven to push their limits. We champion the transformative power of Jiu jitsu to forge stronger bodies, sharper minds and unstoppable resilience

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Innovation

We aim to stay relevant, current and willing to learn new ways and methods of improvement. 

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Technique

Ground-based grappling teaches techniques to protect yourself in difficult situations.

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Community

Build a strong sense of camaraderie and community within the gym.

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Discipline

Stay disciplined in your training, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle to optimize your performance.

Member Testimonials

real Stores, real Growth

Real stories of growth, confidence, and community from our members in Maroubra, NSW.

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My son started off super shy, but now he’s so excited for his jiu-jitsu classes! He absolutely loves it, and the coaches are fantastic! Besides building skills, it has really helped boost his confidence. Highly recommend it to any parent! 🙂

- Barbara Montanheiro
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My eldest daughter has just turned 4 and taken her first few “Squids” classes at Locals Jiu Jitsu. She absolutely loves it! Ben the coach is amazing at teaching the kids and building their confidence. We look forward to every class!

- Oliver Blades-Moore
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My son has recently started taking "Squids" classes at Locals Jiu Jitsu. The coaches are exceptional in teaching and building children's self-confidence. The whole team is remarkable, and we eagerly look forward to every class.

- Bianca Dutra
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Welcome to your Third space

Train, connect, and grow with a community that lifts you up — on and off the mat.