Friday, 22 February 2013

Private Classes

Private Classes

Are you time-poor and can’t make the classes? Feeling shy or intimidated and want to try it out on your own first? Do you want to learn some self defence quickly? Do you want to dramatically improve your Gracie Jiu Jitsu with intense lessons? Then private sessions are for you.
Grand Master Helio Gracie said that the fastest way to take full advantage of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu techniques and all its intricacies and details is by taking private lessons.
Private and semi-private (with a small group of your friends) lessons from Prof. Bruno are available by appointment.
During private lessons you will learn several techniques against all types of aggressions including bare hands, club, knife and gun attacks. After only few private lessons a student will possess the knowledge and reflexes necessary to realistically improve the chances of defending him or herself in a real street fight.??Men and women, girls and boys, may quite safely take on the learning of Traditional Gracie Jiu-Jitsu even though they have little or no previous experience with any vigorous or martial art activity.
To book a private or semi-private lesson please Contact Us

Monday, 21 January 2013

Programme

Gracie Jiu Jitsu - Kids & Teens Program

Our Kids Program integrates physical education and self-defence techniques with conditioning and fun, skill-oriented games. 
Kids classes focus on all aspects of Martial Arts for Kids  training both physical and mental, including:
  • Developing Discipline
  • Courtesy
  • Self-Control
  • Self-Confidence
  • Character
  • Concentration
  • Teamwork
  • Focus
For information on Kids classes, contact us. 
Would you like Bruno to visit your school to teach self defence to your students? Contact us to find out more.
Kids and their certifictes at Grecie Sydney Jiu Jitsu - Coogee Academy
http://www.graciesydney.com.au/

Friday, 4 January 2013

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION What is Jiu-Jitsu?

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is a complete self-defense system that has been taught to hundreds of law enforcement agencies and thousands of civilians around the world. It emphasizes simple movements, practical techniques and realistic scenarios.  

Is this the right school for me?

Before joining any school ask yourself what are your goals and objectives. Today many Martial Arts have developed competitive sport organizations, Gracie/Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is no different. If your goal is learning self-defence make sure you find a school that focuses on realistic street scenarios rather than a club that prepares athletes for point tournaments.
As Grand Master Hélio Gracie says," Jiu-jitsu is first and foremost an art of combat, all the improvements that I made were with the goal of maintaining that objective" consequently our school's mission is to provide the most effective self-defence instruction in the world by giving students the elements to defend themselves in real life, no rules, no points situations. The practice of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is an excellent physical recreation where every single muscle from head to toe is called into active use.
If you are looking for a family oriented, clean, respectful and noble environment where you will learn Traditional Gracie Jiu-Jitsu at its purest form the Gracie Sydney Academy in Coogee is the right school for you. 
  

Is there a difference between Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

No. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. The Gracie family is the Brazilian family responsible for the creation of the Martial Art named Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. The late Carlos Gracie Sr. learned Japanese Jiu-Jitsu and opened the first Gracie Academy. His younger brother Hélio Gracie adapted those ancient Asian techniques, creating what is known as Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. Today this fighting system from Brazil is being taught all around the world due to the courage, hard work and sacrifice of the Gracie Family and their loyal students. The name Gracie Jiu-Jitsu credits the art's Japanese roots while recognizing the family responsible for revolutionizing this millinery art and sharing it with the world. Calling it Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is not only the correct way but also a form of gratitude. Today, the major difference of Gracie/Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu styles lies between Helio Gracie's Traditional Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for self-defense and Sport Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu designed for point competition. As a student, make sure to verify the credentials, lineage, and background of your possible instructors.   
 

is Gracie Jiu-Jitsu effective against multiple opponents?

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu gives students the best possible chance when facing an attack by one or more opponents. The overwhelming superiority demonstrated by Royce Gracie in the Ultimate Fighting Championship created a misconception, Jiu-Jitsu is a complete fighting system and not an exclusively ground grappling art. A Traditional Gracie Jiu-Jitsu practitioner learns strikes, which include techniques with the elbows, hands, feet, head, and knees. Students learn that the optimum self-defense strategy is to maintain a safe distance from the attacker. This battle tested method teaches defenses against the most common street attacks, the majority standing, which quickly neutralize aggressors. The practice of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu clarifies a long lasting myth, real life fights are not like scenes from Martial Arts movies where protagonists KO dozens of "bad guys" one after the other. Consequently, a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu practitioner possesses the most realistic chances of safely overcoming a multiple opponents attack.   

Is training safe?

Student safety is a primary concern during all classes. The completion of the Fundamentals curriculum reduces the possibility of injury to a minimal level. The practice of GJJ at our centre is safe and sound. Grand Master Helio Gracie’s teaching methods constantly emphasize the importance of keeping students out of harm’s way. Accidents may happen, however, lack of seriousness during training and the resultant careless application of technique or counter-technique contribute greatly to injury. Careless practice is disrespectful to the spirit of Traditional Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.   

How should I learn the art?

To learn the ABC's of any subject requires a certain amount of hard work; but it is necessary. Very much is it so in respect of Traditional Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. The fundamental techniques of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu are of the highest importance since they indicate the principles on which the whole of the art is based. When the fundamentals are neglected the learner gets nowhere.
All practitioners should realize that it is better to learn the basic techniques and principles well than to over saturate the mind with hundreds of subsidiary techniques that cannot possibly be mastered in one lifetime.
Frequent practice is essential if efficiency is to be gained. The key to learning Jiu-Jitsu is repetition. The ultimate goal is to condition your sub-conscious with Jiu-Jitsu.

Can anyone learn Gracie Jiu-Jitsu?

Men and women, girls and boys, may quite safely take on the learning of Traditional Gracie Jiu-Jitsu even though they have little or no previous experience with any vigorous or antagonist activity.

As a Physical Exercise?

As a means of physical exercises it has no superior. Every single muscle from the neck to the toes is called into active use, and certain sets of muscle are not unduly exercised to the neglect of others, as happens with so many sports.

What if I'm not flexible?

Jiu-Jitsu works with your body as it is. The techniques stretch and flex, taking your body to new physical limits. Going to your own "personal edge," you obtain all of the benefits.

Is it a cardiovascular workout? Can I lose weight?

With persistence and dedication, you can lose inches while developing muscle tone over the entire body as well as increasing endurance of the heart and lungs.

Monday, 24 December 2012

Welcome to Gracie Sydney Brazilian Jiu Jitsu!

Gracie Jiu Jitsu – also known as Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) – is universally regarded as one of the most effective martial arts for self defence. It is a style of which can be mastered by people of all ages and fitness levels. BJJ’s driving principle is that a smaller, weaker person using proper technique like leverage, joint-locks and chokeholds can successfully defeat a bigger, stronger opponent.


Why choose Gracie Sydney?

  • Gracie Jiu Jitsu is a proven, effective form of self defence. The same techniques you will learn that are taught to the U.S. Army, FBI, Secret Service and many other elite military and law enforcement agencies around the world. With 95% of all streetfights ending up on the ground, Gracie Jiu Jitsu’s focus on grappling on the ground makes it the best martial art for self defence.
  • You’ll get fit! Training with Gracie Sydney’s experienced and qualified instructors will dramatically boost your conditioning, endurance and flexibility – all contributing to an improvement in your general health. It’s fun! Gracie Sydney prides itself on its relaxed, safe, enjoyable and ego-free training environment and our students always look forward to the next session.
  • Competing is completely optional for any student, but for those looking to test themselves, a number of our students compete regularly in Grappling Tournaments and Mixed Martial Arts events (gi and no-gi). Our student base includes many Jiu Jitsu champions and professional Mixed Martial Arts fighters.
  • Our network of affiliated academies around Sydney guarantee you’ll find one of our excellent academies near where you live or work.
Contact us to find out more: joining Gracie Sydney is a decision you’ll never regret.

Friday, 19 October 2012

About Us

Gracie Sydney was founded in 2001 when Bruno Panno emigrated from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, specifically to introduce Gracie Jiu Jitsu to Sydney, Australia.














Prof. Bruno Panno is a student of the Gracie family of Brazil, the founders of this style of Martial Art. After learning the art in the most prestigious academy in the world and being awarded his teaching qualifications directly from the arts founders, Bruno is the Gracie family’s chief representative in Australasia.

Bruno was only eight years old when he started training Gracie Jiu Jitsu at the Gracie Humaita Academy in Rio de Janeiro in 1985. The Academy’s director was grand master Helio Gracie, and Bruno trained under masters Royler and Rolker Gracie. The legendary Rickson Gracie was also coaching at Humaita during that time. When Bruno was nineteen, Royler and Rolker Gracie awarded him a purple belt, and invited him to work as an assistant instructor for the Gracie Academy, which he proudly did for five years.

On 31 March 2001, after three years of hard training as a brown belt, Bruno received his hard earned and desired black belt directly from the hands of Royler Gracie. Bruno arrived in Sydney in July 2001 with the goal of developing Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in Australia. In 2002, Bruno founded the NSW BJJ Federation and remains a director of the organisation today.

Since arriving in Australia and establishing Gracie Sydney’s headquarters in Coogee, Bruno has established many Jiu Jitsu academies in the Sydney area. Bruno’s passion and talent for teaching is exemplified in his success in sharing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to such a diverse student base and where his dedication is producing Australian athletes of international standards.