Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art based on submission grappling or ground-fighting. The aim is to take your opponent to the ground, and once there apply submissions (chokes, arm-bars, etc), forcing them to tap out (give up) – or in a much more serious combative situation, render them unconscious, or even break limbs. Taught in a syllabus based format with emphasis on real time grappling in every class, Renegade MMA specialises in quality BJJ – both for the competition mat, and also for self defence.
BJJ gained worldwide credibility via the Gracie family with their success in the UFC and reality based competitions. Related to the Gracie family, the Machado brothers have always been regarded as part of the inner circle of the authentic BJJ tradition. Founder of Will-Machado BJJ in Australasia, martial arts legend John B Will received his black belt from the Machado brothers in 1998 and became Australia’s first official Machado representative. He is also part of the ‘Dirty Dozen’ – meaning he was one of the first twelve non-Brazilian black belts, ever. Seeing as it usually takes at least 10 years to attain a black belt in BJJ, this was no mean feat, and we are very proud to pass on Mr Will’s hard earned knowledge. It is the Will/Machado system that is taught at RenegadeMMA.
Your most typical BJJ class at RenegadeMMA would involve stretching and a BJJ based warm up, then some drilling of specific techniques, demonstration and practice of new techniques, then finally free fighting, or what is commonly referred to in BJJ circles as ‘rolling.’ BJJ differs from many other forms of Jiu Jitsu, as realistic free sparring is a big part of its syllabus (as you have to fight to really learn the application of any given technique – not just watch how it is done), and students are graded on their fighting ability, tenaciousness, and dedication to the art. Though belts are given to students on their level of skill, instructors also take note on any given students growth as a better person, and it is assumed that as a student becomes of a higher rank that he/she also becomes more mentally, spiritually and physically at one with their own selves and the world around them.
BJJ at RenegadeMMA is what we do best. Come learn the world’s most effective fighting art in a friendly and engaging environment. Once the BJJ bug gets you, there’s no turning back, and like many who’ve got into BJJ after being involved in a wide range of other activities and sports, you will be forgiven for thinking to yourself, ‘Why didn’t I get into this earlier?’
BJJ truly is a way of life, and it is our aim to pass on this spectacular and engaging art to you in a form that is thoroughly enjoyable, life changing and enlightening. Now, you just have to take the first step yourself and get on the mat!
