Adult Jiu Jitsu & Grappling in Bombay & Franklin
No-Gi grappling based on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for complete beginners through to experienced grapplers.
What you’ll build
- Real skills: takedowns, escapes, control and submissions
- Confidence and practical self defence
- Strength, fitness and mobility
- Complete beginners to experienced grapplers
MMA grappling
Keen to progress beyond grappling on its own, but not ready to go all the way into striking? Our MMA grappling class adds light, controlled striking to the grappling base you already have — just enough to test your timing, distance and defence, without signing up for a full striking programme.
What to expect
Classes are challenging and fun, with a supportive team where every level is welcome. You’ll learn technique step by step, then put it into practice with a training partner at a pace that suits you.
Class times
| Day | Time | Class | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00pm | MMA grappling (13+) | 1 hour 15 minutes |
| Thursday | 7:00pm | Men’s grappling | 1 hour 15 minutes |
New to the mats? Send an enquiry first so we can arrange your start.
Adult Grappling/MMA
$18
per class
Coached by Steve Johnstone: Personal Training Level 4, NZ Institute of Health and Fitness · Performance Nutrition Level 1, Clean Health Institute · Purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
What our people say.
“I have trained as an adult at Bjj at ‘Train for Life’ for the last 3 years. Have really appreciated Steve’s insights in fighting, training, dieting and life in general. Gym mats are always clean. Classes and open mats are always challenging while also really fun. Highly recommend for all.”
Joshua Faraimo
“I have been going to Steve for strength, nutrition, weight loss and grappling and am blown away! He tailors everything to be super personalised and individualistic. He has changed the way I view nutrition, exercise and strength training and helped me realise everything is possible and more accessible than I thought! My life has changed for the better and I feel stronger than ever and more comfortable and confident in my body and health!”
Laura Smith
Questions
Do I need experience to join?
No. Classes welcome complete beginners through to experienced grapplers.
Is this Gi or No-Gi?
No-Gi. Our grappling is based on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, with a focus on practical grappling skills.
What is MMA grappling?
Grappling with light, controlled striking added, for people who want to progress beyond grappling without a full striking programme. It runs Tuesday at 7pm for ages 13 and up.
How much are adult classes?
$18 per class.
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