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I highly recommend this gym if you are in Melbourne. We visited before a competition and they went to the extent of running a class designed to help my daughter practice her strategy. The coach was also a ref which was great for preparation. The staff and kids were all very friendly and welcoming.
Thank you for having us! We look forward to visiting again when we are back in the area!
I started at De Bean Jujitsu not really knowing what to expect, and honestly it's one of the best decisions our family has made. The gym has such a welcoming, no-ego vibe from the moment you walk in — it feels like a community, not just a class.
My daughter does the kids class and watching Chris with the younger students is something else entirely. He's calm, encouraging, and has a natural ability to connect with kids — keeping them engaged, building their confidence, and making every session genuinely fun. She absolutely loves it, which as any parent knows, is everything.
Chris is just as exceptional with adults. Patient, invested, and great at breaking down technique so it actually clicks no matter where you're at. I've never once felt lost or out of place.
What Chris has built at De Bean is special — a space where kids and adults alike feel safe, challenged, and part of something. If you're looking for a jujitsu gym for yourself or your little one, this is the place. You're in great hands.
Chris & Amanda, along with professional trainers run the place with dedication & care.
Geared for excellence along with kids who just want to ease their way into self defence. Caters for all abilities.
My boy is creating new friends and having a good time. Whilst learning the disciple & focus & toughness tonight by Chris & Jonathan.
If you are local, no need to look any further.
Extremely beginner friendly gym. From the moment I walked in, the members were friendly and welcoming. Everyone is willing to provide tips and tricks to help progress your learning and the coaching is fantasitc. It makes the sessions very enjoyable.
If you are on the fence about starting Jiu-Jitsu I would definitely recommend giving the free trial at de Been a go.
"More than just a gym; it’s a community. From the moment you walk in, you’re treated like family. The mats are always clean, the vibe is positive, and there’s a great mix of hobbyists and competitors. "Top-tier instruction from all Bleck Belts. The details and techniques taught here are high-level and modern. Whether you are looking to compete or just improve your game, the curriculum is structured and easy to follow. Huge focus on safety and technical proficiency over 'meathead' rolling. Highly recommend for any serious practitioner."
I’ve trained at many places, but the ego-free environment at DeBeen Jiu Jitsu is what keeps me coming back every day."
Highly recommended !! The team at St kilda Debeen are unlike any other gym! Both my 8 year old and 15 year old boys have been training there for many years. Amazing coaches and staff who genuinely care about the kids. Its a really positive environment for the kids to train in and most importantly they are learning something new every session!! Thanks to the coaches for always making the effort to come to comps! Very few gyms have coaches willing to give up their Sunday's!
The “Father of Jiu Jitsu” is an honorable name given to Peter De Been, the original founder of Jiu Jitsu in Australia. When your child is taught by this master, you know your child will be on the right track for explicit growth and with the aim for high achievement. Our little boy Montetino has joined the club since February 2024 and has become a junior champion in 4 state competition, winning over 6 gold medals. Peter’s teaching approach has allowed this to happen which was beyond our belief. The other instructors Chris and Jella are very skilled with unique and distinguishable set of skills in teaching that makes the classes challenging yet enjoyable for junior children. The training environment is friendly and communal. All the kids become friends with one and other, provide support and encouragement to each other. Many friends and colleagues ask us about our boys amazing progress and we can’t stop praising and recommending this club to them all. De Been is truly the master of art and the master of Jiu Jitsu 🫶👏🏆
My daughter started JJ (8yrs) with De Been last year, with no previous experience in martial arts. She has been super happy and motivated to learn new techniques and enjoy company of other kids in practicing and learning together. Jella is also great with kids and knows well how to get their attentions and encourage their continuous learning with lots of fun. Couldn’t be happier :)
TLDR: An incredible gym for beginners and competitors alike. Just show up and they'll take care of you.
I joined De Been BJJ at the tail end of Covid wanting to learn a martial art for the first time. Over the next 3 years this place became my home away from home. What an incredible community of people. The coaches and teammates here some of the most down to earth, knowledgeable and dangerous (in the nice kind of way) people I have ever met.
Look no further, just show up and they'll take care of you.
