43 Maude St, Victor Harbor SA 5211, Australia
Reviews from Jiu-Jitsu Blog members who have trained at Victor Harbor BJJ. Member recommendations raise an academy's Jiu-Jitsu Blog Score.
Coach Matt is conscientious and kind, and he balances this with clear boundaries for everyone to follow. On top of that, he is a highly skilled practitioner. He has a great way with students, and each is given his attention, whatever their age or level. The wider club community is terrific too. Good people all round, and collegial training partners. The higher-ranked students are supportive and encouraging towards beginners. Highly recommended, whether you're new to martial arts or bringing experience from another art.
Long review alert: 🔔 I moved to Victor Harbor as a new graduate on my own, and I found it incredibly challenging to engage with the local community and stay motivated in keeping myself active and going to the gym. While considering my options, I drove past Maude Street and noticed the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu sign. I was naturally curious, although I had never done any kind of self-defence or martial arts before. When I reached out to Coach Matt via email, he kindly sent me the class schedule and invited me to come along for a few trial classes. I was initially really worried about being a complete beginner in a sport I knew absolutely nothing about, and possibly (most likely) embarrassing myself in class, and came really close to chickening out from attending my first class until I received another email from Coach that said (verbatim): “I know it can be scary or daunting thinking of starting a martial art, especially BJJ. However, all my students are regular, normal people, who have families and jobs. It’s not an egotistical environment. We all started the same way.” When I read that, I knew the coach understood and was empathetic to what it's like to be a beginner or be the new person in class. That thought gave me the comfort and courage to actually show up...and I'm very happy that I did show up, because it changed my life for the better. Coach has created a friendly and welcoming environment, with a team of people who are genuinely inviting, supportive and just really fun to be around. As someone who started with absolutely no experience and was initially very nervous, I’ve felt comfortable learning at my own pace and being part of the group, while having heaps of fun. So yeah! If you’re reading this review and you’re curious about trying BJJ but feeling nervous or unsure, take this as your sign to reach out to Coach Matt and show up for a trial class. Just come and be yourself, and I reckon you’ll definitely have fun along the way! 🥋 At the end of the day, wouldn't you rather say 'oh well' than wonder 'what if'? (Smart man said that, guess who *wink wink*) P.S. The whole is experience is awesome. Photo evidence below 😎
I love Victor Harbor bjj! Coach is cool, there’s a great vibe, everyone is friendly and welcoming and I’m learning bjj in a way that shows me good technique and real world skills as well as staying fit. A great way to start the weekend or finish the day
I have been attending Matt’s classes for a little while now and I am learning so much. It’s not just a place to come and train, it’s a community. The space Matt has created is a safe and respectful place for any age, experience or gender. He takes the time to explain everything in a way that is understandable and shows you if you have any questions. He caters for every level, I am a beginner at anything like this and there are people that have been doing it for years and we all train together. Come along, have a chat and give it a try 😊
Coach Matt is great with his attitude, instructions & time. All the people I have met here have been brilliant to learn with & happy to share their experience & knowledge. No ego's, so really great environment to learn the fundamentals of BJJ in.
I’ve been training at Victor Harbor BJJ for about a year and a half now and honestly can’t recommend it enough, super welcoming and supportive environment. The coach is awesome; super knowledgeable, encouraging, and goes above and beyond to help you. It’s also really family-friendly, with a great mix of people and no egos. If you’re thinking about trying BJJ, this is the place to do it.
Only started training a couple of months ago, I was completely out of shape with no cardio. What I found was a great gym and welcoming environment. The culture Coach Matt has developed is amazing, no one ever seems too busy to help or answer questions and you're never looked down on because everyone else has been exactly where you are at one point in their training. If you've been thinking about taking a jiu jitsu class, don't put it off. Get down there, you won't be disappointed.
We love Victor Harbor BJJ and Matt and the rest of the team have been so welcoming and friendly. Two of our sons attend the classes and love it and think Matt is the bees knees. My husband also trains here and has nothing but the nicest thing to say and the highest regard for Matt. We instantly felt like a part of the Victor Harbor BJJ family and could not recommend it enough!!!
Ive been training at Victor Harbour BJJ approximately 4 months as a white belt, Coach Matt is an awesome instructor and I'm amazed how much I've learnt in such a short amount of time. The rest of the crew that train at VHBJJ are super welcoming and friendly so its easy to feel right at home even from your first class. I'm looking forward to a training here and progressing in the sport of BJJ for a very long time and if I could give VHBJJ a 6th star I would!
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