About us
Founded in 2008, Elements Grappling Academy – at the time operating as Elements Fitness & Martial Arts – was Canberra’s first full time Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts studio.
Over time we have refined our programs into four key disciplines which can both stand alone as effective martial arts and integrate together to add extra dimensions your personal style.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is primarily a ground-based fighting style which focuses on taking your opponent down to the ground before gaining a dominant position and using superior leverage to force them into submission via a joint lock or chokehold.
Judo, founded in 1882 by Jigoro Kano, was the first modern martial art to come out of Japan. While Judo includes many pinning, locking, choking and falling techniques its primary emphasis is on throwing your opponent in the most efficient and effective manner possible.
Wrestling, in one form or another, is one of the oldest and most widely practised martial arts and combat sports in the world. Freestyle, one of the two styles contested in the Olympic Games, is a highly inclusive and versatile style allowing for a wide of techniques and strategies.
Created specifically to complement our grappling based styles, the Elements Striking program is designed to develop boxing and kickboxing skills suitable for a Mixed Martial Arts environment.
We complement these arts with specialised fitness classes designed to improve performance and build the attributes of a strong and healthy martial artist.
Mat Fit
These expertly designed and lead fitness classes combine bodyweight movements, partner resistance work, fitness based grappling games and sandbag circuit work to deliver an incredible workout and build a strong, athletic physique.
Specialized yoga focused on the mobility, balance and movement requirements of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo and Wrestling.
We cater to clients of all types; we train the hobbyists, we train the athletes and we train the professionals. Our coaches employ cutting edge training methods developed from established research, new information and our own hard won experience.
We believe in function over fantasy and strive to deliver superior results in the minimum amount of time so that you can reach your full potential on and off the mats.
Highly knowledgable coaching staff and all around great inclusive gym culture. Highly recommend for beginners, seasoned martial artists’ and everyone in between.
Marcellus H.
Excellent club! We came by for a drop in and they welcomed us in no questions asked. Instructor was great and the community was awesome. Highly recommend anyone to train here!
Michael W.
Great environment, coaches and I felt welcome the minute I walked through the door. They have heaps of classes and training times that fit my schedule. Overall great experience.
Evi
Fantastic martial arts gym in a convenient location with a wide variety of classes available. Awesome classes, training partners and coaches! Had a smashing good time training Judo/BJJ/Wrestling here!!
Daniel B
Fantastic instructors and great culture. There is a great group of girls, including higher belts that are all so awesome to train with. Most of all i felt super welcome. Highly recommend this place to train for any level!
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