Welcome to Axis Jiu-Jitsu. The Rickson Gracie Representative of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in New Zealand.

DO you want to learn how to defend yourself against bigger and stronger opponents?
CAN you be fitter, stronger, more flexible and have more self confidence?
HOW about having lots of fun and meeting new people in a relaxed, friendly and safe environment?
AXIS is internationally recognised as being of the highest quality Jiu-Jitsu with an internationally graded instructor.

We would be honoured to have you on the mat to learn and grow with us.

What is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art, combat sport, and a self defense system that focuses on grappling and especially ground fighting. The art was derived from the Japanese martial art of Kodokan judo in the early 20th century.

It teaches self defense against an opponent, with strength, and assailant by using leverage and proper technique, most notably by applying joint-locks and chokeholds to defeat the other person. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training can be used for sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition or self defense. Sparring (commonly referred to as 'rolling') and live drilling play a major role in training, and a premium is placed on performance, especially in competition, in relation to progress and ascension through the grades/belts.