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Train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) with Gracie Allegiance Ahuriri in Ahuriri, Napier. Classes run for all ages and skill levels, including kids and youth sessions (5-7 years, 7-11 years, and 11-15 years) as well as adult BJJ from beginner to advanced. There is also a women's class for beginners, held on Tuesdays, in a welcoming, supportive mat culture focused on learning and confidence.
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Yes. Kids and youth BJJ classes run for ages 5-7 years, 7-11 years, and 11-15 years.
Adult classes cater for all levels, from beginner to advanced.
Yes. There is a women's class designed for beginners, held every Tuesday at 6:00pm.
Classes are described as welcoming and encouraging, including for people stepping onto the mats for the first time, with a supportive mat culture that focuses on learning together.
BJJ is presented as a full-body workout combining strength, cardio and flexibility, helping with fitness, functional strength and endurance.
BJJ is taught with an emphasis on practical self-defence using leverage and strategy rather than brute strength, focusing on control through dominant positioning.