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Marcelino Freitas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Learn how the Art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can change your life
Welcome to Marcelino Freitas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
World class training by a World Champion and Professor of Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Grappling (No-Gi)
Jiu-jitsu is for everybody – people from all walks of life can train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu no matter what age, gender and level. Here we offer classes for kids, teenagers, adults beginner, advanced and no-gi.
Everybody is welcome to join our family friendly and supportive Jiu Jitsu community and feel part of a team, our family.
Our beliefs are respect, integrity, encouragement, humility and understanding.
Learn from one of the best Instructors in Melbourne
Our premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy is located in the vibrant suburb of Mordialloc in Melbourne, Australia. Our mission is to provide a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for students of all ages and skill levels to learn and excel in the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Our founder, Marcelino Freitas, is a highly experienced and passionate instructor with a deep-rooted love for the sport.
With a focus on technique, discipline, and camaraderie, Marcelino Freitas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the perfect place for anyone looking to improve their fitness, self-defence skills, and overall well-being. Come join us and start your journey towards becoming the best version of yourself!
Our Classes
Whether you're a beginner or a pro, our diverse list of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs offers something for everyone!

Kids 4-6
Marcelino Freitas Jiu Jitsu classes are designed to build confidence, teamwork and basic techniques in a safe, fun and supervised environment. Promotes physical exercise, coordination, motor skills and focus.

Kids 7-11
Our Program teaches Jiu Jitsu foundations, techniques, conditioning, and drills in a fun yet challenging environment. Improves strength, concentration, self respect and discipline. Cultivates life skills extending beyond the mat.

Teens
Our focus is on teaching the fundamental techniques of jiu jitsu. Our program is ideal for teens' developmental stage as it enhances fitness, emotional well-being, goal-setting and goal achievement.

Fundamentals
Our fundamental classes are designed to teach core principles, techniques, and positions of jiu-jitsu, building a strong foundation for beginners and practitioners of all levels.

Advanced
Our classes are designed for students who have a solid foundation of fundamental techniques and core positions. Introducing more complex techniques and strategies allowing students to enhance their technical proficiency.

No-Gi
No Gi Jiu-Jitsu focus on techniques and strategies without the use of the kimono. No Gi enhances practical self-defense skills, grip fighting abilities, agility and fluidity in transitions.
Our Classes
Whether you're a beginner or a pro, our diverse list of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs offers something for everyone!

Kids 4-6
Marcelino Freitas Jiu Jitsu classes are designed to build confidence, teamwork and basic techniques in a safe, fun and supervised environment. Promotes physical exercise, coordination, motor skills and focus.

Kids 7-11
Our Program teaches Jiu Jitsu foundations, techniques, conditioning, and drills in a fun yet challenging environment. Improves strength, concentration, self respect and discipline. Cultivates life skills extending beyond the mat.

Teens
Our focus is on teaching the fundamental techniques of jiu jitsu. Our program is ideal for teens' developmental stage as it enhances fitness, emotional well-being, goal-setting and goal achievement.

Fundamentals
Our fundamental classes are designed to teach core principles, techniques, and positions of jiu-jitsu, building a strong foundation for beginners and practitioners of all levels.

Advanced
Our classes are designed for students who have a solid foundation of fundamental techniques and core positions. Introducing more complex techniques and strategies allowing students to enhance their technical proficiency.

No-Gi
No Gi Jiu-Jitsu focus on techniques and strategies without the use of the kimono. No Gi enhances practical self-defense skills, grip fighting abilities, agility and fluidity in transitions.
Why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu ?
Self Defence
BJJ focuses on techniques that allow a smaller, weaker individual to defend themselves against larger and stronger opponents. Learn all the techniques necessary to defend yourself in real life situations.
Self Confidence
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches you a practical skill to defend yourself that ultimately leads to an increase in your confidence. Whilst improving your physical health and fitness.
Have Fun
Jiu-Jitsu will release many endorphins and bring you many forms of happiness, it is a great way to challenge yourself and try something new whilst making incredible friendships along the way.
Fitness
The health benefit of training jiu-jitsu will increase your overall fitness, help you lose weight, improve your flexibility, strength, speed, cardiovascular endurance, conditioning and durability.
Mental benefits
Reduce your stress and improve your quality of life, improve focus in your day to day activities. A great way to reset your mind.
Life Skills
BJJ can transfer to real-life situations, helping you become more confident in your ability to handle challenges, find solutions and become more disciplined in all areas of your life.
Why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu ?
Self Defence
BJJ focuses on techniques that allow a smaller, weaker individual to defend themselves against larger and stronger opponents. Learn all the techniques necessary to defend yourself in real life situations.
Self Confidence
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches you a practical skill to defend yourself that ultimately leads to an increase in your confidence. Whilst improving your physical health and fitness.
Have Fun
Jiu-Jitsu will release many endorphins and bring you many forms of happiness, it is a great way to challenge yourself and try something new whilst making incredible friendships along the way.
Fitness
The health benefit of training jiu-jitsu will increase your overall fitness, help you lose weight, improve your flexibility, strength, speed, cardiovascular endurance, conditioning and durability.
Mental benefits
Reduce your stress and improve your quality of life, improve focus in your day to day activities. A great way to reset your mind.
Life Skills
BJJ can transfer to real-life situations, helping you become more confident in your ability to handle challenges, find solutions and become more disciplined in all areas of your life.
What People say
Posted on Google Anika RobertTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you Marcelino and team for being for so supportive and making it a such comfortable environment to train in. The classes are really easy to understand and the instructors are so knowledgeable. My husband has also started to train here and loves it. Can’t wait to bring my son here for the kids classes :)Posted on Google Daniel Fernandez (cypher077)Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Marcelino and the team have built an amazing BJJ community. No egos; just great rolls and good vibes. I highly recommend this club if you want to develop your BJJ game with a world class professional coach in a safe yet competitive environment.Posted on Google Tyrone Te RurukuTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Top team. Top coaches. Top environment. All around good vibes!Posted on Google SJTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing coach, friendly team and good vibesPosted on Google Apryl EppingerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Started training with the team postpartum in 2024 and have loved being part of the team. I’ve known Marcelino in passing for years and always had a good impression of who is as a person and a coach. Without question I love training here and can vouch how good the culture the knowledge and the training is here. I’m so pleased to be counted as student and friend to many whom train here. Try a class, you won’t regret it 💙 also as a plus they have a great kids program.Posted on Google Isaac RiceTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend! Incredible group of peoplePosted on Google Bevan PeirisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is a great bjj place, friendly people and great community 😁
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