Based in Hamilton, NZ. Life Space Brazilian Jiu Jitsu School caters to a wide variety of students. From children aged 4 years and up through to advanced coloured belt athletes.
Originally from Brazil, I immigrated to New Zealand in 2017, where I taught myself English, founded TopMax Painting and Decorating, and built a community around my passion for Jiu Jitsu. I earned my first Black Belt in Judo in 2001, later transitioned to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and achieved my BJJ Black Belt under Roney da Silva in 2019 after competing in championships worldwide. Today, I am dedicated to sharing Jiu Jitsu and creating opportunities for people of all backgrounds and abilities to benefit from its practice.
At Life Space BJJ, our mission is to create a positive and disciplined environment where students of all ages can grow in confidence, respect, and technical excellence — both on and off the mats.
Build your foundation with essential techniques, movements, and principles of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Perfect for beginners starting their journey.
Improve timing, pressure, and strategy with advanced drills and live sparring. Designed for practitioners aiming to refine their game.
Brazilian jiu-jitsu was first developed in 1925 by Brazilian brothers Carlos, Oswaldo, Gastão Jr., O’Brien, and Hélio Gracie, after Carlos was taught a hybrid of traditional Japanese Jujitsu and Kodokan judo by a travelling Japanese judoka, Mitsuyo Maeda, in 1917. Later on, the Gracie family developed their own self-defense system Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.
Efficiency comes from intelligent use of technical leverage.
Progress happens through constant practice, patience and dedication.
The mats teach mutual respect, humility and cooperation always.
In jiu-jitsu we build strong bonds, support and belonging.
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Our mats are open Monday to Friday, from 7 AM to 9 PM, and on Saturdays from 8 AM to 1 PM.
Classes are divided by level and focus, ensuring every student trains in a safe and motivating environment.
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We welcome beginners, intermediate, and advanced students. Each class is guided by instructors who adapt the training intensity to your current level.
Bring comfortable sportswear (a t-shirt and shorts or leggings).
If you don’t have a Gi (kimono) yet, we’ll provide one for your trial class.
A bottle of water and an open mind are always welcome.
We offer a wide range of group fitness classes, including yoga, pilates, Zumba, HIIT, spin, and strength training. Check our class schedule for more details.
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We offer dedicated classes for women focusing on technique and self-defense, and kids’ programs that build discipline, respect, and confidence through movement and play.
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Your first class is free — it’s the best way to experience the energy of the mats and feel the Acabema Life Space culture firsthand.
Join Life Space Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and experience a welcoming community, professional training, and the benefits of discipline, respect, and growth on and off the mats.