Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy in Melbourne
Established in 2008, Cia Paulista Australia BJJ represents the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tradition in Melbourne, Victoria, and beyond. Our head coach, Carlos Portugues Vieira, brings over two decades of global experience, having trained world champions and earned prestigious titles across Brazil, Portugal, the UK, Iceland, the USA, and Spain. We operate from our headquarters in Maribyrnong and maintain affiliate locations across Victoria, including Altona Meadows, Caroline Springs, East Brunswick, Moe, Oakleigh East, and South Korea. Our programs cater to diverse goals, from competition preparation and self-defence to fitness and healthy lifestyle development. With a lineage tracing back to the Gracie family and Rickson Gracie, we uphold a legacy of technical excellence and mentorship.Our team of experienced instructors delivers tailored training for all skill levels, ensuring accessibility and growth for every participant. We prioritise community building through martial arts, fostering discipline, confidence, and physical resilience. Our commitment to authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu principles has positioned us as a trusted authority in Melbourne's martial arts scene. We continuously strive to elevate the practice through structured curricula, international collaboration, and adaptive teaching methodologies. This dedication ensures our members receive world-class instruction aligned with the art's foundational values.
Services
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training
Self-Defence Classes
Competition Preparation
Kids Martial Arts
Fitness Programs
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu expertise with world-champion instructors
- Our lineage connects directly to Gracie family founders and Rickson Gracie's legacy
- We provide tailored programs for competition, self-defence, and fitness development
- Our network spans 8 locations across Australia and international partnerships
- Our head coach maintains direct contact with Cia Paulista's senior professors
Services
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training
Structured Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction for all skill levels, focusing on technical proficiency and practical application. Our curriculum develops grappling skills, physical conditioning, and strategic thinking. Classes incorporate traditional techniques passed down through the Gracie lineage while adapting to modern competition standards.
Self-Defence Programs
Real-world self-defence systems based on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu principles. Programs teach practical techniques for personal protection, situational awareness, and conflict de-escalation. Training includes standing defence, ground fighting, and multiple attacker scenarios in controlled environments.
Competition Preparation
Specialised coaching for BJJ competition success, covering tournament strategy, weight management, and rule-specific techniques. Our program develops elite-level competitors through sparring sessions, technical analysis, and mental preparation. Athletes train alongside experienced world-champion instructors.
Kids Martial Arts
Age-appropriate Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes fostering discipline, confidence, and physical development. Curriculum balances technical instruction with character building, teaching respect, perseverance, and teamwork. Safe environment for children to learn self-defence and improve fitness.
Fitness Programs
BJJ-based fitness regimens improving strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. Sessions combine technical drills with functional training to enhance overall physical performance. Programs cater to recreational athletes seeking improved health and martial arts practitioners requiring competition-level conditioning.
People
Carlos Portugues Vieira
Head Coach
Over 20 years of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu experience, trained world champions, and maintains direct connection with Cia Paulista's senior professors. Founded the Australian branch in 2008, holding a black belt with four stripes from the lineage's leading instructors.
Christiano Crusinski
Instructor
Certified BJJ instructor with extensive competition experience, specialising in technical development and student progression. Trains under Carlos Vieira, focusing on modern grappling applications while maintaining traditional foundations from the Gracie lineage.
Dominique Liddle
Instructor
Experienced martial artist with multiple black belt certifications, bringing expertise in cross-disciplinary training methods. Focuses on practical self-defence applications and adaptive teaching techniques for diverse student needs across Melbourne locations.
Rex Carney
Instructor
Specialises in competition preparation and strength conditioning, with tournament experience in local and international circuits. Develops structured programs for athletes aiming to progress through BJJ belt ranks systematically.
Jang Seong Yeong
Instructor
Korean-based instructor maintaining direct connection with Melbourne headquarters, ensuring consistent technical standards across international locations. Focuses on traditional technique preservation while adapting to modern training methodologies.
Questions
What Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes do you offer?
We provide adult and kids' BJJ classes for all skill levels, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced practitioners. Sessions focus on technical development, sparring, and competition preparation.
Do you have self-defence training programs?
Yes, our self-defence programs teach practical techniques based on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu principles, covering standing defence, ground fighting, and real-world scenario training for personal protection.
Are there competition preparation options available?
We offer specialised competition coaching with experienced world-champion instructors, covering tournament strategy, weight management, and rule-specific techniques to develop elite-level competitors.
Do you provide kids' martial arts programs?
Our youth programs teach age-appropriate BJJ techniques, focusing on character development, discipline, and physical fitness in a safe environment for children of various age groups.
What locations do you operate in?
We have headquarters in Maribyrnong, with affiliate locations in Altona Meadows, Caroline Springs, East Brunswick, Moe, Oakleigh East, Adelaide, Gympie, and South Korea.
What experience do your instructors have?
Our instructors include world-champion practitioners with decades of combined experience, maintaining direct connections to Cia Paulista's senior professors and the Gracie family lineage.
Reviews (4)
Ismail Osman
Jun 15, 2021
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Can't say enough positive things about this club From all the management Head coach Carlos And all the training partners. Friendly environment for all levels
David Booth
Sep 28, 2019
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Dropped in while in town for work and had a wonderful experience! Professor Vieira was nothing but welcoming and everyone I met was great. Good energy, tough rolls and always good to get some training in while on the road. THANKS and hope to make it back!
Ethan Han
Nov 14, 2017
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I visit here while I was traveling. My wife and myself both enjoyed the experience here. Good facility, friendly atmosphere, very experienced professor, definitely to recommend anyone training BJJ. Thank you Carlos, Alex, Jose, Miho, Volteza and everyone for welcoming us and hard rollings. OSS!!
Jack Riverson
Nov 10, 2017
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Can't speak highly enough about this club. Friendly people, genuine world class coaching, incredible workout and amazing vibe. If you are looking for authentic, high quality Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, look no further.
