Business Details
Your Trusted Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gym in Burleigh Heads
Southside BJJ has established itself as a premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training facility on the Gold Coast since its inception. Our mission is to provide high-quality instruction for individuals of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to competitive athletes. With a team of highly experienced coaches, including multiple national and international champions, we offer structured programs tailored to kids, adults, and female-specific classes. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our seven Queensland State Championship titles and our IBJJF-registered grading system. We foster a family-friendly environment where students develop physical fitness, self-defence skills, and mental resilience.Our coaches, including Blue Card-registered instructors, prioritise safety and personal growth while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for all. Through regular seminars featuring world-class practitioners and flexible training schedules, we ensure accessible, comprehensive martial arts education. Our students consistently achieve success in state, national, and international competitions, testament to our rigorous training methodology. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive community where individuals build confidence, discipline, and lifelong skills through the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Services
Kids BJJ Classes
Adult BJJ Classes
No-Gi Grappling
Female Only Classes
Private Seminars
Competition Training
Fundamentals Courses
Online Training Videos
Blue Card Registered Coaches
IBJJF Grading System
Highlights and features
- 7x Queensland State Championship-winning team with IBJJF-registered coaches
- Family-friendly environment accommodating all ages and experience levels
- Specialised kids' programs developing discipline and self-confidence
- Flexible training schedules with classes available 6 days weekly
- Regular seminars led by international BJJ Hall of Fame inductees
Associations and certifications
- IBJJF
- Blue Card Registered
What people say
Awesome coaches
Great environment
Family-friendly vibe
Competition success
Supportive community
Services
Kids BJJ Classes
Structured Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs for children up to 15 years develop discipline, confidence, and self-defence skills. Our Blue Card-registered instructors create a safe, engaging environment where kids learn technical proficiency while building physical fitness and mental resilience through age-appropriate training methods.
Adult BJJ Classes
Comprehensive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction for adults caters to all experience levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners. Our IBJJF-registered black belt coaches deliver technical curriculum covering fundamental techniques, positional control, and competition strategies in a supportive environment that prioritises personal growth and skill development.
No-Gi Grappling
Intensive no-gi grappling sessions focus on takedowns, ground control, and submission techniques without traditional uniform requirements. These classes enhance students' technical versatility and physical conditioning through dynamic sparring sessions led by experienced competition coaches.
Female Only Classes
Exclusive training sessions for female teens and adults provide a comfortable environment to develop self-defence skills and physical fitness. Our women-specific programs address practical self-protection scenarios while building confidence through structured technical instruction and supportive peer interaction.
Competition Preparation
Specialised competition training programs prepare athletes for BJJ tournaments at all levels. With seven Queensland State Championship titles, our proven methodology includes technical refinement, sparring strategies, and mental preparation under the guidance of multiple national and international champions.
People
Vicente Cavalcanti
Founder / Head Coach
Multiple Brazilian and Australian BJJ titleholder with World Championship medal experience. IBJJF-registered black belt and Hyperfly Australia athlete dedicated to developing champions at all levels.
Aaron Wise
Black Belt Coach
Experienced black belt under Professor Vicente Cavalcanti, specialising in technical instruction and competition strategy development for advanced students.
Diego Pereira
Black Belt Coach
IBJJF-registered black belt providing expert guidance in fundamental techniques and positional control for students across all experience levels.
Vinicius Alencar
Brown Belt Coach
Dedicated instructor focusing on technical development for intermediate students, preparing them for advanced competition requirements.
Jacob Cutler
Brown Belt Coach
Specialises in creating structured learning pathways for beginners transitioning to intermediate-level Brazilian Jiu Jitsu techniques.
Questions
Do you offer trial classes for beginners?
Yes, we provide a free first week trial for all new students with no prior experience required.
What age groups do your classes cater to?
We offer programs for children up to 15 years and adults of all ages, including female-specific classes.
Are your instructors qualified?
Our team includes IBJJF-registered black belts and Blue Card-certified coaches with extensive competition experience.
Do you prepare students for competitions?
Yes, we have a proven track record preparing athletes for state, national, and international BJJ competitions.
What locations do you operate from?
We have two main gyms in Burleigh Heads and Ormeau, with additional affiliate locations across Queensland.
Reviews (4)
Jody Dwyer
Dec 28, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
Awesome gym with the best instructors I have trained under. The culture at the gym is second to none and everyone is happy to share their knowledge. Also, no egos which is amazing. I would recommend Southside to anyone one wanting to try Jiu Jitsu or anyone moving to the area. Fantastic!
Awesome gym with the best instructors I have trained under. The culture at the gym is second to none and everyone is happy to share their knowledge. Also, no egos which is amazing. I would recommend Southside to anyone one wanting to try Jiu Jitsu or anyone moving to the area. Fantastic!
Laura Hawken
Dec 27, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
Weve recently started jujitsu at Southside and are absolutely loving it. It has a wonderful family feel, the coaches are knowledgeable and professional. Everyone has gone above and beyond to make us feel welcome and settled.
Weve recently started jujitsu at Southside and are absolutely loving it. It has a wonderful family feel, the coaches are knowledgeable and professional. Everyone has gone above and beyond to make us feel welcome and settled.
Guilherme Franklin De Oliveira
Dec 20, 2021
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I've been training BJJ at Southside for 5 months now. The professors there are super friendly, inclusive, respectful, highly skilled and experienced. I am grateful for the Team for teaching me BJJ in such happy environment. It's been lots of fun, but also challenging and hard at times. Thanks Vicente, Diego, Miguel, Vini and Team for having me. Gui
Yvette McHugh
Dec 17, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
The whole family attends and love it. Really kid friendly coaches and kids sessions. They have lots of fun while learning bjj and making new friends. Highly recommend!
The whole family attends and love it. Really kid friendly coaches and kids sessions. They have lots of fun while learning bjj and making new friends. Highly recommend!
