Frequently Asked Questions

Book a visit and then a membership. Everyone goes through a trial period at Rogue BJJ Canberra to determine if we're a good fit for each other. You'll be welcomed to our community and supported by Mike and our mentors, who will coach you through new member induction and our Code of Conduct. This will start your journey with Rogue BJJ Canberra.

If you decide how we approach BJJ and the community isn't for you, that's okay. If Mike or our mentors feel you are not a good fit then we'll openly tell you. The health and safety of our community is our priority and any person who is selfish, dangerous, inconsiderate, offensive or at any stage breaches the Code of Conduct, will be asked to leave immediately.

No. Rogue BJJ classes are exclusively for Members or those who purchase a Starter Pass. If you would like to book a single class, you will need to purchase a Private Class with Mike or one of our other instructors.

You sure can, but you'll need to be a Rogue BJJ member to train with us. All we ask is that any time you're training with us you're following our Code of Conduct and Dangerous Technique policies.

Rogue BJJ is not like other clubs. Our classes are small by design and you get plenty of direct feedback and personalised instruction from Mike and our mentors in class. You won't be lost in the crowd at Rogue BJJ. 

Our Members also don't pay annual membership fees, grading fees or seminar fees - all reguarly hidden costs to be found at other clubs.  

Yes. Many of our members have injuries they have sustained throughout their lives and we acknowledge your level of fitness and experience. Our training seeks to support them in every way possible. This includes modifying training and techniques to accommodate needs.

Absolutely. Most self-defence situations happen at close range and are unpredictable, making them perfect for BJJ's grappling and reality-based training approach. Also, our techniques minimise your opponent's advantages in weight and strength — perfect for protecting you against wouldbe attackers.

Regular practice is essential for building competency in BJJ. Two sessions per week is what we would consider to be the minimum amount of training required to get good at any skill. 

BJJ is a grappling art. That means it focuses on controlling opponents through throws, clinches, controls and submissions rather than punches and kicks. If you're interested in punching and kicking, though, our dedicated Self-Defence classes use a wide array of techniques including kicks and strikes. 

No. Many of our students are veterans and first responders but we value a diverse community. We believe it's healthy to bring people together from different backgrounds.

This is a common fear and one that isn't unfounded. You might, yes. We can't guarantee you won't. But we'll do our best to prevent that by providing a safe, non-competitive mat culture, small group classes and expert direct instruction. At Rogue BJJ we're not world champions or UFC fighters. We're ordinary people who want to train and improve our fitness, health and wellbeing. For that reason, we do everything we can to minimise the risk of injuries. Take a look at the Rogue BJJ Canberra  Code of Conduct and Rogue BJJ Canberra Illegal Techniques.

Yes. We believe there is no barrier to training. We're focused on looking after our members, and they need to be focused on being a good training partner, regardless of age. 

Absolutely. At Rogue BJJ in Canberra, we believe Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a game-changer for women seeking confidence, strength, and practical self-defence skills. Unlike striking arts, BJJ’s grappling-based approach levels the playing field, making it ideal for women. 

With the right club and training partners to suit your needs, anyone can take up BJJ at any age.

Anthony Bourdain started at 58, Tom Hardy started at 34, Keanu Reeves was 50 when he started, Ashton Kutcher was 35, Mark Zuckerberg at 37, Russell Brand at 41, Ed O'Neil who now holds a black belt in BJJ began his training at 42. Others include Demi Lovato, Usher, Scarlett Johansson, Jason Strathham, Halle Berry, Rebel Wilson, Nicolas Cage and Mila Jovovich.