black belt 2nd degree

Felipe began practising Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1999. At the time he studied under Master Toti Jordan “Pitoco” and Paulo Nardy. Under these masters, he continued from white belt all the way to black.

Infight Team are one of the most traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teams in Brazil, with a background stemming directly from the “Gracie Family”. Felipe’s master grew up with the Gracie family and started Jiujitsu with them in 1971.

felipe began competing in 2000. While still occasionally competing, his focus now firmly lies in furthering his own studies while teaching adults and children in to help secure the future of the sport.

felipe teaches our adults and kids classes.

black belt

Syb was first introduced to BJJ in 2002 in Brazil and began training in 2008. He continued to train BJJ once returning to Australia. In 2017 he received his black belt.

"In my classes, I prioritize quality over quantity, fostering an environment where students can cultivate their unique games based on their physical attributes, athleticism, and personality. Strong fundamentals serve as the cornerstone of each student’s journey, enabling them to evolve and progress in their own unique way."

syb takes our adults no gi and kids self defence classes.

black belt

Jayke first began training under Felipe Balladi as a blue belt. receiving his black belt in 2023.

While competing occasionally in no gi super fights, jayke is now focused on building his skillset through martial arts including may thai, mma, wresting and no gi Jiu Jitsu.

jayke teaches our adults no gi classes.

brown belt

Rex started training in boxing at the age of 5 with his father who was a former NZ Professional boxing champion. At the age of 16, he started to train Muay Thai and had his first fight at 17 years of age. After winning multiple Welterweight World Titles and a solid fight career of 55 fights across New Zealand, Thailand and Australia Rex retired and moved into coaching fighters in all disciplines. Rex is currently a brown belt and loves passing on his experience to anyone keen to learn.

brown belt

Raina started training under Felipe Balladi and has received all her colour belts under him.

her focus is competing internationally. She won her second world titles. and holds the title of worlds masters, Asia and multiple nationals and states competitions.

Raina teaches our adults and kids classes.

purple belt

noe began training under felipe Balladi 5 years ago and received all his coloured belts under him.

competing in many sports throughout his life he is passionate about martial arts and how it can shape an individual beyond the mats.

he currently holds multiple national and states titles.

noe teaches our adults and kids classes.

we have many instructors on hand.

each kids classes has a minimum of 4-5 coaches so that our little ones get the attention and guidance they require.