Non-competition club
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Adults beginners classes
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Kids classes
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Non-competition club 〰️ Adults beginners classes 〰️ Kids classes 〰️
About
Portal BJJ Thirroul is bringing a unique brand of Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu and Boxing to the pristine northern Illawarra, NSW. This is delivered in a non-competitive format to capture the general public. We aim to journey into the martial arts experience with short, fun, interactive, and challenging classes in a student-centered innovative environment. If you are a busy parent with young ones, we have toddler-friendly classes. We have classes throughout the day and evening to ensure there is something for everyone and no one has to sacrifice much of their precious beach time. If you are a beginner and are looking for self-defense, fun, and fitness for your family whilst acquiring new skills in a safe environment then Portal is the place for you.
At Portal BJJ Thirroul, we understand the many components of martial arts i.e. the importance of self-discipline and dedication. Martial arts teaches teamwork, but on the flip side, it also teaches independence. It teaches youth about the values of working hard and the importance of setting goals and working hard to achieve those goals. Like life, youth martial arts teaches kids that you get out what you put in.
If you are an adult seeking a place to complement your already busy schedule and acquire fitness components such as flexibility, strength, agility, and the overwhelming positive feeling post-workout in a family-friendly community environment, you have come to the right place!
Our classes are a brilliant accompaniment to other hobbies such as surfing, hiking, and rock climbing helping you to achieve different types of strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular targets.
We have lots of short, sharp, time-conscious classes that don’t interfere with your day-to-day life but enhance your work-life balance.
Location
Shop 2/2-3 McCauley Street
Thirroul NSW 2515
Hours
Monday - Friday
10.30am – 1pm
3.30pm - 8pm
Saturday
9am -12:30pm
Follow our journey.
Our Facility
Located in the heart of Thirroul, we have an intimate training environment and take pride in ensuring the mats are regularly cleaned and sanitised. Our training area has a sub-floor, which assists in absorbing impact from falling. Additional features of the space include:
Changerooms
Shower facilities
Boxing equipment
In addition to the physical attributes of the facility, our space is ego-free and fosters a nurturing learning environment. We are a family-friendly school and as such are inclusive of all.
Our history
Portal Jiu Jitsu was founded in 2012 in Joao Pessoa – PB, Brazil by Professor David Moreira.
Portal is named after the suburb Portal Do Sol; the most easterly point of Brazil and the location of the first school. Portal is based on the principles Prof. David has learned during his experience in jiu-jitsu with a methodology targeted at teaching technical development as well as instilling the moral values of respect, humility, balance, and loyalty.
In 2016 after building a strong and solid team, Prof. David brought his teachings and philosophy to the most easterly point of Australia; Byron Bay, NSW.
Today, Portal has grown with classes taught in Ballina and Thirroul, Australia. Portal is taught with a philosophy grounded in traditional jiu-jitsu where respect and discipline are always shown on the mats and any ego is quickly forgotten. Portal is family-run and driven by the genuine desire to impart teachings and to guide and be part of students’ jiu-jitsu journeys.
Portal promotes a safe and nurturing learning environment with new students welcomed and made to feel part of the family. Portal teaches students organically by instructing on the roots of jiu-jitsu by providing knowledge and ensuring understanding of the fundamental principles. This conceptual awareness then leads to a greater command of the techniques while also allowing students to develop their own game based on their size, shape, strengths, and weaknesses.
It is the philosophy of Portal Jiu-Jitsu that everything learned on the mats is then realised in daily life. As students begin to train they experience an increase in energy and physicality which enforces a healthy lifestyle such as eating and sleeping habits as well as dissuades adverse lifestyle choices. Through perseverance on the mats, students increase mental toughness as well as improve problem-solving skills. By cultivating these habits, it can be seen how jiu-jitsu affects life as a whole. This understanding is embodied by the Portal logo which symbolises the ongoing connection between mind, body, and spirit.
PROF. DAVID MOREIRA SOARES
With over 30 years’ experience and athletic accomplishments including but not limited to Brazilian Champion, South American Champion, Australian Champion, and two times Worlds Finalist, Prof. David's jiu-jitsu is first-class. Not only is he a skilled practitioner but his coaching ability is much-admired with strength in easily connecting with and teaching students of all ages and abilities. Through personal experience, Prof. David holds the strong belief that everything you learn on the mat will be positively transferred to any area of life.