Martial arts students practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques on mats in a gym, with one student demonstrating a control move on another student.
Martial artists sitting in meditation during a training session at a martial arts gym.
Two women practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on a black mat in a gym with large windows. One woman is on the mat wearing a white gi, and the other is kneeling next to her, wearing a black gi.
Two women practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on mats in a gym, with one demonstrating a technique and the other assisting. In the background, two other women are sitting and stretching.
A coach or instructor laughing and sitting on the mat while guiding a woman during a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class or training session. Several students are sitting around, observing and smiling.
People practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on mats in a dojo, with some sitting and one person in a guard position during training.

OUR STORY

Our founder and head coach, Jou, grew up in South Auckland feeling like he didn’t belong. Being a Māori-Chinese mixed kid, fitting in wasn’t easy. Martial arts always inspired him, but it wasn’t until he discovered Brazilian jiu-jitsu that he found a sport where strategy and technique mattered more than size or strength.

Today, as a black belt, he has turned his journey into a mission: to create an Auckland-based jiu-jitsu gym where everyone can belong, learn, and grow. That’s why we proudly offer a mix of class types, courses and learning opportunities, including

  • Beginner-Friendly Classes: Learn at your own pace, regardless of fitness level.

  • Self-Defence Skills: Practical techniques to protect yourself in real-life situations.

  • Community & Support: Join a welcoming environment where students of all ages and backgrounds thrive.

  • Expert Coaching: Led by a black belt coach focused on teaching, not gatekeeping.

Whether you’re looking to boost confidence, improve fitness, or something totally unique to you, Syzygy Jiu-Jitsu is here to guide you. Every student is part of the family, and every step on the mat is a step toward personal transformation.

  • A man in a white Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gi standing in front of a mixed martial arts cage with BODX branding.

    Jou Chun

    Awarded black belt from respected kiu-jitsu athlete, coach and mentor Paulo Sorriso in 2016. Head instructor at Syzygy BJJ, Jou runs lunch time, Monday evenings and Thursday evening classes.

  • A man with a beard and mustache, wearing a black rash guard with white logo and crossed arms, standing inside a mixed martial arts cage at an indoor gym, with blurred background of gym equipment and posters.

    Eduard Tudor

    Awarded his brown belt in 2023. Ed is our secondary instructor running night classes, bringing huge passion for coaching and jiu jitsu.

  • A man in a white Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gi standing in front of a fenced training area with BOREX logo and a black banner in the background.

    Kamm Hayden

    Purple belt instructor Kamm assists with coaching and leading of our dedicated kids programs.

  • A man with a beard and dark hair in front of a mixed martial arts cage, wearing a black rash guard with the logo 'SYZYGY BJJ'.

    Eric Erigorian

    A purple belt with 10 years of experience, Eric assists with both our night classes and kids programs.

  • Man wearing glasses and a black athletic shirt standing inside a mixed martial arts cage, with black mesh fencing and banners in the background.

    Kelvin Chueng

    Kelvin is a purple belt and runs night classes at Syzygy.

Contact us

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