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.
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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.
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Eduard Todor
Awarded his brown belt in 2023. Ed is our secondary instructor running night classes, bringing huge passion for coaching and jiu jitsu.
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Kamm Hayden
Purple belt instructor Kamm assists with coaching and leading of our dedicated kids programs.
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Eric Erigorian
A purple belt with 10 years of experience, Eric assists with both our night classes and kids programs.
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Kelvin Chueng
Kelvin is a purple belt and runs night classes at Syzygy.
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