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North Wollongong

Forge
Your
Fire.

Martial Arts Centre

Wollongong's newest home for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo. Built for kids, adults and families ready to step onto the mat and discover what they're made of.

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Our Story

Where The
Fire Starts

CHAMA Martial Arts Centre was born from a shared belief: That every person carries a fire inside them. Our role is to ignite it, forge it, and help it endure.

Founded by Pedro Antun and Paulo Morand,two lifelong martial artists who trained across Brazil and Australia, CHAMA is the gym they always wished existed: A place where technique, community and character are built together.

CHAMA offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo for kids, teens, adults and families. From your first class to your black belt and beyond, this is your home on the mat.

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01 Ignite

We light the spark of potential in every student, from first step to black belt and beyond.

02 Forge

Skill is shaped through repetition, sweat and honest effort, character alongside technique.

03 Endure

We build practitioners who sustain their practice , on the mat and well beyond it.

04 Illuminate

Each session burns away distraction and reveals what truly matters.

Bronze · 2026 Commonwealth Games · Glasgow

Congratulations
Pedro!

Judo - Commonwealth Games Bronze Medallist 2026

Our Co-Founder and Professor Pedro Antun, has brought home a BRONZE medal in Judo at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. A proud moment for the whole CHAMA family.

When you train at CHAMA, you're learning from a Commonwealth Games medallist. That's the standard we bring to every mat, every class, every student.

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What We Offer

Our Classes

BJJ Adults

Adults 16+ • All Levels

Ground-based grappling that teaches leverage and technique over strength. Our flagship program for all levels, from complete beginners to seasoned competitors. Train Gi and NoGi.

BJJ Fundamentals

Adults 16+ • Beginner

The perfect starting point. This class breaks down the core movements and positions of BJJ in a structured, beginner-friendly environment. No experience necessary.

Kids BJJ

4 to 15 yo • All Levels

More than martial arts - it builds focus, confidence and resilience. Kids learn to move, think and grow through structured BJJ drills, games and partner work.

Judo

Kids, Teens & Adults • All Levels

The art of the throw. Judo builds balance, timing and explosive power through standing grips and takedowns, and pairs perfectly with our ground-based BJJ program. Classes for kids, teens, adults and a dedicated women's session.

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Timetable — Train. Grow. Belong.

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
12:00 - 12:45 pm 
Adults BJJ Gi
4:00 - 4:45 PM
CHAMINHA  BJJ 4-7 yrs
4:45- 5:45 PM
Kids BJJ 7-10yrs
5:45 - 6:45pm
Teens BJJ 11-16 yrs
6:45 - 7:45 PM
Adults BJJ Gi
6:00 - 7:00 AM
Adults BJJ Gi
4:30 - 5:30 PM
Judo - Kids and Teens
5:30 - 6:30 PM
Adults Judo
6:30 -7:30 pM
Adults NoGi All Levels 
12:00 - 1:00 pM
BJJ Adults - All Levels
4:00 - 4:45 pm 
CHAMINHA BJJ 4-7 yrs 
4:45 - 5:45 PM
Kids BJJ 7-10Yrs
5:45 - 6:45 PM
Teenagers BJJ 11-16
6:45 - 7:45 PM
Adults BJJ NoGi
3:30 - 4:30 PM 
Judo Comp (By invite)
 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Kids and Teens BJJ
All Levels
5:30 - 6:30 PM
Women's Class
All levels
6:30 - 7:30 PM
Adults NoGi All Levels
12:00 - 1:00PM 
Adults BJJ Gi
4:30 - 5:30 PM
Kids and Teens NoGi
All Levels
5:30 - 6:30 pm 
Judo Adults
6:30 - 7:30 PM
Adults BJJ Gi 
8:30 - 9:15 AM
CHAMINHA  BJJ 4-7 yrs
9:15 - 10:15 AM
Kids  and Teens BJJ
All levels 
10:15 - 11:30 AM
Open Mat
BJJ Adults CHAMA (Comp) Kids BJJ Teens Judo NoGi Women's Class Open Mat
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The Founders

Meet The
People Behind The Fire

Pedro Antun

Co-Founder – Professor BJJ & Judo Sensei

BJJ & Judo Black BeltMulti-Time Champion

Pedro began training BJJ as a kid in Brazil and never looked back. With more than 30 years on the mat, he has competed at the highest levels and now pours that experience into every student who walks through the door.

Paulo Morand

Co-Founder & BJJ Professor

BJJ Black Belt20+ Years

"Building CHAMA isn't just about opening a gym. It's about building a generation that carries discipline and respect in everything they do , on and off the mat."

Sara Al Arnoos

Female Grappling & NoGi Coach

Purple Belt BJJGreen Belt Judo

Sara's passion for martial arts goes well beyond competition. As an athlete and coach, she is dedicated to creating a space where women can build the confidence, self defense skills and  discover what they are capable of; on and off the mats.

Rob Millington

BJJ Coach  Kids & Adults

Coaching 5+ YearsKids & Adults

Rob started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in his mid-30s seeking fitness and discipline, but quickly fell in love with the art. For almost five years, he's been coaching children and learning alongside Professor Pedro, helping students build confidence, resilience, and skill. Rob is passionate about sharing his love of Jiu-Jitsu with both adults and children, creating a positive environment where everyone can grow on and off the mats through continuous learning and self-improvement.

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Kids

$45

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$50

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$85

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Also Available 1 × Class per week - Kids $30 1 × Class per week - Adults $35

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Frequently Asked

Not at all. The majority of our members start with zero experience. Our BJJ Fundamentals and beginner classes are built specifically for first-timers, and our coaches guide you every step of the way.

Just comfortable athletic clothing.  shorts and a t-shirt or rash guard are perfect. If you have a Gi already, please feel free to wear irrespective of the badge it has. Our official Chama online store will also be live soon, so you can easily pick up anything you need there also.  

Yes there is ample parking is available at the back of the premises and on street outside of clearway hours (3:30-6:30pm Mon -Fri).

Gi BJJ is trained in the traditional uniform, using collars, sleeves and pants for grips and control. NoGi is trained in shorts and a rash guard with a faster, more dynamic style. We offer both  and find most members train a mix.

No. All CHAMA memberships are no lock-in. Train as much as you like and cancel anytime with notice. We'd rather earn your membership every week.

Yes. We run a dedicated Women's Class in a supportive, welcoming environment. This is a great entry point for women new to grappling, alongside our open all-levels classes.

Our Kids BJJ program is built for children aged 4 to 15. Classes are structured by age so every child trains safely and progresses at the right pace.

We're located at 16 Flinders Street, North Wollongong NSW 2500. Ample parking is available at the back of the premises.

Yes. Our Family membership starts from $85 per week and covers one adult plus one child, with flexible options to add more family members.

Yes. Private and semi-private lessons with our Professors and coaches are available by request.  These are ideal for accelerating your progress or focusing on competition preparation.

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Address

16 Flinders Street
North Wollongong NSW 2500
Parking available at the back of the premises.

Opening Hours

Mon – Fri12:00pm – 8:00pm
Saturday8:00am – 12:00pm
SundayClosed

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