North Shore submission grappling & bjj in Takapuna, Auckland
Modern no-gi submission grappling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on Auckland's North Shore.
Beginner friendly.
All levels welcome. No experience required.
What is Submission Grappling?
Submission grappling is ground fighting that uses leverage, positioning and technique — not strength — to control and submit an opponent. It draws from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling and other grappling disciplines into a practical, modern training system built around live resistance.
One of the fastest growing combat sports in the world — and one of the best ways to build fitness, confidence and problem-solving ability.
Rooted in Community, Mastered on the Mats
North Shore Submission Grappling Club is an Incorporated Society — meaning it exists for its members, not as a commercial gym.
Members train together, support each other's development, and have a say in how the club is run.
Explore Our Classes
Programs for all levels — from first-timers to competitive athletes.
Women's Classes
COMING SOON
Building grappling skills, movement and confidence on the mat. Register your interest and we'll keep you in the loop
Fundamentals
The starting point for anyone new to grappling. Structured, safe, and designed to build real skill from the ground up.
Advanced Training
Positional systems, transitions, competition prep and live sparring for experienced grapplers.
Open Mat Saturdays
Free-training format open to all members and visiting grapplers. No coaching. Just rolling.
New to Grappling?
Most of our members started with zero experience. You don't need to be strong or athletic — the training builds that over time. Our Fundamentals classes are the right place to start.
What to expect in your first Class.
Classes are structured so beginners can follow along comfortably from day one.
A typical session includes:
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Warm-up and movement drills
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Technical instruction and demonstration
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Partner drills
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Optional live grappling at the end
You go at your own pace. Most people are surprised how quickly they settle in.
Train Hard.
Train Respectfully.
Our members include students, professionals, parents and people who'd never trained before. Some compete.
Most train for fitness, self-defence or the simple satisfaction of getting better at something hard.
Everyone's here to improve and help others do the same.
Joining Our Club
We're not a gym — we're a registered non-profit club run by our members.
Step 1 — 2 Free Classes Turn up to any Fundamentals class. No commitment, no pressure.
Step 2 — Concession Card ($40) Four more classes at $10 each. Keep building your foundation.
Step 3 — Full Membership Once you've completed your concession classes, you'll be invited to join as a full member — with access to all sessions and a vote in how the club is run.
What makes us different?
We're member-run and non-profit. Every decision is made by the people on the mats.
We have over eight black belts training and teaching — with black and brown belts actively sharing coaching and grading duties.
Ready to start?
Turn up to a Fundamentals class Monday or Wednesday at 5:30pm — or register your interest below and we'll be in touch.
39A Barrys Point Road, Takapuna, Auckland training@northshoregrappling.co.nz
