About ALIVE DOJO Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Judo
ALIVE DOJO Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Judo offers expert martial arts training in Devonport, Auckland. The club is located at 69 Wairoa Road, Devonport, Auckland 0624, providing a dedicated space for both Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners. Students train under highly experienced instructors with deep roots in the global martial arts community.
Brendon leads the coaching team with over 40 years of experience on the mats. He is a Judo Olympian and the youngest judoka to win the New Zealand Senior Nationals. Holding a 4th-degree black belt in Judo and a BJJ black belt awarded by Pedro Fernandes, Brendon brings elite-level insight to every session.
Bryan is another cornerstone of the coaching staff. He began training at age 10 and spent over a decade living, training, and teaching in Japan. He holds a 2nd-degree black belt in Judo from the Kodokan, one of the most prestigious institutions in the world, and earned his BJJ black belt under Pedro Fernandes.
Anthony, a Pedro Fernandes black belt, contributes over a decade of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience. Originally from California, he was a competitive high school wrestler, giving him a strong foundation in takedowns and pressure-based grappling. His background enhances the technical depth of the program.
The team also includes Hayden, a Tu Kaha purple belt, and Jack, who serves as Assistant Kids Coach. Together, the instructors foster a disciplined, supportive environment for students of all levels.
FAQs
Who are the coaches at ALIVE DOJO?
The coaches include Brendon, Bryan, Anthony, Hayden, and Jack. Brendon is a Judo Olympian with over 40 years of experience. Bryan trained in Japan for over a decade and holds a Kodokan black belt. Anthony is a Pedro Fernandes black belt with a wrestling background. Hayden is a Tu Kaha purple belt, and Jack is the Assistant Kids Coach.
What are the qualifications of the Judo coaches at ALIVE DOJO?
Brendon holds a 4th-degree black belt in Judo and is a Judo Olympian. Bryan holds a 2nd-degree black belt in Judo from the Kodokan, one of the most prestigious Judo institutions in the world.
How experienced are the coaches at ALIVE DOJO?
Brendon has over 40 years of experience on the mats. Bryan spent over a decade living, training, and teaching in Japan. Anthony has over a decade of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience and a competitive wrestling background.
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