Gracie Sydney Coaches

Gracie Sydney Coaches

Get to know the dedicated Gracie Sydney Instructors who bring expertise and passion to every Jiu-Jitsu session! The professors, coaches and assistants at Gracie Sydney are all highly trained and experienced in the art of Jiu-Jitsu.

Get to know the dedicated Gracie Sydney Instructors who bring expertise and passion to every Jiu-Jitsu session! The professors, coaches and assistants at Gracie Sydney are all highly trained and experienced in the art of Jiu-Jitsu.

They have dedicated their lives to mastering the techniques and principles of this martial art, and they bring this knowledge and expertise to their students.

They have dedicated their lives to mastering the techniques and principles of this martial art, and they bring this knowledge and expertise to their students.

Each instructor has their own unique style and approach to teaching, which allows students to learn from a variety of perspectives and gain a more well-rounded understanding of Jiu-Jitsu.

Each instructor has their own unique style and approach to teaching, which allows students to learn from a variety of perspectives and gain a more well-rounded understanding of Jiu-Jitsu.

  • Gracie Sydney gym facilities with training equipment and open mat space
    Instructor addressing a large group of students during a belt ceremony
    Families and children seated in the academy watching a live class
    Young students sitting on the mat during a kids’ Jiu Jitsu session
    Two boys in white and blue gis preparing to spar on the mat
    Children practicing Jiu Jitsu techniques with instructors supervising
  • Gracie Sydney gym facilities with training equipment and open mat space
    Instructor addressing a large group of students during a belt ceremony
    Families and children seated in the academy watching a live class
    Young students sitting on the mat during a kids’ Jiu Jitsu session
    Two boys in white and blue gis preparing to spar on the mat
    Children practicing Jiu Jitsu techniques with instructors supervising

HEAD COACH

HEAD COACH

HEAD COACH

Tony "Ourico"

Tony "Ourico"

Tony "Ourico"

FIGHT. FLOW. GROW

FIGHT. FLOW. GROW

FIGHT. FLOW. GROW

FIGHT. FLOW. GROW

Tony leads the team with a deep understanding of Jiu-Jitsu and a passion for elevating each student’s game. With decades of experience and a natural ability to connect, he brings out the best in beginners and competitors alike. His approach is clear: flow with purpose, focus on progress, and grow together.

Tony leads the team with a deep understanding of Jiu-Jitsu and a passion for elevating each student’s game. With decades of experience and a natural ability to connect, he brings out the best in beginners and competitors alike. His approach is clear: flow with purpose, focus on progress, and grow together.

Tony leads the team with a deep understanding of Jiu-Jitsu and a passion for elevating each student’s game. With decades of experience and a natural ability to connect, he brings out the best in beginners and competitors alike. His approach is clear: flow with purpose, focus on progress, and grow together.

Tony leads the team with a deep understanding of Jiu-Jitsu and a passion for elevating each student’s game. With decades of experience and a natural ability to connect, he brings out the best in beginners and competitors alike. His approach is clear: flow with purpose, focus on progress, and grow together.

Tony “Ourico” in a white gi with arms crossed, standing confidently in front of a blue background
Maria Elisa Thimoteo smiling in a white gi, arms folded, in front of a gradient backdrop
Maria Elisa Thimoteo smiling in a white gi, arms folded, in front of a gradient backdrop
Maria Elisa Thimoteo smiling in a white gi, arms folded, in front of a gradient backdrop
Maria Elisa Thimoteo smiling in a white gi, arms folded, in front of a gradient backdrop

JIU JITSU COACH

JIU JITSU COACH

JIU JITSU COACH

Felipe da Silva Lemos

Felipe da Silva Lemos

Felipe da Silva Lemos

TECHNIQUE. PRESSURE. RESILIENCE.

TECHNIQUE. PRESSURE. RESILIENCE.

TECHNIQUE. PRESSURE. RESILIENCE.

TECHNIQUE. PRESSURE. RESILIENCE.

A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, Felipe combines technical mastery with a calm, methodical approach. He emphasises precision, pressure, and discipline—guiding students to refine fundamentals while developing confidence and resilience. On the mats, his focus is clear: build skill, sharpen control, and grow with purpose.

A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, Felipe combines technical mastery with a calm, methodical approach. He emphasises precision, pressure, and discipline—guiding students to refine fundamentals while developing confidence and resilience. On the mats, his focus is clear: build skill, sharpen control, and grow with purpose.

A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, Felipe combines technical mastery with a calm, methodical approach. He emphasises precision, pressure, and discipline—guiding students to refine fundamentals while developing confidence and resilience. On the mats, his focus is clear: build skill, sharpen control, and grow with purpose.

A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, Felipe combines technical mastery with a calm, methodical approach. He emphasises precision, pressure, and discipline—guiding students to refine fundamentals while developing confidence and resilience. On the mats, his focus is clear: build skill, sharpen control, and grow with purpose.

WRESTLING COACH

WRESTLING COACH

WRESTLING COACH

Jayden Lawrence

Jayden Lawrence

Jayden Lawrence

CONTROL, STRENGTH, AND STRATEGY

CONTROL, STRENGTH, AND STRATEGY

CONTROL, STRENGTH, AND STRATEGY

CONTROL, STRENGTH, AND STRATEGY

An Olympic-level wrestler turned BJJ athlete, Jayden brings intensity, precision, and mental resilience to the team. His classes blend explosive takedowns with technical insights — ideal for anyone looking to master control from the top.

An Olympic-level wrestler turned BJJ athlete, Jayden brings intensity, precision, and mental resilience to the team. His classes blend explosive takedowns with technical insights — ideal for anyone looking to master control from the top.

An Olympic-level wrestler turned BJJ athlete, Jayden brings intensity, precision, and mental resilience to the team. His classes blend explosive takedowns with technical insights — ideal for anyone looking to master control from the top.

An Olympic-level wrestler turned BJJ athlete, Jayden brings intensity, precision, and mental resilience to the team. His classes blend explosive takedowns with technical insights — ideal for anyone looking to master control from the top.

Jayden Lawrence wearing a neon yellow singlet, posing with a focused expression
Jayden Lawrence wearing a neon yellow singlet, posing with a focused expression
Jayden Lawrence wearing a neon yellow singlet, posing with a focused expression
Jayden Lawrence wearing a neon yellow singlet, posing with a focused expression

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Gracie Sydney Alexandria

Gracie Sydney Alexandria is our flagship academy and the heart of a thriving BJJ community in Australia. Whether you're a first-timer or a lifelong martial artist, you're always welcome on our mats.

Our Address

3/576 Botany Rd. Alexandria

Sydney NSW 2015 Australia

Instructor demonstrating a grappling move on a student during training
Instructor demonstrating a grappling move on a student during training
Instructor demonstrating a grappling move on a student during training
Instructor demonstrating a grappling move on a student during training