brazilian jiu jitsu for Life
A world class academy for all ages and all levels
The Academy of Grounding is a modern training space rooted in ancient practice. We teach lifelong arts—Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, movement and meditation—through traditional methods that honour the individual. Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or returning to deepen your journey, this is a space to grow strong, confident, and connected.
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the traditional art of jiu jitsu
JIU-JITSU is an intelligent & powerful art that teaches us a multitude of life skills.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is not just sport or martial art. It is also a powerful self-defence system, a character builder and a way of life. The gentle art advocates a balance of strategy and controlled aggression. It teaches us to be calm, respectful and disciplined; knowing when to act and when to wait. The Jiu Jitsu journey teaches you the most efficient use of your physical, mental, and spiritual strength. As a martial art, BJJ encompasses physical and mental discipline. As a sport, it feeds our competitive nature. And as a lifestyle guide, it helps us achieve equilibrium – through exercise, social connection and a focus on humility.
learn pure gracie jiu jitsu from the roots.
Professor Antonio Lauro Rodrigues (Rio, Brazil) brings to Brisbane direct and pure teachings from his lifelong relationship with the real legends of traditional Jiu Jitsu. HIs masters were Cassio Cardoso (Carlson Gracie), Rolker and Royler Gracie, the sons of the founder of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu GrandMaster Helio Gracie.
Benefits of Jiu Jitsu
Mental Training | Physical Training | Humility Training | Self Confidence | Problem Solving | Emotional Control | Patience | Discipline | Community | Fun
“There is no losing in Jiu-Jitsu. You either win, or you learn.”
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the ancient science of yoga
THE ANCIENT SCIENCE AND WISDOM OF YOGA dates back over three thousand years and WORKS ON EVERY LEVEL OF THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE TO ACHIEVE HEALTH AND INTEGRATION OF THE BODY, BREATH, MIND AND LIFE.
Learn authentic Yoga from the roots.
We teach a practical approach of Hatha Yoga that derives its roots from the teachings of the great yoga master Tirumalai Krishnamacharya and his son T. K. V. Desikachar. The teachings are a subtle and strong tantra system of breath informed integrated movement, bandha and meditation that seamlessly connects you to the present moment. The hallmark of this lineage is that yoga must be adapted for the individual. It is our mission to share accurate and effective yoga education that respects and honours not only this ancient living tradition, but even more importantly the individual training with us. Our classes range from all ages and levels from first-timers to more serious teachers and practitioners of Yoga.
Our one-on-one mentoring and small classes focus on: Meditation and mindfulness training + Yoga for the individual + The tools of your mind-body-breath system + Traditional Vinyasa Krama +. Free and natural movement + Advanced Breath training + Moving meditation + Krishnamacharya’s principles of practice
“Forget about enlightenment. Sit down wherever you are and listen to the wind that is singing in your veins.”
Contact Us
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receive a free private jiu-jitsu and yoga class
We love meeting people from all walks of life, from the beltless to the black belts and yoganaughts to the well-seasoned yogis. We would love to meet you and offer private class with Antonio Lauro and Kory at no cost, in this time you can share your goals, questions and also learn a little about us. Please send us your details and we will be in contact with you shortly. We look forward to meeting you soon.
“Our fears don’t stop death. They stop life.”
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