# Buhagiar Brothers Jiu-Jitsu > Brisbane, Australia ## Overview **Name:** Buhagiar Brothers Jiu-Jitsu **Description:** Brothers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a joint effort between David and Tim Buhagiar, both 2nd degree black belts under 5th degree black belt Peter de Been. The gym is an affiliate of De Been Jiu Jitsu, one of the pioneering Brazilian Jiu Jitsu schools in Australia. The Buhagiar brothers have dedicated their time to training people from all walks of life including police, military personnel, and paramedics. The gym offers comprehensive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training with a focus on building a community of friends working together to improve. Their training philosophy emphasizes effectiveness in both self-defense and competition, while creating a supportive environment for practitioners at all levels. The facility features over 100 square meters of high-quality FUJI wall and floor mats, separate men's and women's changing rooms and toilets, air conditioning, and a merch store for members. Head instructors Tim and Dave Buhagiar bring over a decade of experience each in teaching and competing. Tim has achieved an AFBJJ state title and holds an Orange Belt in Judo, having won back-to-back competitions against higher ranks. David holds a Graduate Diploma in Secondary Education from Griffith University and has earned medals in both state and local AFBJJ competitions. The gym also features assistant instructor Shinsuke Kuwazuru, a black belt with over a decade of training and competition success. All instructors are IBJJF and Blue Card certified. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 617 Seventeen Mile Rocks Road, Seventeen Mile Rocks Brisbane 4073, Australia **Phone:** 0421 678 498 **Email:** Debeenjiujitsubrisbanewest@gmail.com **Website:** https://brothersbrazilianjiujitsu.com/ **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brothersbrazilianjiujitsu/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2BrothersBJJ ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Tuesday: 5:30 AM - 6:30 AM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Wednesday: 5:30 AM - 6:30 AM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Thursday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Friday: 5:30 AM - 6:30 AM, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Saturday: 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM - Sunday: Closed ## Pricing ## Instructors ### David Buhagiar - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** David started BJJ at the same time as his brother Tim. With no prior experience in contact sports, he earned medals in both state and local AFBJJ competitions before concentrating his time on becoming a coach. David holds a Graduate Diploma in Secondary Education from Griffith University and is IBJJF and Blue Card certified. ### Timothy Buhagiar - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Tim's love for grappling started with Judo but after high school moved towards BJJ. After achieving his Brown Belt in BJJ he returned to Judo as a white belt, winning back-to-back competitions against much higher ranks earning automatic promotion through the ranks. Tim has achieved an AFBJJ state title in BJJ and holds an Orange Belt in Judo. His strategies and game plans for BJJ are one of his greatest strengths. ### Shinsuke Kuwazuru - Black **Role:** Assistant **Bio:** Shin started his BJJ training over a decade ago and has had significant success in competition. He is a wealth of knowledge in the sport and serves as an assistant instructor at Brothers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. ## Programs ### Adults Gi **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Jiu Jitsu in the Gi or Kimono is the classic style of the martial art. The gi allows various choke holds and can be used to replicate clothing in the real world. **Classes:** ### Adults No-Gi **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** No Gi classes for those who wish to learn Jiu Jitsu in shorts and rash guard. Experience both Gi and No Gi to gain the most from your Jiu Jitsu training. **Classes:** ### Gi Fundamentals **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Beginner-friendly BJJ program focusing on core techniques in the gi. Perfect for those just starting their BJJ journey. **Classes:** ### Children's Gi **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Creating confidence, developing self-awareness, building agility and strength, caring for others and building to future goals. Classes for ages 5-15. **Classes:** ### Children's No-Gi **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Junior program in No Gi format, allowing students to experience grappling without the handles of a Gi. Building confidence and skills for ages 5-15. **Classes:** ### Competition Training **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Competition-focused training and open mat sessions. Practice competition Jiu Jitsu with various rule sets. Open to all levels including beginners. **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 01, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/australia/brisbane/buhagiar-brothers-jiu-jitsu)