# Bernardo Magalhaes - Life BJJ

> Taren Point, Australia

## Overview

**Name:** Bernardo Magalhaes - Life BJJ

**Description:** Life BJJ is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy founded by Bernardo "Trekko" Fuks Magalhães, a 5th Degree Black Belt and 6-time Australian BJJ Champion. Bernardo began training at 14 years old in Brazil, won the Brazilian Championship three years later, and moved to Australia in 2008, where he earned citizenship through his exceptional talent. He received his black belt in 2004 under Vinicius Aieta, head coach of Gracie Tijuca in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Life BJJ operates multiple locations across New South Wales, including Taren Point (the main academy), Bundeena, and Coffs Harbour. The academy specializes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for kids (4+), teens, men, and women, offering a safe, professional, and family-friendly environment to learn the gentle art. Training programs cater to all skill levels from beginners to advanced practitioners.

Under Bernardo's expert instruction, Life BJJ emphasizes not just technical proficiency but also building a strong sense of community. The academy offers a variety of programs including fundamentals, no-gi grappling, kids classes, women's classes, private instruction, and corporate programs, making Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu accessible to everyone regardless of age or experience level.

**Status:** Active

## Contact Information

**Address:**
2/26 Atkinson Rd, Taren Point NSW 2229
Taren Point 2229, Australia

**Phone:** 0404 544 509

**Email:** bernardo_trekko@outlook.com

**Website:** https://www.lifebjj.com

**Social Media:**
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifebjjau
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifebjjau/

## Pricing

## Instructors


### Bernardo Fuks Magalhães - Black

**Role:** Head Instructor

**Bio:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt since 2004, 5th Degree Black Belt, and 6-time Australian BJJ Champion. Started training at age 14 in Brazil, won the Brazilian Championship three years later, and moved to Australia in 2008. Black belt under Vinicius Aieta (head coach of Gracie Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil).


## Programs

### Fundamentals

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** BJJ fundamentals program for all skill levels, focusing on core techniques and positions

**Classes:**

### No-Gi

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** No-Gi grappling program for teens and adults

**Classes:**

### Kids BJJ (4-7 years)

**Skill Level:** Beginner

**Age Group:** kids

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for young children ages 4-7

**Classes:**

### Kids BJJ (8-14 years)

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** kids

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for children ages 8-14

**Classes:**

### Women's Classes

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Women-only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes in a supportive environment

### Private Instruction

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** all_ages

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** One-on-one private instruction for personalized training

### Corporate Programs

**Skill Level:** Beginner

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs designed for corporate teams and workplace wellness



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**Last Updated:** March 01, 2026

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