# Chess Club Jiu-Jitsu > Warana, Australia ## Overview **Name:** Chess Club Jiu-Jitsu **Description:** Chess Club Jiu-Jitsu is a dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located in Kawana on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. Founded on the principles of discipline, respect, and resilience, Chess Club exists to bring together a community of like-minded people and pass on the traditional martial arts values to the next generations. The academy offers both gi and no-gi training for adults and children in a welcoming, family-friendly environment. Led by Professor Rafael Miyashiro, the head coach with over 14 years of experience in BJJ, Chess Club emphasizes creating a beginner-friendly culture where everyone can learn, grow, and thrive. Professor Miyashiro's philosophy centers on using Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a tool for personal development, fostering discipline, respect, and resilience that extends beyond the mats into students' relationships, work, and family life. Often described as "human chess," BJJ training at Chess Club focuses on technical expertise, positive posture, and the humbling nature of the sport that creates a community free from egos. The academy prides itself on being more than just a gym—it's a social club dedicated to rebuilding the sense of community often lost in modern society. Chess Club offers diverse training programs including adult BJJ (gi and no-gi), kids BJJ, and even free online BJJ courses available worldwide. With multiple class times throughout the week including early morning and evening sessions, the academy provides flexible training options for busy schedules. The facility maintains high hygiene standards, uniform guidelines (white gi with black rashguard for gi classes, black rashguard and shorts for no-gi), and a culture of punctuality and mutual respect among all members. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** Shop 4 / 1 Premier Cct, Warana Warana 4575, Australia **Phone:** (07) 5430 0827 **Email:** hello@chessclubjiujitsu.com.au **Website:** https://www.chessclubjiujitsu.com.au **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chessclubjiujitsu - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chessclub.jiujitsu?mibextid=LQQJ4d - YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ChessClubJiuJitsu ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM, 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Tuesday: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Thursday: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Friday: 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Sunday: Closed ## Pricing ## Facilities & Amenities Kickboxing ## Instructors ### Rafael Miyashiro - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Professor Rafael Miyashiro has been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for 14 years and serves as the Head Coach at Chess Club Jiu-Jitsu. His journey in BJJ began by accident when he joined a fitness gym that offered boxing classes, and the boxing coach invited him to try BJJ. It became an instant passion that transformed his life, making BJJ his top priority. Rafael's philosophy emphasizes that BJJ is a humbling sport where big egos have no place, and the constant frustration involved creates the will for continuous improvement. He believes the life lessons learned through martial arts—discipline, respect, and resilience—are key elements that change people's attitudes towards life, relationships, work, and family, contributing to a better future for society. ## Programs ### Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Traditional gi-based BJJ training for adults of all skill levels. Focus on fundamental techniques, positional control, and technical expertise with an emphasis on discipline and respect. **Classes:** ### No-Gi Grappling **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Dynamic no-gi grappling training focusing on techniques without the traditional gi. Perfect for those interested in MMA-style grappling or preferring training without the gi. ### Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Fun and educational BJJ program for children focusing on discipline, respect, and martial arts fundamentals in a safe, supportive environment. --- **Last Updated:** March 01, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/australia/warana/chess-club-jiu-jitsu)