# GroundControl

> Auckland, New Zealand

## Overview

**Name:** GroundControl

**Description:** GroundControl Martial Arts has been proudly serving the East Auckland community since 2006, providing high-quality Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for all ages and skill levels. The academy is dedicated to changing lives one person at a time through martial arts, education, and coaching in a safe, comfortable, and welcoming atmosphere.

GroundControl offers a comprehensive BJJ program structure with classes designed for different experience levels. The Essentials program focuses on fundamental techniques for beginners, while the Intermediate and Advanced programs build on these foundations with more complex techniques and strategies. The academy also runs specialized programs including a Juniors BJJ program for children ages 7-14, open mat sparring sessions, and takedown-focused training.

The training philosophy at GroundControl emphasizes that martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or experience level. Students not only learn practical self-defense skills but also develop important life qualities such as perseverance, commitment, self-discipline, confidence, and respect. The academy maintains a family-friendly environment where parents are encouraged to watch or even participate, creating strong family bonds through shared martial arts training.

**Status:** Active

## Contact Information

**Address:**
20 Stonedon Drive, East Tamaki
Auckland 2013, New Zealand

**Phone:** 0800-255-662

**Email:** admin@groundcontrol.net.nz

**Website:** https://www.groundcontrol.net.nz

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

## Hours of Operation

- Monday: 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
- Tuesday: 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
- Wednesday: 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
- Thursday: 6:15 PM - 8:45 PM
- Friday: Open Mat/Comp Prep (Times Vary)
- Saturday: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Sunday: Closed
## Pricing

## Programs

### Juniors BJJ

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** kids

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Fun and educational BJJ program for children ages 7-14, focusing on self-defense, discipline, respect, and confidence building

**Classes:**

### Essentials BJJ

**Skill Level:** Beginner

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Beginner-friendly BJJ program focusing on fundamental techniques and core concepts

**Classes:**

### BJJ Intermediate

**Skill Level:** Intermediate

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Intermediate level BJJ program building on fundamentals with more advanced techniques

**Classes:**

### General BJJ

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Open level BJJ training for all experience levels

**Classes:**

### BJJ Open Mat Sparring

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Open sparring sessions for all levels to practice techniques

**Classes:**

### Takedowns

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Specialized training focused on takedown techniques

**Classes:**



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**Last Updated:** March 01, 2026

**Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/new-zealand/auckland/groundcontrol)