BJJ Dunedin

Kura of BJJ Ōtepoti Dunedin (formerly BJJ Dunedin) is an independent Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy established as a charitable community of local martial artists. The school began when BJJ was still in its infancy in New Zealand, originally internationally associated with Mario Yokoyama. Since 2016, the academy has been led by Principal Professor Philip Lindsay, who earned his black belt in 2013 and is now on the 4th step of the black belt system.

The gym's lineage has a clear path from the founders of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Jigoro Kano > Mitsuyo Maeda > Carlos Gracie > Carlos Gracie Jr > Ryan Gracie > Mario Yokoyama > Philip Lindsay. Professor Philip Lindsay was graded through to black belt by Professor Mario Yokoyama, with Professor Stuart Marks in attendance at the ceremony.

BJJ Dunedin offers comprehensive training for all ages and skill levels, from children as young as 4 years old through adults and masters (over 30 years). The academy follows a structured curriculum system with both gi and no-gi classes, rondori (free rolling) sessions, and specialized programs including a women's empowerment class and competition team training for those pursuing the sport competitively.