The de Been name is at the forefront of Australian Jiu Jitsu, establishing Australia's first Jiu Jitsu academy in 1993. With a rich history, de Been Jiu Jitsu continues to create new inroads into this growing sport - forging new techniques, innovative concepts, and great individuals in the process.

Give your child the gift of confidence

The de Been Junior program will teach your child critical life skills including self defence, discipline, confidence, all whilst having the best fun doing it!

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BEGINNING YOUR JIU JITSU JOURNEY

Developing the correct foundations for beginners is crucial! the de Been 100% Jiu Jitsu Beginners Blue Belt program instills the foundations to make champions.

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THE BEST SELF DEFENCE FOR WOMEN

Jiu Jitsu empowers women to protect themselves. de Been Jiu Jitsu's Beginners program teaches women in a safe, comfortable environment.

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TAKING YOUR JIU JITSU TO THE HIGHEST LEVEL

Advanced Jiu Jitsu development is not just based on advanced techniques. de Been 100% Jiu Jitsu teaches technique pathways using philosophy and strategy.

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Jiu Jitsu Royalty

“I have known Peter since I was a kid. He was regularly training in Brasil and staying with my uncle, Carlos Gracie Jr. I highly recommend training with Peter and Max at de Been 100% Jiu Jitsu.”

— Roger Gracie

10x World Champion.
Greatest Jiu Jitsu Competitor of All Time.
One FC Light Heavyweight World Champion.

“During my career as a martial artist, I’ve met, trained and learned with some of the best in the business. But just a few are at the top of that list of extraordinary individuals. One of these people is Peter de Been. Pete has an incredible passion for what he does which is what makes him the most decorated Jiu Jitsu professional in Australia to train with.”

— Rafael Correa de Lima "Gordinho"

Multiple time Brasil National Champion.
World Champion.
Co-founder of Evolve MMA.
President of Start Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy.