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Mario Yokoyama Head, Founder & Instructor for myBJJ

myBJJ Nelson, our history

myBJJ Nelson is affiliated with the myBrazilian Jiu Jitsu International Association which was founded and headed by Professor Mario Yokoyama. Professor Mario, originally from Brazil, is now based in Sydney, Australia, and runs a large headquarters as well as several smaller gyms.

Professor Stuart was the first student of Professor Mario to grade all the way from white belt to black belt under his training. 

Their friendship has spanned over 20 years with many trips to Sydney to  train, and many visits from Professor Mario to New Zealand to teach and supervise the Nelson branch.

Both Professor Mario and Professor Stuart are Certificated under the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) ensuring that the quality of jiu jitsu remains authentic and to a level that enables students to aspire to becoming a World Champion. 

​Our Lineage

Jigoro Kano > Mitsuyo Maeda > Carlos Gracie > Carlos Gracie Jr > Ryan Gracie > Mario Yokoyama > Stuart Marks                                             

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