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Why
Jiu Jitsu?
"The answer for me is to ensure that every day I walk onto the mats and train I get to challenge myself. To commit to something and make it work. To realise my weakness, and my strengths and to work on them regularly.
To ensure that those around me get to test themselves physically and mentally, in an environment that encourages growth and supports trial and error. Behan Jiu Jitsu supports people to achieve their goals no matter how small or ambitious they are.
Jiu Jitsu has made significant changes in my life, in how I deal with every day situations and challenges and helped me feel more grounded and in control.
In the end it's because when people step on my mats, we all unite and align to the same path. We are all on the same path to better ourselves!"
Justin Behan,
Behan Jiu Jitsu - Stronger Together.
OUR COACHES
Justin behan
Head BJJ coach & owner
With over 15 years of experience on the mats, Justin started his journey in 2008 and received his black belt in 2020. He received his first degree in 2023 under Cade Brown (Australian Killer Bees)
Justin brings a deep passion and knowledge for Jiu Jitsu which is evident in his coaching style as our Head Coach and Owner
" My goal is to see everyone better themselves each day they step on my mats."
Christy Blenkin
Head bjj Kids coach
Christy started training BJJ in 2003. She spent the next 8 years dedicating her time to training and competing nationally and overseas, including European championships and two world championships.
Christy also has spent time training in the UK and Sweden, sharpening her skills.
Makayla Collins
bjj Kids coach
Makayla started BJJ in 2020 as a form of self defence. In this short time it has taught her commitment, resilience, composure, mateship, self confidence and strength (both physically and emotionally).
As a professional carer and a parent Makayla believes focusing on children's strengths is key to learning.
Will bumatay
Head Muay Thai coach
Will has been actively involved in martial arts, and Muay Thai since a teenager. He has trained in Japan and has coached many sucsessful fighters over the years under the well known Toowoomba gym Booma Thai since 2006.
Will now brings his wealth of striking knowledge to Behan Jiu Jitsu as our head Muay Thai coach.
ricky bumatay
Head muay thai kids coach
Ricky has been training in martial arts since the age of 13, Studying Karate until 2002 where he changed disciplines to Muay Thai, and has been ever since.
Ricky now continues his passion of Muay Thai by teaching kids classes here at Behan Jiu Jitsu!
