About

Our Why

Established in 2021 by three friends with a passion for the combat sports Border Grappling Club was created to provide a friendly and safe training environment that supports students to learn rapidly. A few years on and this goal has been realised.

Our HOw

Using the latest research in learning theory we use structured training blocks that focus on skill development rather than technique "hoarding". Live drills combined with detailed technique instruction finds our students quickly acquiring new and practical skills.

Meet the Team

Experience - Knowledge - Passion

Luke Gooding

Bringing over 20 years experience in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai, Luke, a second degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Blackbelt has vast experience across both the grappling and striking combat sports. An Australian No Gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu champion with competitive Muay Thai experience Luke offers students support to reach their training goals backed by a degree in Behavioural Science and extensive coaching experience.

Christian Burghartswieser

A life-long martial artist with Blackbelts in both Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo, and gold medal performances at events such as Grappling Industries (advanced division) and the Judo Australian National Championship, Christian has proven himself both an elite competitor and great coach. Additional experience in competitive Mixed Martial Arts finds Christian with a well rounded and thorough knowledge of the combat sports.

Liam Clayton

A Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and double gold medal National Champion, Liams superior coaching skills see him quickly connecting with students and leading them through the finer details of the grappling game. A qualified and award winning educator Liam is the brains behind our structured training program that uses learning theory to propel our students skill development.

Our Guiding Values

Discipline

Motivation never lasts but good habits can be repeated. Long term consistent progress comes off the back of a deliberate routine and the ability to make the right decisions. On the mat or in life discipline is the glue that makes all the difference.

Development

Ongoing continuous improvement in all things is not just a catchy phrase. Small deliberate steps towards a worthwhile goal combined with a structured and deliberate approach to your learning will see you developing every time you train.

Determination

Lifes tough and so are the combat sports. Tenacity, grit, persistence, use whichever word you like, but when life gets hard being able to lean in and find the opportunity in the problem before you is a key quality that can get you through a tough training session and the next dilemma life sends your way.