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WHO WE ARE

About Us

At Pacheco Jiu Jitsu, we pride ourselves on providing each student with the highest quality of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training that caters for all ages, fitness levels and ambition in a friendly and welcoming environment. We are a family-run business that is oriented to promoting camaraderie and community as core values.

Our aim is not only to teach the techniques of the world’s most effective and fastest growing martial art but also to put our students on the road to a lifelong learning with confidence and self-esteem. Our handcrafted programs are designed to develop fitness, release stress and improve strength and endurance for other sports.

Under the guidance of Diogenes Pacheco and a team of instructors, our students are treated individually to work on their own level, with the attention required to move forward in training to reach their goals and aspirations. We operate on the principle that dedication results in desired results and satisfaction with achievements.

Our Team

Meet the talented and dedicated team behind Pacheco Jiu-Jitsu. Our instructors bring years of experience, passion, and expertise to guide you on your Jiu-Jitsu journey.

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Founder & Head Instructor

Diogenes Pacheco

Diogenes Pacheco is the founder and head instructor of Pacheco Jiu-Jitsu. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Master Luiz Guilherme ‘Guigo’, Diogenes has over 15 years of training and teaching experience. He is respected by his students and peers for his ability to foster growth, both physically and mentally, in each of his students.

In addition to his BJJ expertise, Diogenes is a certified self-defense instructor and coach in Ginástica Natural, a system of strength and flexibility exercises designed to complement Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Diogenes has also served as a BJJ referee and has competed in numerous tournaments, earning titles in both Brazil and Australia.

Diogenes’ dedication to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is matched by his passion for building a community centered on discipline, respect, and personal growth. Under his leadership, Pacheco Jiu-Jitsu thrives as a family-friendly academy that provides each student with personalized attention and an environment that nurtures lifelong learning and self-confidence.

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Head Instructor

Wesley Pacheco

Wesley Pacheco is a dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coach and professional fighter with a goal of becoming a World Champion. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, and now living in Sydney, Australia, Wesley has been immersed in Jiu-Jitsu since childhood. His journey began in a social project in his hometown between 2005 and 2010, where he was introduced to the sport through family involvement.

Since moving to Australia in 2016, Wesley has focused on pursuing his passion for Jiu-Jitsu at a professional level. He spent extensive periods in Brazil, training intensively at Guigo Jiu-Jitsu in São Paulo, under his father’s master, Luiz Guilherme ‘Guigo’, to refine his skills and learn from some of the best in the world.

Wesley has already achieved significant success in his competitive career, with standout achievements such as Gold Medals at the 2023 IBJJF Pan Pacific and the 2020 Abu Dhabi National Pro, among others. His main goal is to represent Australia and win the prestigious IBJJF World Championship in Los Angeles, further cementing his place as one of the top competitors in the sport.

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Head Instructor

Richard Parbury

Bio coming soon

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Head Instructor

Joel Glassman

Bio coming soon

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Head Instructor

Kyla Bolterstenj

Kyla Bolterstenj is an enthusiastic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Coach, who has been an active competitor throughout her career. Born and raised here on the Northern Beaches, Kyla’s Jiu Jitsu journey started in 2014 when she began training at her local gym.

As a qualified high school teacher, Kyla‘s goal is to weave together her love for both education and martial arts, bringing an evidenced based approach to her coaching style.

In her competitive career, Kyla has achieved success at the most prestigious events in Australia including a Gold Medal at the 2023 IBJJF Pan Pacific, and Silver Medals at the Australian National Championships and New South Wales State Championships, among others. Kyla hopes to continue competing at the highest level in Australia to continually refine her skills.

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BJJ FOR KIDS

Children have a lot to gain from joining our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program. It is designed to provide a safe environment for kids to learn self-defence techniques while having fun. With consistent attendance, effort and determination, children are able to develop their mental, physical and social skills. Through a series of progressive challenges, they learn how to set goals and develop the confidence needed to achieve them.

Our BJJ For Kids program promotes the concept of mutual welfare and respect, while helping children to develop discipline and responsibility. It also focuses heavily on skill-building drills to develop body awareness, strength, agility, coordination and flexibility. Consistent training produces better muscle tone, increased energy and enthusiasm for physical activity. All techniques are taught with a “safety first” mentality, allowing students to develop the confidence to apply them properly at their own pace.

Because we are a family-run business, we are dedicated to building interpersonal connections that serve to promote a community spirit. As such, we focus on the need to care for others in an effort to build our Pacheco Ju-Jitsu ‘family’ of like-minded people who help children feel connected to others.

WHY US

The benefits of joining Pacheco Jiu-Jitsu are many, but take a moment to check out some of the advantages of training with us:

  1. We are professionally run by Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and certified self-defence instructor, Diogenes Pacheco.
  2. We provide an opportunity to compete with a world-class team.
  3. Our team promotes a family-oriented environment that promotes a sense of community.
  4. Our programs and training methods are implemented to provide a rock-solid martial arts foundation that suits individual needs.
  5. All classes are limited to 20 people to allow plenty of practice time and individual attention.
  6. Every member is valued as a part of the Pacheco Jiu-Jitsu family, regardless of their age and fitness level.
  7. Safety is our main priority, and we make sure students gradually progress throughout our program without risking their physical well-being.
  8. We often organize seminars and social events to enhance knowledge and bring our students together.
  9. We offer a 7-Day Free Trial Pass for new students. Friends are welcome to try out!

WHAT IS

BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art and self-defence system focused on ground fighting. The introduction of Jiu-Jitsu to Brazil is largely credited to Japanese master Mitsuyo Maeda, who immigrated to Brazil in the 1910s and taught the fundamentals of Judo to brothers Carlos and Hélio Gracie.

BJJ promotes the principle that a weaker person can successfully defend against a stronger opponent by using leverage and proper technique. Since its inception, BJJ was separated from older styles of Japanese Jiu-Jitsu by an important difference that was passed on from its parent art of Judo. BJJ it is not solely a martial art, but also a sport, a method for enhancing physical fitness and, ultimately, a lifestyle.

The benefits of BJJ are far-reaching and include increased self-confidence, energy, strength, flexibility and mental capacity. It also reduces stress levels, leads to better focus and helps build character in young people.

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TESTIMONIALS

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