11/09/2026
Who will be the King (& Qween) of the South?!
King of the South IX BJJ Festival 2026
WELCOME TO THE QUEENSTOWN SPRING INTERNATIONAL OPEN. THIS IS A 5 STAR NZBJJF JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP (GI & NO-GI) OPEN TO ALL BELTS, KIDS, TEENAGERS, JUVENILES and ADULTS.
08/09/2026
The new school term is just a month away! ... We're taking Term 4 enrolments for our Bully-proof kids classes! π―π₯
At North Axis we focus on grappling, leverage, and technique. Itβs like a physical game of chess where a smaller person can successfully defend themselves against someone much larger. Because there is no striking involved, it is incredibly safe to practice π₯·π
Want to build your child's confidence and boundary-setting skills in a fun, safe environment? Bring them down for a free trial class.
Classes run:
Ages 5-7: Mondays & Thursdays 3:45β4:30pm
Ages 7+: Mondays & Thursdays 4:30β5:30pm
πππ All the details you need are here - https://north-axis-limited.gymdesk.com/
04/09/2026
To all those open matting this weekend... Have a nice roll π
Hope the buggy chokers don't get you!
02/09/2026
Turns out black is the 'it' color for no-gi on Wednesday.
Great night hand fighting, wrestling, gift wrapping, taking arms and necks from the back. Oss!
31/08/2026
Grest session last night. Hope everyone's ready to SPRING into Fundamentals class tonight!
But seriously, no more sympathy for the 'it's cold' crowd π
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No-gi summer is just around the corner ππ₯· WOOHOO
28/08/2026
Almost time for our Saturday morning open mat(ch)!
10am to midday. Come down for rolls, rounds, great yarns and a coffee after.
Don't let the pics fool you. Gi wearers welcome tooπ₯·π
26/08/2026
Youβve probably seen Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) dominating the world of combat sports. There is a reason itβs the backbone of modern self-defense: it works.
At Axis Kaiapoi BJJ, we focus on grappling, leverage, and technique. Itβs like a physical game of chess where a smaller person can successfully defend themselves against someone much larger.
Because there is no striking involved, it is incredibly safe to practice daily, meaning you can get an amazing full-body workout and head to work the next day without any bumps or bruises!
Whether you're looking to challenge yourself, find a supportive local community, or just try something completely new, your first class and week is on us!
Learn more - https://north-axis-limited.gymdesk.com/
19/08/2026
Let yourself 'work'
Some rounds are for testing your A-game. Others are for getting uncomfortable, experimenting, and actually learning.
Not every roll needs a winner.
What do you think: agree or disagree?