A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class at Renegade in Kensington: two students drilling on the mat while the coaches watch

Try Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for free

New to BJJ? Start with a free trial class at Renegade in Kensington. Learn the fundamentals, meet the community and see if it is for you.

No experience required. No lock-in contracts. No hidden fees.

Trial classes run Monday and Wednesday nights at 6:30pm, and Saturday mornings at 10am.

About Renegade

You don't need any experience to start

Most people who walk through our doors have never trained a martial art before.

Renegade is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Kensington, founded in 2010 by Jamie Murray and John Mirabella. It is built around good coaching, personal development and a genuine community.

Our coaches are black belts with decades of experience. They will guide you through the basics and help you find your feet on the mats.

Come for a free trial and see what Renegade is about.

Jamie Murray coaching two beginners on the mat at Renegade

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What people say about training here

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Membership

What you get if you decide to join

Your free trial comes first. If you enjoy it and want to keep training, membership is simple: one weekly price, every class included, no lock-in contract.

A welcoming community

A friendly academy where people help each other improve, whatever their age or experience.

Black belt coaches

Every class is run by experienced black belt instructors who break each technique down step by step.

Every class included

Train as often as you like. Fundamentals, advanced classes, gi, no-gi and open mat are all covered.

No lock-in contract

Pay week to week with no lock-in contract and no hidden fees.

Full membership

$65

per week


  • Every class included
  • Black belt coaching
  • No lock-in contract
Try a class for free

Thinking about trying BJJ?

Here is what to know before your first class.

Do I need any experience?

No. Most people who start at Renegade have never trained a martial art before. Our White Belt classes are designed for complete beginners, and a coach guides you through every step.

What should I wear?

Comfortable sports clothes: a t-shirt and shorts or leggings without zips, buttons or pockets. Bring a water bottle. You train barefoot on the mats. If you keep training you will want a gi (the BJJ uniform), and we can point you in the right direction.

What happens in my first class?

You join a White Belt class and learn some fundamental concepts and techniques from one of our black belts. Everyone in the room started exactly where you are, and the coach keeps an eye on you the whole way through.

Is the trial really free?

Yes. Your first class is free and there is no obligation to join afterwards.

When can I come for a trial?

Trial classes run Monday and Wednesday nights at 6:30pm, and Saturday mornings at 10am. Choose the day that suits you in the booking form and we will confirm your spot.

Where is Renegade?

92 Parsons Street, Kensington, in Melbourne's inner west. We are a short trip from Flemington, North Melbourne, Ascot Vale and Moonee Ponds.

Do I need to be fit?

No. Plenty of people start with no fitness base and build it up on the mats. Go at your own pace in your first class and the coaches will look after you.

How much is membership?

Full membership is $65 per week and covers every class on the timetable. There is no lock-in contract and no hidden fees.

Your first class is free.

Ready to give Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu a try? Choose a Monday or Wednesday night, or a Saturday morning, and come and experience Renegade for yourself.

No experience required. No obligation to join.

Book your free trial

Which day would you like to come?

We will get back to you the same day or within 24 hours to confirm your class.

Your first class

Everyone starts in a White Belt class

You will learn some fundamental concepts and techniques from one of our black belts, alongside other people who are new to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

White Belt classes

Made for beginners. Learn the basics and build your confidence with a coach guiding you.

More than 30 classes a week

Morning, lunchtime and evening classes, Monday to Sunday, so you can find a time that works.

Gi and no-gi

Train in the traditional uniform (gi) or in shorts and a rash guard (no-gi) as you progress.

Black belt coaches

Every class is led by one of our experienced black belt coaches.

A coach helping a beginner during a White Belt class at Renegade
The mat space at Renegade BJJ in Kensington

A clean, modern place to train

Renegade has a large mat space, showers and changing rooms, all kept clean and well maintained. With more than 30 classes a week, there is plenty of chance to find a time that suits you.

92 Parsons Street, Kensington

Members on the mats before a class at Renegade BJJ

Ready to give BJJ a go?

Your first class is free. Come and meet the community, learn some Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and see if Renegade is the right place for you.

Monday and Wednesday nights at 6:30pm, Saturday mornings at 10am. 92 Parsons Street, Kensington. (03) 9482 1787