Meet the coaches

Head Coach, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/Hapkido
John is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt from Movement Martial Arts and a 3rd degree black belt in Hapkido, bringing over 15 years of coaching experience across striking and grappling. His well rounded background reflects his expertise and versatility across both traditional and modern martial arts.
John has competed at international events including the IBJJF World Championships and Asian Open, along with strong performances winning at local and state level tournaments. His calm, methodical approach to training is shaped by years of experience both as a student and as a competitor.
John’s coaching style is clear, structured, and approachable focusing on fundamental concepts with technical precision. He has a natural ability to connect with students of all levels, creating an environment where they feel supported, challenged and motivated to grow.

Head Coach, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/Hapkido
William is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt from Movement Martial Arts and was Australia’s #1 ranked brown belt in 2023. He’s a multi-time gold medallist at Pan Pacific, National, and State Championships and has competed internationally at the IBJJF World Championships, Asian Open, and AJP World Championships. He also holds a 4th-degree black belt in Hapkido, showcasing his depth across both traditional and modern martial arts.
A dedicated student of the game, William constantly studies, drills and refines his skills outside of regular training. His commitment to learning ensures that what he brings to the mats is always sharp, relevant, and evolving with the sport.
With over seven years of BJJ coaching experience, William brings top tier instruction and a passion for helping others grow in a supportive, high level training environment.

our story

Our martial arts journey began in 2011 with Hapkido, laying the foundation for discipline, movement, and control. In 2016, we expanded our training to include Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, deepening our understanding of striking and grappling arts. This diverse background has shaped our coaching philosophy, allowing us to offer a well rounded and adaptable approach to martial arts.

After years of teaching and training at Movement Martial Arts, we always knew the next step was building something of our own. A gym built on hard training, where people grow alongside friends and find a true sense of community through martial arts. That vision became Control Martial Arts: a space shaped by everything we’ve learned on the way, built with intention and rooted in the values that have always mattered most to us.

We want our grapplers to be well-rounded, drawing from our individual specialisations to develop a complete skill set. Whether you're focused on top control, guard work, or submission hunting, we welcome everyone from aspiring competitors to dedicated hobbyists. Here, you'll find high level coaching in a supportive, friendly environment where growth and improvement are always the focus.

We’re always available after class to answer training related questions. If there’s ever something we don’t know, we’ll find the answer and share it with you. Our commitment is to your success, and we strive to create a space where you can thrive, improve, and reach your full potential.