Couples Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Empower: A Fun Date Night With Real-Life Skills
Looking for a date night that’s a little more memorable than dinner and a movie?
On Friday, July 17, we’re hosting a Couples Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class at Empower — a beginner-friendly introduction to one of the world’s most effective and fascinating martial arts.
Whether you’re coming with a spouse, partner, or significant other, this is a chance to try something new together, learn some practical skills, and have a lot of fun in the process.
No experience needed — and everyone is welcome
This event is open to everyone. You do not need any Brazilian Jiu Jitsu experience, and you do not need to be an Empower member to join.
Our Couples Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class with Leona is designed specifically for beginners. Participants will learn a combination of self-defence fundamentals and sport jiu-jitsu techniques in a supportive environment that makes it easy to step onto the mats for the first time.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is one of the most well-known grappling sports in the world, famous for using leverage, timing, and technique rather than relying on brute strength. That makes it an especially great fit for beginners, and for anyone curious about learning how to move more confidently and effectively.
Meet your coach: Leona
Leona has been training in jiu jitsu for the past five years and has built a reputation for creating a welcoming, supportive space for people who are new to the sport — especially women entering a space that has traditionally been male-dominated.
As a coach, she helps students of different backgrounds and abilities learn how to use technique and leverage to their advantage, while also incorporating elements of self-defence into the experience.
She has tested her skills through competition, learning from both wins and losses, and has developed an approach that is approachable, practical, and ideal for aspiring beginners.
Why come to a couples BJJ class?
Because trying something new together is fun.
Because learning a little self-defence is never a bad idea.
Because there’s something very satisfying about discovering that technique beats strength.
And because if you’ve ever been curious about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, this is a low-pressure, welcoming way to get started.
Whether you’re looking for a unique date night, a new shared hobby, or just an excuse to do something active together, this class is a great place to start.
Event details
Couples Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with Leona
Date: Friday, July 17
Time: 6:30–7:30 pm
Location: Empower Gym
Price: $55 + GST per person
This is a couples event, so please sign up with your partner.
Spots are limited to just 4 couples, so if you’d like to join us, don’t wait too long to claim your place.
We’d love to have you on the mats.
