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Brent Te Kawa

Brent Te Kawa photo Brent Te Kawa
  • Black Belt

Brent has been practicing Jiu-Jitsu since 2009. From blue belt he made the point to travel overseas,  to train and compete internationally. 

He has been ranked number #1 in the world in his division multiple times at various belt levels, as well as achieving many other championships in Gi and NoGi tournaments, including Double Gold at the Pan Americans as a middle weight, World NoGi Gold and World Masters Gold. 

When Brent started Jiu-Jitsu he was a 120kg Ultra Heavy weight but now is 85kg competing in the medium heavy divisions.

Even though he has many titles,  Brent still believes in teaching old school self defense along with modern sports Jiu-Jitsu. 

Brent is a proud vegan and attributes this diet in enabling him to keep up with his training schedule. 

6 weeks beginners course

6 weeks beginners course

Starts Tuesday 7th January at 7pm. This is run on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 6 weeks to give you the opportunity to experience Jiu-Jitsu. You just need to sign up, wear comfortable clothes, bring a water and a sense of humor. We are located at unit 16/70 Glenda Drive, plenty of out front parking. 

Any other questions let us know.

Kia ora

Thanks for getting in touch, the hardest part is to walk through the door, the rest is fun. Come meet the Te Manawa whānau and experience the art of Jiu-Jitsu, by learning the fundamentals.

Ngā mihi 

Te Manawa Kaimahi