Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
in Puerto Princesa
High level BJJ training in San Pedro, Puerto Princesa. Train Gi and No Gi grappling under the only Yuki Nakai black belt in Palawan. From your first class to black belt, your martial arts journey starts here on the mats.
The Only Black Belt Academy in Palawan
Palawan Grappling Academy is the premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Located in San Pedro, we offer high level BJJ training for adults, juniors, and kids — led by the only Yuki Nakai black belt on the island.
Whether you are searching for Gi training, No Gi grappling, open mat sessions, or beginner martial arts classes in Puerto Princesa, our academy delivers authentic, high-level instruction in every class. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is more than a martial art — it builds discipline, confidence, and community both on and off the mats.
From your first day as a white belt to black belt and beyond, our structured curriculum covers positional control, escapes, takedowns, guard passing, and submissions. Train in the Gi for traditional technical pressure, or switch to No Gi for fast-paced submission wrestling.
Gi, No Gi & Open Mat
Gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Traditional Gi BJJ training in Puerto Princesa. Build technical pressure through lapel control, guard retention, and fundamental submissions — from white belt foundations to black belt precision.
No Gi Grappling
Fast-paced No Gi grappling and submission wrestling. Develop speed, takedown skills, and pressure without the kimono. No Gi classes run throughout the week for all levels.
Open Mat
Weekly open mat sessions where experienced grapplers roll, drill, and sharpen their game. All visitors and travelling BJJ practitioners welcome on the mats in Puerto Princesa.
Why Train BJJ in Puerto Princesa?
Ray Clark
Coach Ray Clark is a Yuki Nakai black belt and the founder of Palawan Grappling Academy. With years of high level experience in both Gi and No Gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, he brings authentic, world-class BJJ instruction to Puerto Princesa and San Pedro, Palawan.
BJJ in Puerto Princesa
Is there Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Puerto Princesa?
Yes. Palawan Grappling Academy offers high level BJJ training in San Pedro, Puerto Princesa. We are the only academy on the island with a Yuki Nakai black belt instructor.
Do I need experience to start BJJ training?
No experience is needed. Our beginner fundamentals program teaches positional control, escapes, and safe rolling from day one. Beginners are welcome in every class.
What is the difference between Gi and No Gi?
Gi BJJ uses the traditional kimono, allowing grips on lapels and sleeves. No Gi grappling uses rash guards and shorts, focusing on speed, takedowns, and submission wrestling. We train both at our Puerto Princesa academy.
Can I try a free class before joining?
Yes. Your first week of training is completely free. Contact us or visit our free trial page to claim your spot on the mats.
Start Your Journey
Book a free trial class and experience Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Puerto Princesa.
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High level Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training in San Pedro, Puerto Princesa. Your first week is free — no experience needed, all gear provided.
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Train under the only Yuki Nakai BJJ Black Belt in Palawan, bringing decades of martial arts experience and a passion for sharing authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with the local community.
No experience needed. No commitment. Come along, meet the team, step onto the mats and discover Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for yourself.
- Beginners welcome
- Adults & kids
- Friendly environment
- Your first week is FREE
