MOVEMENT, COMMUNITY & CONNECTION
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense at Denmark Dance Company
Term 1 2026 — Fridays at DDC
Starting February 2026, Denmark Dance Company will host weekly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense classes with Professor Chris Mazzali — one of Western Australia’s most experienced and respected martial artists in Western Australia — to lead weekly classes for kids, youth and adults.
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Chris is a 3rd-degree black belt with over 25 years across wrestling, karate, classical Japanese martial arts, Chinese systems and two decades of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He taught in Denmark for eight years, his family still lives here, and many locals currently drive to Albany just to train with him — so having him back is a massive win for our community.
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These classes build confidence, physical intelligence, resilience, focus, and real grappling & self-defense skills in a safe, supportive environment.
Friday Weekly Classes — Term 1, 2026 (8 Weeks)
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Kids (7–8 yrs)
3:15–4:05 PM
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Kids (9-10 yrs)
4:10-5:00 PM
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Youth (11-14 yrs)
5:00-6:00 PM
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Youth + Adults (15+)
6:00–7:15 PM
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Small groups — max 12 students per class
Small numbers = focused learning, individual attention and a safe supportive environment.
Enrolment Information​
BJJ classes are currently in progress for Term 1.
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As spaces are limited, enrolments are subject to availability.
To enquire about joining mid-term, please email: info@denmarkdancecompany.com
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If a space is available, you will receive next steps to complete:
• Registration through GymMaster
• Signed waiver
• Payment prior to attending your first class
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Please note:
Your place is only secured once registration, waiver and payment are completed.
About Professor Chris Mazzali
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Professor Chris Mazzali is a 3rd-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with more than 25 years of training across BJJ, wrestling, karate, classical Japanese martial arts and Chinese systems. He has competed at state, national and international levels — including winning the AUS Cup, ranking #2 in Australia at brown belt, and appearing in some of Australia’s early submission grappling events. Chris trained under John Will and is part of the early Machado lineage in Australasia.​
Why BJJ at DDC?
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Small class sizes (max 12) for safe, focused learning
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Beginner-friendly environment where kids, teens and adults can start with confidence
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Clear structure and curriculum, aligned with DDC’s values of community, care and excellence
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Positive culture — respectful, inclusive and supportive
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Consistent term-based schedule, making it easy for families to plan
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Trusted instructors with strong ties to the Denmark community
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