Oliver MMA

Oliver MMA is a martial arts school located in Auckland, New Zealand. With a focus on providing top-quality training and instruction, Oliver MMA is dedicated to helping individuals of all levels reach their full potential as both athletes and individuals.

Led by Head instructor Professor Steve Oliver, Oliver MMA offers a world-class curriculum that has been carefully crafted over decades of training, trial, and practise. Whether you are a beginner looking to get in shape or learn a new martial art, or a professional fighter looking to sharpen your skills, Oliver MMA has something for everyone.

One of the core training programmes at Oliver MMA is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ). BJJ is a martial art that focuses largely on grappling and ground fighting. Considered one of the best forms of self-defence in the world, BJJ utilises neutral body leverage and proper technique to obtain dominant control on the ground. Oliver MMA has a structured belt grading system for all BJJ classes, including youth classes.

With a carefully designed curriculum, students will progress according to their belt level and will also be exposed to advanced techniques and self-defence moves as part of their overall training.

Oliver MMA also offers Kickboxing classes, designed to help participants burn calories while improving their striking skills. Classes include a variety of activities such as shadow-boxing, footwork skills, pad work, heavy bag training, and drills to enhance timing and reflexes. If you are looking to progress to MMA classes, Oliver MMA's Kickboxing fundamentals class is the perfect place to start and learn the basics of striking.

For those interested in MMA training, Oliver MMA provides comprehensive instruction for individuals of all levels. From beginners unsure of their abilities to experienced fighters at the competition level, the extremely knowledgeable trainers and instructors at Oliver MMA can tailor their coaching to meet your specific needs. Whether you are looking to learn discipline and restraint or want to stay sharp with the latest skills and techniques, Oliver MMA is the place for you.

In addition to martial arts training, Oliver MMA offers Bootcamp and Strength programmes. The Gorilla Boot Camps, held throughout the year, are high-intensity cardio workouts designed to increase overall fitness, decrease body fat, and build muscle. They also offer Powerlifting programmes aimed at building overall strength in the main three lifts. The experienced staff at Oliver MMA will guide you through your fitness journey, helping you make permanent lifestyle changes and reach your goals.

For the youth, Oliver MMA has three Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programmes: Mat Monsters, Beginners, and Advanced. Mat Monsters, for children aged 4–5 years old, introduces them to class structure and grades them based on attendance, which helps motivate the child. Once they reach the beginners and advanced programmes (ages 6+), students grade at the end of each term, demonstrating what they have learned. Through these youth BJJ lessons, Oliver MMA instils important values such as respect, integrity, self-confidence, discipline, and work ethic.

Join Oliver MMA today and become a part of a welcoming and supportive martial arts community in Auckland. Whether your goal is to learn self-defence, improve your fitness, or become a professional fighter, Oliver MMA has the expertise and programmes to help you achieve your goals.