If we teach both Taekwondo and Jiu-Jitsu… doesn't that make us average at both?
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That question is completely valid.
And most martial arts schools cannot answer it.
Taekwondo and Jiu-Jitsu have completely different histories, standards, and training systems. If a school cannot teach both properly, then it should not operate them together.
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Expertise is about who teaches.
True expertise is not about how many martial arts you practice, but about who teaches them, by what standards, and how consistently and deeply they have maintained them.
If the goal is simply to make someone good at fighting, other problems can arise. That is why we believe that martial arts based on character and a structured system are the real answer for all our students.
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Standards — and the people who keep them.
To maintain such a system, standards and people are essential. Standards define expertise, and people uphold it. Such a system cannot be created by just any school, or maintained by just any instructor. So our minimum standards are clear:
Officially certified instructors
World-class level training experience
We are not a school that simply “offers two martial arts.” We teach both arts only when we can take full responsibility for them.
Officially registered
Kukkiwon-registered. IBJJF-registered.
A Kukkiwon-registered dojang and an IBJJF-registered academy — with Australian Taekwondo and AFBJJ.
The Revolution way
We don't promise fast results. We promise steady change.
Respect before results · Control before power · Safety before ego · Growth before winning.
Free trial
Try a class in normal sports clothes. No uniform, no commitment.
First cycle
Our curriculum runs in 4-week cycles. After your first one, we check in on how you're settling in.
First grading
Gradings run every March, June, September and December. The first one is light — it's about showing up, not being perfect.
Next goal
We sit down with you, look at how far you've come, and set the next step together.
Scored on more than techniqueTechnique 70 · attitude & character 20 · attendance 10. Showing up counts.
Your first 90 daysOur First 90 Days handbook, step-by-step beginner classes and a senior student as your mentor.
Learning between classesTechnique videos and grading checklists in our Members Hub — for revision and steady progress at home.
Every student has a roadmap. We'll show you yours — or your child's — in person, at the free trial.
“My face went red before the first line was over. All through school, I never once stepped forward to go first. … Then one day, a technique I'd learned actually worked on a training partner. From that moment, something changed.”
Ken Kang · Director · BJJ black belt
Our history
Twenty years of small revolutions.
Ray (Rafael) Povh found Taekwondo in 1980, opened his first centre in 1996 and founded Revolution Taekwondo in 2006. In 2018 Jiu-Jitsu joined under the same roof — Revolution Martial Arts.
Swipe for the whole team → · Every instructor holds a current First Aid & CPR certificate and a Working With Children Check.
Special guest seminars run throughout the year, so you also learn from visiting high-level instructors.
Reviews
5.0 on Google. At every location.
★★★★★
“She was reserved and resisted the classes … We’ve moved through grading several times, building her confidence within and exceeding our expectations.”
J.H. · Mini Hero parent · Burwood★★★★★
“His confidence, focus, and discipline have all improved so much. The instructors are patient, professional, and truly care about each child’s progress.”
Y.L. · Taekwondo parent · Cheltenham★★★★★
“Whilst the classes are intense, they allow the students to push themselves … the trainers and coaches make it fun, there is teamwork, inclusion, belonging.”
A.F. · Mini Hero parent · Eumemmerring★★★★★
“As a brand-new white belt, I was nervous about stepping onto the mats, but the instructors and fellow students have been incredibly welcoming and supportive.”
T. · Adult Jiu-Jitsu · Burwood★★★★★
“Very very good jiu jitsu gym with really good coaches who are always helpful. Everyone is very friendly … support for beginners, experienced and every age.”
S.D. · Adult Jiu-Jitsu · Cheltenham★★★★★
“Sessions are safe, challenging and enjoyable. I’ve improved my fitness and confidence heaps.”
Everyone who starts asks the same three questions.
Q1
“How long will it take?”
We never teach something once and move on. Moves come back in 4-week cycles, with a grading every March, June, September and December — and the first one is deliberately light.
Q2
“Can I do it?”
Whether it's you or your child: classes are grouped by age — kids, teens, and adults 16+ — and inside each class everyone trains at their own level. Nobody is good at the start. Never trained, or stopped years ago? Same answer.
Q3
“What will be different?”
Not fast results — the change that repetition leaves behind.
Adults make it at least once in a busy week — and notice the change in themselves first.
Teens step onto the mat on a bad day.
Kids come back next week, even when it wasn't fun.
FAQ
Good questions.
Anything else? Call 0431 532 149 or email info@revolutionmartialarts.com.au.
Do you offer a free trial?
Yes — one free trial class for each program: Mini Heroes (ages 3–5), Taekwondo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Come in comfortable clothes with a water bottle. You can talk with an instructor for 10 minutes before or after the class.
My child is shy or not sporty. Will they cope?
Yes. Classes are grouped by age, and inside each class everyone trains at their own level. Nobody is good at the start — our own director was a shy kid too.
I’m an adult and haven’t trained in years (or ever). Can I start?
Yes. Teens & Adults classes run at all three locations, everyone trains at their own level, and Second Round Taekwondo at Burwood is built for adults coming back after a break.
Taekwondo or Jiu-Jitsu — which should I start with?
You don’t have to choose straight away: one membership covers both, and you can take one free trial class of each.
Is there a lock-in contract?
No fixed term — memberships run month to month. To stop, send the cancellation form one month ahead. You can also pause your membership instead of cancelling.
Is sparring safe?
Yes. In Taekwondo, sparring has its own week in our 4-week cycle and protective gear is required from yellow belt onwards. In Jiu-Jitsu, beginners rarely spar with other beginners — they are usually partnered with experienced students, so it stays controlled and safe. Every instructor holds a current First Aid & CPR certificate and a Working With Children Check.
Will martial arts make my child aggressive?
We grade attitude and character alongside technique — 20 of every 100 grading points. We correct one behaviour at a time, in positive language, and never shame a student in front of others.
Can I join if I can only train once a week?
Absolutely. We recommend twice a week for steady progress, but memberships are based on how often you train: once a week, twice a week, or unlimited.
What if I miss a class?
Make-up classes are available. Send us the make-up class form before your absence and we'll find a class that suits you.
Are Taekwondo and Jiu-Jitsu separate memberships?
No. One membership gives you access to every program — Taekwondo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mini Heroes.
Can I train at all three locations?
Yes — Burwood, Cheltenham and Eumemmerring, at no extra cost. Additional fees may apply only if you go over your weekly class limit.
Do you have any promotions?
Yes: family discounts, savings on 6- and 12-month upfront memberships, and a free uniform when you start with 3 months upfront. Seasonal offers run throughout the year too.
Do classes run in school holidays?
Weekday classes run as usual through the Term 1–3 holidays — Saturday classes take a break. We close on public holidays and for about two weeks over Christmas.
Martial arts isn't a short-term program — it's a lifelong journey. Take your time to choose the place you and your family will train for years. Start with a free class.
RevolutionMartial Arts · Est. 2006
