Homegrown Jiu Jitsu is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and submission grappling academy at 153 Highbury Avenue in Highbury, Palmerston North, rated 5.0 from 13 Google reviews. The academy was formerly known as Combat Room Palmerston North. Its website says it teaches people of all abilities, led by head instructor Morgan Emery, and names respect, humility, integrity and excellence as its values. The website also offers a first-week trial for new students.
A first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class is mostly about learning how to fall, how to move on the mat and how to tap safely. Good academies match training partners by size and experience, and they keep the pace controlled for beginners. Tell the instructor about any injuries before rolling, so they can adjust techniques. Regulars often train several times a week, since the skills build slowly and the classes give steady practice.
Homegrown Jiu Jitsu suits Palmerston North people of any ability who want to learn grappling in a welcoming club.