Women practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a safe and supportive environment, focusing on techniques like grappling, chokes, and submissions. The session highlights empowerment, confidence-building, and skill development.

What We Offer: Women-Only Classes

Carry & Connect (Ages 18+): A free fitness session where women build strength through carrying weights. The session ends with tea and a friendly chat, creating a welcoming space to foster connections. Held every Sunday at 9 AM, this class is ideal for women seeking a relaxed yet supportive fitness community.

Bellatrix (Ages 25-85): A Strength & Conditioning class that includes kickboxing drills (bagwork), general fitness, and a calming meditation session. Known for its fun and inclusive atmosphere, celebrations often feature cake and bubbles. Classes run every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:05 AM and Thursday at 7 PM.

Women-Only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 13+): This class focuses on grappling, chokes, and submissions, offering a safe and empowering environment to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques. Taught by the 18-year-old daughter of the dojo owner, this class caters especially well to younger girls and beginners, making it a great starting point for those new to martial arts.

Women participating in a calming mindfulness session at the end of a fitness class, practicing meditation and focused breathing. This highlights the integration of physical exercise with mental clarity and emotional well-being.

Stress Relief and Mindfulness

Discover the power of mindfulness and relaxation in our women-focused programs. After intense kickboxing sessions in Bellatrix, unwind with guided meditation to center your thoughts and reduce stress. These classes combine physical activity with mental clarity, leaving you feeling refreshed and balanced. Enhance your overall well-being with classes that prioritize both fitness and emotional health.

Women participating in a dynamic fitness session, incorporating strength and conditioning exercises such as kickboxing drills and functional movements. The class emphasizes empowerment, physical strength, and community bonding.

Functional Strength and Fitness

Build functional strength and improve your fitness with our women-only classes. Carry & Connect offers outdoor weight-carrying exercises that enhance endurance and posture while fostering connections. Bellatrix delivers high-energy kickboxing drills, boosting strength and cardiovascular health. Whether indoors or outdoors, these programs are designed to help women build resilience, improve physical health, and feel strong in both body and mind.

Women practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Eltham Martial Arts Academy in a supportive, women-only class focused on self-defense, grappling, and empowerment.

Self-Defense and Empowerment

Learn practical self-defense techniques in a safe and empowering environment. Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes teach grappling, chokes, and submissions, building confidence and resilience. Ideal for beginners, these sessions focus on real-world skills while fostering personal growth. Empower yourself by mastering techniques that help you feel safe and capable in any situation.

Women gathered together in a fitness class, supporting and encouraging each other while engaging in exercises. The session reflects the strong sense of community and connection fostered in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Community and Connection

Find a supportive network of like-minded women in our women-only classes. Whether it’s sharing tea after Carry & Connect, celebrating achievements in Bellatrix, or bonding through shared challenges in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, these programs foster camaraderie and long-lasting friendships. Join a community that uplifts, motivates, and inspires women to thrive together.