About us
The International Jiu-Jitsu School (IJS) was founded in 2016 in Ukraine and expanded to Paphos in 2023, bringing years of international coaching and competition experience to Cyprus.
Our academy is built on a structured training system, professional coaching, and a clear long-term development philosophy. We focus not only on athletic performance, but on building strong, disciplined, and resilient individuals.
Adults Program (16+)
Our Adults Program is designed for beginners and experienced practitioners who want to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a structured, professional environment.
Classes focus on strong technical fundamentals, positional understanding, and controlled sparring. Training is organized to ensure safe progression, clear learning objectives, and consistent development at every level.
Students can choose between morning and evening classes, with additional Open Mat sessions on Saturdays for individual practice and refinement. Training is conducted under the supervision of a certified Black Belt instructor.
Whether your goal is personal development, fitness, self-defense, or competition, the Adults Program provides a clear pathway for long-term progress in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Teens Program (10+)
The Teens Program is designed to support young athletes during a key stage of physical and personal development.
Training focuses on building strong technical fundamentals, coordination, discipline, and confidence in a structured and safe environment. Classes are adapted to different experience levels, allowing beginners and advanced students to progress at their own pace.
Alongside regular weekly sessions, students can attend Open Mat on Saturdays to reinforce techniques, improve movement, and develop independence on the mat.
This program prepares teens for a smooth transition into adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training while promoting responsibility, focus, and respect.
Kids Program (3–9)
Our Kids Program is designed to support children’s physical, emotional, and social development through structured Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training.
Classes are adapted to age and experience level, ensuring a safe, engaging, and progressive learning environment. Children can train for general physical development, coordination, and confidence, or follow a structured pathway toward competition if they choose.
Training is supervised by a certified Black Belt coach and experienced assistants, with a strong emphasis on safety, discipline, and positive learning habits.
Through consistent practice, children develop body awareness, focus, self-control, and practical self-defense skills—while learning respect, responsibility, and how to work within a team.
Our program provides a clear progression system that allows children to grow confidently on the mat and prepares them for future training as teens and adults.
Here’s what your children — and you — will gain when you join our classes.
Discipline
In Jiu-Jitsu, discipline forms the cornerstone that hones athletic abilities while also fostering a resilient, focused character, equipping individuals to overcome challenges both on and off the mat.
Health
Practicing Jiu-Jitsu provides a wide range of health benefits, enhancing physical fitness, boosting mental well-being, and aiding stress management, all while teaching valuable self-defense skills.
Confidence
In Jiu-Jitsu, the mastery of complex techniques and consistent training success cultivate a deep sense of confidence that transcends the mat, enhancing one's self-assurance in various life situations.
Self-Defence
Jiu-Jitsu equips individuals with practical self-defense skills, enhancing personal safety and situational awareness while promoting a sense of empowerment in everyday life.
ADDITIONAL LOCATION
We’re happy to welcome you to our new location at Rewell Fitness Studios
📍 Vatoudion 25, Peyia, Paphos
👨👩👧👦 We are now open and waiting for you — come visit us and become part of our community!
✅ Free Trial Registration
If you’d like to join a free trial class, register here and don’t miss your chance:
👉 https://forms.gle/qu6uUDdSpd9aV9PY9
Training Schedule — Peyia Location
Monday
• 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM → Kids (Ages 4–6)
• 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM → Kids (Ages 7–10)
• 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM → Teens (10+)
Tuesday
• 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM → Adults
Friday
• 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM → Kids (Ages 4–6)
• 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM → Kids (Ages 7–10)
• 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM → Teens (10+)
MAX CARVALHO SEMINAR – PAPHOS, CYPRUS
We’re excited to invite you to a very special Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu event for both kids and adults!
🥋 Special Guest: Professor Max Carvalho
🏆 European Champion
🌍 BJJ Pioneer in Eastern Europe
• IBJJF International Masters European Champion
• IBJJF European No-Gi Open Champion
Train with a true pioneer of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Eastern Europe.
Max Carvalho is one of the key figures responsible for spreading BJJ across the region and a highly respected representative of the international ZR Team Association. This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from a world-class athlete and instructor.
📅 Date: 6 June
📍 Location: Paphos, Cyprus
👶 CHILDREN PROGRAM
09:30 – 10:15 → No-Gi
10:15 – 10:25 → Break
10:25 – 11:10 → Gi
11:10 – 11:40 → Graduation
🍽️ Lunch Break
11:40 – 13:00
🥋 ADULT PROGRAM
13:00 – 14:00 → No-Gi
14:00 – 14:15 → Break
14:15 – 15:15 → Gi
15:15 – 16:00 → Graduation
💰 Pricing
• Children: 50€
• Adults: 60€
• Black belts: FREE
✨ This is more than just a seminar — it’s a chance to grow, learn, and be part of an international BJJ community. Your kids will gain
confidence, discipline, and new skills, while parents and adults can sharpen their technique with world-class instruction.
📲 Spots are limited — register now and don’t miss this unique experience!
🏆 Achievements on the mats, discipline in life
Cyprus Spring Jiu-Jitsu Open 2026
@conquerthemats
💪Our team, with only 13 athletes, achieved an incredible result — 3rd place out of 29 teams, proving that quality always beats quantity
With outstanding performances on the mats, we brought home:
🥇 12 Gold
🥈 5 Silver
🥉 2 Bronze
🔥Proud of every single athlete for their hard work, dedication, and fighting spirit. This is what teamwork, discipline, and passion look like
On to the next challenge! 🚀
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