Hello, my name is Andre, and I am a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor living in New Zealand.
Martial arts have changed my life. They taught me discipline, confidence, and respect, and now I want to give the same opportunity to others.
My dream is to open a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and MMA academy — a safe and supportive space where children, teens, and adults can train, stay healthy, and build life skills.
Martial arts help people stay away from bad habits, improve mental health, and develop confidence and self-discipline.
To make this dream a reality, I am raising NZD 70,000 to cover:
• Tatami mats and equipment
• Venue rent and renovations
• Licenses and insurance
• Marketing and startup costs
Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. If you can’t donate, sharing this campaign with friends and family is just as valuable.
Thank you for helping me bring martial arts to the community!
— Andre
Use of funds
“Funds will cover mats, equipment, rent, renovations, licenses, insurance, and marketing to open a safe Martial Arts Academy for kids, teens, and adults in NZ
