AJJA HistoryThe Australian Ju-Jitsu Association was formed in Queensland on 12th May, 1985 by a group of Ju-Jitsu exponents who wanted to enhance the Art and bring as many styles together for a common purpose, that being the exchange of ideas and new techniques. The main reason for starting the AJJA was due to the fact that the only other organisation around was know as the Australian Society of Jujitsuans (now known as the Australian Jujitsu Federation Inc). This body was found to be "dictatorial in its attitude" by a lot of senior members who left the Society many years ago. The original Committee members for the AJJA Inc, were: President: Sensei Wayne Brabham (Vic) Vice President: Sensei Bruce Watts (NSW) Secretary: Sensei Mike Jeans (Qld) and Director of Coaching: Shihan Jan de Jong (WA). Other foundation members who originally formed the AJJA were Sensei Mark Haseman (Qld) and Sensei Brierley Bailey (NSW). Shihan Jan de Jong OAM 9th Dan, unfortunately passed away in April, 2003. Since the inception of the AJJA Inc. we have grown with up to 90 clubs throughout all States of Australia and encompass some 45 different styles. The AJJA Inc. prides itself on checking member’s linage and qualifications before accepting them into the Association. |