About
High Rollers JJ
Founded by Tony Silvestro and Noriel Bernardo. Built on a simple belief: world-class jiu jitsu should be accessible to everyone — from three-year-olds to black belts, from first-timers to world champions.
Built for Everyone. Proven at the Highest Level.
High Rollers Jiu Jitsu was founded with a straightforward vision: create an academy where the quality of instruction matches the quality of the community. Where beginners feel as welcome as elite competitors. Where world-class coaching doesn't come with an ego.
Under Head Coach Tadeu Lobato (AFBJJ #1 No-Gi 2023) and featuring 10× World Champion Oliver Silvestro, we've built a system that has produced over 10 world champions — yet the same methodology is taught to every member, from their very first class.
Three locations across Sydney and Canberra. Over 12 black belt coaches. An international seminar programme that brings the best instructors in the world to our mats — often at no extra cost to members. This is what High Rollers has become. And we're just getting started.
What We Stand For.
The values that shape every class, every interaction, every decision at High Rollers.
Championship Excellence
We hold ourselves and our students to world-class standards. Not in an elitist way — in the sense that our system genuinely works and we're committed to helping everyone reach their potential.
Genuine Inclusion
No egos. No politics. No intimidation. We welcome cross-training, treat all affiliations with respect, and believe great jiu jitsu and great people go hand in hand.
Family First
From our founding families to our newest white belts, we're a community that looks after its own. Training partners become best friends. We celebrate each other's victories and support each other through the hard times.
Continuous Learning
Our coaches never stop learning. We bring world-class instructors to Sydney, we travel to seminars, we compete. That culture of constant improvement flows through every class we teach.
Long-Term Thinking
We're not interested in fast onboarding or high turnover. We want members who train for years, who grow with us, who eventually bring their own kids. The best members of any gym are the ones who stay.
Safety First
Without safety, none of this works. Especially in our kids program — with up to 7 coaches per class, we provide close supervision while creating an environment where every child can push themselves confidently.
In Their Own Words.
“A top notch small business and a pillar in the local community. The staff treat you like family. I can't recommend them enough.”
“We enrolled our daughter at 4 years old and the transformation has been remarkable. Her confidence, discipline, and ability to handle challenging situations has grown immeasurably.”
“Started as a complete beginner at 35. The coaches made me feel welcome from day one. Two years in and I'm hooked for life.”
“High Rollers is not just a gym it's a family. My boys have learnt respect, loyalty, determination, strength and courage.”
Come See It For Yourself.
Walk in for a free trial. No booking required. No experience needed. Just come and see what we're about.