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Learn Real Brazilian
Jiu‑Jitsu in Talisay

Gi & No-Gi BJJ, Kids classes, Kickboxing & Yoga — taught by BJJ Black Belt Prof. Aharon Yasharal. No experience needed. All ages welcome.

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Professor Aharon Yasharal, Head Instructor at Guarda Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Meet your instructor

Train under Prof. Aharon Yasharal

Introducing our Head Instructor, Prof. Aharon Yasharal — an American BJJ Black Belt and former MMA fighter. Prof. Aharon has since relocated to Cebu and decided to permanently reside here, bringing world-class instruction straight to Talisay.

Guarda Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy (GBA) is a Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, and yoga community in Talisay City, Cebu. We train kids, teens, and adults of every size and fitness level — from complete beginners to competitors bringing home medals.

Aharon YasharalBJJ Black Belt · Former MMA Fighter
Kids & AdultsBeginner-friendly, every class
Gi & No-GiPlus Kickboxing & Yoga
BJJ Lineage
  1. Carlson Gracie
  2. Ricardo Liborio Founder, American Top Team & Brazilian Top Team
  3. Roan “Jucáo” Carneiro American Top Team
  4. Bubby Mitchell American Top Team
  5. Aharon Yasharal Head Instructor · GBA Talisay
What we teach

Programs for every goal

Five disciplines under one roof — mix and match with an Unlimited membership.

Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the gi — grips, guard, sweeps & submissions. Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat evenings.

Faster, sweatier grappling in rashguard & shorts. Great for MMA crossover. Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri mornings.

Discipline, confidence & real self-defense for kids, in a safe, structured environment. Sat & Sun.

High-energy striking & conditioning. Great standalone or paired with BJJ. Wed, Fri & Sun.

Sunrise, Power & Gentle Yoga to build mobility and recover between rolls. Tue, Thu & Sat.

Weekly schedule

Find a class that fits

GBA — 3rd Floor EMT Bldg., Victoria St., Tabunok, Talisay City (across Talisay Town Square), unless noted.

Monday

Gi BJJ7:00 – 9:00 PM

Tuesday

No-Gi BJJ8:30 – 10:30 AM
Gentle Yoga6:00 – 7:00 PM

Wednesday

Kickboxing8:30 – 10:00 AM
No-Gi BJJ5:00 – 6:30 PM
Gi BJJ7:00 – 9:00 PM

Thursday

No-Gi BJJ8:30 – 10:30 AM
Power Yoga6:00 – 7:00 PM

Friday

No-Gi BJJ5:00 – 6:30 PM
Gi BJJ7:00 – 9:00 PM
Kickboxing10:30 – 12:00 PM
Kickboxing4:00 – 5:30 PM

Saturday

Sunrise Yoga5:30 – 6:30 AM
Power Yoga7:00 – 8:00 AM
Gi / No-Gi BJJ5:00 – 6:30 PM
Kids Gi BJJ9:00 – 10:30 AM · Helios, Minglanilla

Sunday

Kickboxing8:30 – 10:00 AM
Kids No-Gi BJJ2:30 – 4:00 PM
Membership

Simple, honest rates

Kids & adults welcome on every plan. First week free for new members — ask us how.

Single Session

₱300/session
  • Drop in any BJJ class
  • No commitment
  • Great for visitors
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Morning Only

₱900/month
  • Unlimited AM classes
  • Gi & No-Gi BJJ
  • Ideal for early birds
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3-Month Unlimited

₱4,300/3 months
  • Unlimited BJJ, locked-in rate
  • Save vs. paying monthly
  • Best for committed students
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Kids BJJ

₱1,500/month
  • Unlimited kids classes
  • Confidence & discipline
  • Sat & Sun sessions
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Kickboxing

₱350/session (members)
  • ₱450/session for non-members
  • Striking & conditioning
  • Wed, Fri & Sun
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Yoga (Sunrise, Power & Gentle): ₱250 per session. Prices as of July 2026 — message us to confirm current rates.

Find us

Train in the heart of Talisay

Guarda BJJ Academy (GBA) – Talisay City
3rd Floor, EMT Building, Victoria St., Tabunok, Talisay City, Cebu
Across Talisay Town Square

Saturday morning Kids Gi BJJ also runs at Helios, Lipata, Minglanilla, 9:00–10:30 AM.

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