Who We Are: Zacariah Bell

Not Just a Martial Art, a Way of Life

Technology Educator, White Belt

I’ve been training 1 1/2 years. I decided to start jiu-jitsu when watching UFC with my mates and seeing Khabib Nurmagomedov literally grapple people into a pulp. Such dominance and control and technique. It looked immensely hard and also effortless. Plus I like to test my resilience physically and mentally and BJJ seemed like a real long-game challenge.

My biggest challenge with jiu-jitsu is taking rest days, I love it so much that I struggle to get a rest day in during the week!
The challenge that is presented to me every time that I step on the mat keeps me coming back, seeing and feeling progression when furthering my technique and learning something everyday from Hayden, Trevor and the crew at Axis.

I have fallen in love with this sport, so much that I have created my own brand! Kismet BJJ supplies ethically made Gi’s, owned and operated in NZ with superior construction and killer aesthetics. Check us out on Facebook!

BJJ has offered me a way to keep in good shape, friends, an outlet for my mental health and a way for me to learn every single time that I step on the mat. It is as important as sleeping for me now!

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“Fantastic environment with a great team! Always large numbers of training partners on the mat at all levels, at all locations. Recommend anyone interested in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to go check it out ??” – Phil

“Great coaching, amazing facility, and a welcoming environment. Highly recommend.” – Christiaan

“Awesome teachers. My son enjoys every lesson.” – Hiroko

“New to CHCH, new to Jiu Jitsu was nervous about joining up but have found these guys really freindly and welcoming. Strong emphasis on looking after one another on the mat to avoid injuries. It’s a great workout like no other and learning some good skills as I go. Highly recommend.” – Nick

“Since joining, every aspect of life has improved for me. Outstanding wealth of knowledge at each and every students disposal… can’t rate Axis highly enough.” – Dermot

“I am a slow learner and one of the weakest people there but I still enjoy training regularly because everyone is encouraging and helpful to a point where they even convinced me to compete a couple times. I may come and go but I will always pop in to Axis whenever I can, train jiu jitsu wherever I go and I will always come back because Axis is my jiu jitsu home, my family.” – Qana

“Axis provides a state of the art facility, with impeccable professionalism and a positive environment for training jiu jitsu at all levels.” – Michael

“Great traveler-friendly gym. Fantastic coaches and super nice rolls with the guys. Everyone was helpful and welcoming, look no further!” – Fernando

“Best BJJ gym in all of Christchurch. Fun and energetic team, excellent instructors.” – Hisashi

“Started 3 months ago, new to BJJ and loving Axis. The instructors are very helpful and the community is encouraging, welcoming and willing to pass on knowledge and techniques. Great atmosphere with plenty of teammates to roll with” – Chris

“Friendly and supportive environment. Love the women’s class, Luna is a total inspiration with the patience of a saint – 5 stars isn’t enough! Highly recommend.” – Laura

Who We Are: Zacariah Bell

Technology Educator, White Belt

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