DS Team Jiujitsu School – Brazilian Jiujitsu – BJJ – Auckland
IBJJF 5th Degree Black Belt. Founder and Head Instructor of DS Team BJJ.
Since 2000, Sensei Douglas Santos has been at the forefront of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in New Zealand. His journey began in Florianopolis, Brazil, where he spent his early years mastering the art before bringing his passion to Auckland. As the founder of New Zealand’s first BJJ school, Douglas has shaped the landscape of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Aotearoa for over two decades.
Under Douglas’s leadership, DS Team has emerged as one of New Zealand’s premier BJJ academies, with remarkable achievements including:
DS Team holds a unique distinction as the only BJJ academy worldwide to host four BJJ legends in a single year:
These elite practitioners have contributed to our academy’s world-class training environment, helping forge the next generation of BJJ champions.
Douglas’s influence extends beyond traditional BJJ training:
Douglas continues to demonstrate mastery in competition:
Sydney Open 2018
Pan Pacific Championships 2017
Pan Pacific Championships 2016
Melbourne International Open 2013
Abu Dhabi 2013
At DS Team BJJ, we believe in creating more than just martial artists – we develop Champions in Life. Through dedicated training, mentorship, and a supportive community, we help our students achieve excellence both on and off the mat.
DS Team BJJ is conveniently located in the heart of Auckland Central, offering a premier training facility for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners. Our headquarters provides an inviting and professional environment where students from all around the city come together to learn and grow.