Our Team
Leo Arruda
Leo Arruda was born in São Paulo, Brazil and started practicing martial arts early in life, when he was only 6 years old through Judo. At the age of 10, Leo switched his focus to Aikido, a martial art he studied deeply and where he achieved the grade of 2nd Dan – black belt).
When he was 19 years old, Leo did his very first BJJ training at Luiz Guilherme’s gym. One class was sufficient for Leo to get hooked and the next day he signed up to the Guigo Academy.
After training with the same dedication he had given to Aikido, in 2006 Leo earned his black belt. In the same year, he moved to the country of Bahrain, in the Middle East, where he taught Jiu Jitsu.
Then, in 2007, Leo received an invitation to come and train Jiu Jitsu in Adelaide, where he and Warwick Raymond founded the Arruda Team, an organisation that represents Guigo JJ on Australian soil.
As a Professor of Jiu Jitsu, Leo loves to see his students transfer the skills learnt in BJJ into everyday life skills, whether that be personally or even professionally. Using BJJ for self-development, achieving a sense of balance and improving wellness are his biggest goals.
Warwick Raymond
Warwick has not only been practicing martial arts for more than 32 years, but he also has vast experience in high performance training elite level athletes, in a multitude of sports. He is currently a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt under Professor Leo Arruda and is a BJJ Instructor for the team.
Having played semi-professional sport himself, Warwick currently works with SACA, AFL, AFLW and a range of elite athletes in performance coaching and mentoring.
As a trainer, Warwick’s biggest passion is developing people and helping them get as close as they can to reaching their maximum potential.
He is also extremely proud of the genuine, family-orientated culture Arruda Team has fostered over the years, making it a safe and welcoming gym for everyone to enjoy.
Aude Juino
Whether you’re hoping to build strength & core stability or increase flexibility & mobility - Aude will help you achieve your goals, all while focussing on great technique.
Aude suffered from severe Asthma as a child and teen, ending up in hospital countless times. Not letting this slow her down - Aude threw herself into gymnastics & athletics, horse-riding and salsa dancing.
Today you’ll see her training in Jiu-Jitsu, Yoga, as well as climbing mountains just for fun!
Steph Bloomfield
Here at Arruda Team, we count our lucky stars every day to have this legend around as our Boxing Coach!
With a number of National and International Kickboxing accolades behind her - as well as coaching with the AIS and being a SA State Coach - Steph has now turned her attention to emerging athletes and focuses on passing her experience to anyone who would love to give boxing a go!
If you’re keen to book in a 1:1 or small group with Steph, get in touch - she’s currently opening up more bookings!
Michael Heliotis
As a brown belt under Leo Arruda and a dedicated Jiu-Jitsu coach with a passion for teaching. He currently teaches No-Gi, Beginners Gi, and Kids classes at Arruda Team, helping students build strong fundamentals and develop their skills in a supportive and engaging environment.
Michael spent three months in the United States, training with some of the most respected minds in Jiu-Jitsu, including John Danaher in Austin and Jason Rau in Long Island. During this time, he was exposed to high-level training and elite coaching methods, gaining valuable insights into how top-tier classes are structured and taught. While he loved the experience, his true passion lies in teaching and sharing his knowledge with students back home.
Michael is committed to helping students improve their Jiu-Jitsu, whether they’re just starting out or looking to refine their technique.
Private Coaching
Michael offers private coaching for both Gi and No-Gi, specializing in No-Gi training. His sessions focus on technique, Q&A, and live training tailored to each student's level.
Available for 1-on-1 and group sessions
Students can bring a training partner at no extra cost
A training partner of a similar size/level can be provided for a small additional fee ($15)
Kids private lessons available on a case-by-case basis (parent participation may be required)
Oliver Cheeseman
Oliver Cheeseman is a dedicated health and fitness professional with a strong academic background and hands-on experience in both sports performance and rehabilitation. Currently completing his Honours degree in Physiotherapy at the University of Adelaide, he also holds a Bachelor of Advanced Health and Medical Sciences and Cert III & IV in Fitness.
A passionate athlete himself, Oliver plays football for the Port Adelaide Magpies, bringing firsthand experience in strength, power, endurance, and general fitness training. He believes in leading by example, staying consistent, and applying the same dedication to his clients that he does to his own training.
Oliver focuses on making exercise enjoyable and effective, helping clients achieve their personal fitness goals while building confidence and consistency. Whether it's improving strength, endurance, or overall fitness, he tailors training to suit each individual.
Services Offered
One-on-one or small group training
Strength & power development
General fitness & endurance training
With a deep love for all things sport, Oliver is committed to helping clients become stronger, fitter, and more confident while making fitness an enjoyable part of their routine.
Tiare
Tiare is an up-beat, colourful yoga teacher who enjoys teaching classes that help encourage people to enjoy the bodies they live in. By guiding people through flowing asanas (postures) she incorporates breath control (pranayama).
Beginning her practice 17 years ago in Colorado, North America - Tiare has been teaching at Arruda Team since 2017.
Tiare believes that yoga is a beautiful opportunity to discover and learn different areas within ourselves to find comfort and freedom as we explore different aspects of our bodies. It is a practice that will continue to have positive effects on and off the mat.
Olivia
Olivia has always been very passionate about body movement: enjoying running, practising and teaching all types of fitness in France, as well as training in Martial Arts.
After hip injury during a red belt grading, Olivia decided it was time to rediscover yoga - specifically in Hot Yoga to heal her injury.
Thanks to her dedication to the practice, Olivia was able to deepen her knowledge and share her passion with others - completing 200 hours of Yoga Teacher training as well as completing her Cert Level III.
Sarah Kuss
Sarah Kuss is a seasoned Personal Fitness Trainer and Pilates Instructor with over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. While she instructs Pilates here at Arruda, she is also the founder of Fitness Boutique by Sarah, located upstairs in our Edwardstown precinct, where she offers a range of services including Functional Training, Reformer Pilates, Mat Pilates, Spin Cycling, and Body Lengthening.
Sarah is committed to designing personalised programs that cater to the unique challenges and goals of each client, whether it's rehabilitation, strength building, or enhancing overall fitness. Her approach emphasizes the joy of group exercise, fostering a supportive and motivating community environment.
Clients consistently praise her for her positivity, encouragement, and genuine care, making her a standout professional in the fitness community.
Want more info about our trainers? Get in touch.
arrudateam1@gmail.com