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 Black 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.
Tyler Zane
Tyler is a purple belt under Leo Arruda and dedicated Jiu-Jitsu coach with a passion for teaching and helping individuals improve their Jiu-jitsu skillset. He currently teaches mid-day No-Gi and Kids classes at Arruda Team, helping students build strong fundamentals and develop their skills in a supportive and engaging environment.
Tyler is committed to helping students improve their Jiu-Jitsu, whether they’re just starting out or looking to refine their technique.
Private Coaching
Tyler offers private coaching for both Gi and No-Gi, specialising in kids, beginners, and competitors. 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
• Kids private lessons available on a case-by-case basis
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!
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
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 has played 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.