Ascend Jiujitsu at 19 Allen Street, Moffat Beach, including Brazilian Jiujitsu classes, functional movement training, yoga, mat pilates, breathwork, and rehabilitation sessions.

meet the founderS

Ascend Jiujitsu was founded by husband and wife team Michael and Lynsey Koch, who share a lifelong commitment to movement, health and holistic living. With over 30 years of martial arts experience, Michael (“Kochy”) brings discipline, resilience and mastery to the mats through world-class jiujitsu coaching and personal training.

Lynsey, a clinical nutritionist and founder of Seed & Sprout Nutrition, complements this with a focus on whole-body wellbeing, evidence-based nutrition and sustainable, natural practices. Together, they’ve created a space where movement and health come together empowering people to train with purpose, nourish their bodies and thrive in every aspect of life.

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Beyond the Mats

Ascend was born from a husband-and-wife team (Michael and Lynsey Koch) who could never find the kind of gym they truly needed. Taking a leap into a new space that combines yoga, nutrition, functional movement, Brazilian jiujitsu and striking fitness.

We wanted to offer something different; a place that supports every area of life. Our vision is one of open learning where knowledge is shared and everyone becomes a student for life. Located in the heart of Moffat Beach, Ascend is a community space for all people to train, grow and connect in an environment built on respect, balance and genuine care for wellbeing.

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the team

  • Ascend Jiujitsu at 19 Allen Street, Moffat Beach, including Brazilian Jiujitsu classes with Pro MMA fighter Matt Fordham

    MATT FORDHAM

    JIU-JITSU TEAM

    BJJ black belt and undefeated MMA fighter, Matt shares a unique training program built from 10 years of real competition experience.

  • Ascend Jiujitsu at 19 Allen Street, Moffat Beach, including Yoga with Sunshine Coast yoga instructor Lindy Storee Smith. Gentle Flow. Moffat Beach Yoga

    LINDY SMITH

    MOVEMENT TEAM

    Lindy Smith guides yoga classes that blend breath, movement and mindfulness, nurturing body and spirit through nature-inspired practice.

  • Ascend Jiujitsu at 19 Allen Street, Moffat Beach, including Brazilian Jiujitsu classes, functional movement training with Scott McGee from Horizons of Health Ascend Movement..

    SCOTT MCGEE

    MOVEMENT TEAM

    Scott helps clients move beyond chronic pain, restoring function, strength, and confidence through corrective exercise and holistic health.

  • Breathwork with Emma Smith Ascend Jiujitsu at 19 Allen Street, Moffat Beach

    EMMA SMITH

    MOVEMENT TEAM

    Emma guides Breathwork Meditation and holistic practices to support presence, calm the nervous system and nourish body and soul.

  • Strength & Conditioning with Personal Trainer Melinda Grinner Ascend Jiujitsu at 19 Allen Street, Moffat Beach, including Brazilian Jiujitsu classes, functional movement training, yoga, mat pilates, breathwork, and rehabilitation sessions.

    MELINDA GRINNER

    MOVEMENT TEAM

    Melinda Grinner empowers people to rise in strength, confidence and freedom through coaching, fitness, and holistic wellbeing.

  • Ascend Movement at 19 Allen Street, Moffat Beach, including Teens Yoga & Breathwork

    THEA

    MOVEMENT TEAM

    Thea leads Teen Yoga & Breathwork, helping 10–15-year-olds develop strength, focus, and mindfulness in a supportive, nurturing space.

  • Birth Buddies Yoga instructor General Group Classes. Nic also teaches group yoga classes Ascend Movement at 19 Allen Street, Moffat Beach.

    Nico Zaninni

    MOVEMENT TEAM

    Nico leads a Pilates-inspired yoga class blending flow and strength to build core stability, improve posture, and body awareness.

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