Family focused owners, dedicated to your growth!

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Cairns is built on a shared long-term vision: clear instruction, strong character, and a safe place for you and your family to grow. Our three partners bring different backgrounds, one philosophy, and a deep respect for the traditions of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu—done properly and taught with care.

Andre Schokman
Partner & Head Instructor

Andre moved to Tropical North Queensland with a love for the natural world and a curiosity that’s always pushed him to learn more. Martial arts has been part of his life since childhood, beginning with Karate and expanding into a lifelong pursuit of effective, practical self-defence.
Discovered Gracie Jiu-Jitsu through Professors Ryron Gracie and Rener Gracie, drawn to their structured teaching and proven techniques
Dedicated himself to the Gracie University Instructor Certification Program
Travelled to Los Angeles in July 2023 to train, certify, and connect with the Gracie family
Passionate about passing on not just techniques, but a pathway to discipline, confidence, and personal growth
Andre’s focus is simple: help you learn how to protect yourself and others, while becoming a stronger, calmer, more capable version of yourself.

Luke Conroy
Partner & Instructor - In Training

Luke is a former Australian Army Sergeant who served 13 years in the Australian Defence Force before discharging in 2023.

His introduction to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu came through his daughter’s enrolment in the Gracie Bullyproof program at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Cairns. Watching her confidence rise, her resilience strengthen, and her focus sharpen; made the value of the program unmistakable. 

He soon joined Gracie Combatives class himself, initially to maintain fitness and sharpen his mindset. What began as a personal development chapter quickly grew into a deep respect for the structure, commitment, and philosophy behind the system—particularly the legacy of Grand Master Hélio Gracie and the standards upheld by Gracie University.

Luke commits himself to continual learning, through technical and instructor development. As  a Partner he works towards creating a safe, structured, and welcoming Certified Training Centre where you feel supported from your first class.

Terri Conroy
Partner - Administration 

After travelling Australia with her family, Terri now calls Cairns home again after returning since she was a child . She is a dedicated home educator to her two children and brings a strong background in business management and customer service.
Passionate about supporting others through professional education and lived experience.
As an active student of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, she is
committed to empowering women through self-defence and resilience. Expanding her knowledge into the Gracie Women’s Empowered program.
Actively involved in supporting children within the Bullyproof program; Terri’s focus is growth—within herself, her family, and every student who walks through the door. She believes confidence is built through consistency, encouragement, and the right guidance.

Together, our team is here to give you more than classes.
You’ll find structure, accountability, and a community that genuinely wants to see you succeed—on and off the mats.