Our way of teaching:
At Hive we focus on creating the best possible framework so you can learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in a simple yet effective way. That’s why we use the newest teaching methods, and give individual feedback and coaching at every training.
Learning BJJ is the same as learning any new skill: you have to learn to walk before you run and learn the alphabet before you learn to write. When learning BJJ you need the same logical progression of creating a good foundation to build on, and at Hive we create our courses and instructions so it supports the best learning process.
For those who are completely new to BJJ we offer BJJ101, an introductory program that will provide you with the best start for a new sport. For those who have already trained for a few months, or are coming back from a break from training, we offer our BJJ201 fundamentals program.
BJJ is under continuous development, providing endless new things to train and focus on, so you will never get bored! It takes a long time to master BJJ, but it’s a sport everyone can learn and become good at.
About our Head Coach
Shanti Abelha is a 3rd degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) and has had an extensive career at elite level in the sport where she has won 5 World titles and is one of the most decorated competitors in Europe.
With almost 20 years of experience, she provides world class BJJ classes at Hive BJJ. Professionally, Shanti has an unique background as a civil engineer and works within leadership coaching, strategy development and cultural improvements within companies.
A part of her work involves developing, teaching and training instructors within training programmes that are offered to over 15.000 coworkers, a skill she of course brings with her to Hive.
MAIN TITLES:
- 3x IBJJF World Champion in Black belt, Master
- 6x IBJJF 3rd place World Championship in Black belt, Adult
- 8x IBJJF European Champion in Black belt, Master
- 2x IBJJF European No-Gi Champion in Black belt, Master
- ADCC Veteran
Other links: See more about Shanti on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu lexicon, BJJ Heroes
Video with Shanti after winning World’s in 2016
Instructors
Daniel Forino is Hive’s first black belt. He puts a lot of effort into delivering quality jiu jitsu in all his classes and making everyone feel welcome. He fell in love with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from the first class he took and tries to transmit that same passion in all his classes.
Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina. Daniel moved to Copenhagen in January 2020 and started training at Hive that same year. Daniel started practicing Brazilian jiu jitsu in 2009, then continued with Muay Thai until 2011. Resumed BJJ that same year and never looked back. Blue belt in 2013 and Purple belt in 2015 under 4th degree black belt Eduardo “Dudu” Duarte, headcoach and Director of Nova União Argentina. Besides training and competing in BJJ, Daniel is an Architect and work at a company in Copenhagen. Daniel has a keen interest in business and entrepreneurship, in fact, he had a clothing brand in Buenos Aires for 2 years.
Andrija Mrsa Has been training Jiu-Jitsu since 2010. The journey began in Milan, Italy, and continued in New York and later on the U.S. West Coast. Along the way, Andrija has trained under a wide range of instructors and styles, all of which have shaped his view of and approach to Jiu-Jitsu. Training alongside top-level athletes, including UFC-caliber fighters, has elevated both his mindset and his approach to a new level. In 2025, Andrija earned his black belt under his head coach, Marco Bancone.
His style combines the classic old-school mindset—which he still considers the most solid foundation—with modern movement and an unorthodox approach. Training is kept playful and exploratory, always focused on discovering new angles, new flows, and new ways to express body movement to its fullest.
BJJ has given him a lot: discipline, direction, and community—and the best way to give back is by sharing his experience with anyone hungry to grow.
Old school for life.
Heide Truong has been training martial arts for over 14 years. Although Muay Thai and MMA initially got her into training, BJJ has been her main focus for almost a decade. She holds a brown belt and trains at Arte Suave. Prior to relocating to Denmark for an MSc in Food Innovation and Health, she trained with Leticia Ribeiro and her world class competition team in San Diego. In California, she earned her BSc in Kinesiology and gained a variety of coaching experiences at physical therapy clinics, San Diego State’s Strength and Conditioning department, corporate gyms and freelancing globally as a health coach. Aside from training, she often travels and is building an eco-conscious food company.
Kevin Prompler started training BJJ in 2013, after two friends insisted on joining a trial class. For the next 7 years, he trained with Jordy Peute at Gracie Barra Maastricht. Originally from The Netherlands, he moved to Denmark in 2020 after having spent most of 2019 travelling and visiting a dozen training camps around the world. Kevin is a brown belt.
Besides training in Hive, you may find him on the mats at Arte Suave, at the sales department of a sports/tech company, or playing guitar at a local punk bands’ rehearsal room.
Vincent Cazan is the head instructor of our Kids Program.
Tim Cooper is a blue belt who enjoys a mix of traditional technique instruction and constraints-led games. Tim believes the best Jiu-Jitsu happens when students can have fun while still taking their development seriously. As a high calorie grappler Tim favours pressure and a slower game.
Filip Medved Filip started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2021 and is a blue belt at Hive.
“I signed up for BJJ at Hive even before securing an apartment in Copenhagen, that’s how committed I was to finding the right gym!”
After years of playing team sports, Filip was looking to transition into something more individual while maintaining that community spirit, and Hive turned out to be the perfect fit. Besides training, Filip enjoys running and is always up for whatever stupid idea comes up over beers with friends – mostly that’s a spontaneous marathon, competition, or any other questionable challenge.
Filip believes in community, a light-hearted atmosphere, and mutual respect on the mats. That’s what he brings to training, and that’s what he values in his training partners.
