Get to Grips with Grappling in your
BJJ Introduction Class

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for all levels — from complete beginners to experienced competitors looking to sharpen their skills or return to training.

If you’re new to grappling, you’ll start with our Introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu before joining our all-level sessions. This ensures you learn the core movements and concepts at a comfortable pace.

Our Introduction classes focus on self-defence and fundamentals in a relaxed, supportive environment on our quiet upstairs mat, led by an experienced instructor.

What to expect in your first class:

90 minutes of expert coaching in BJJ and self-defence
A full-body workout suitable for any fitness level
Introduction to mobility and movement basics
Friendly welcome from our team (uniform provided for your first session)
Tour of the gym and time to ask questions

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SELF DEFENCE

At The Gauntlet Fight Academy, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training embeds practical self defence techniques to give practitioners the skills control threats using leverage, positioning, and calm decision making - helping students stay safe and confident in real situations.

DISCIPLINE

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu builds self-discipline through consistent training, focus, and perseverance. Accountability and mentoring by coaches and teammates will help you to develop unwavering discipline and develop strong, healthy habits, mental resilience, and confidence both on and off the mats.

COMPETITION

Our BJJ competition training develops strategy, conditioning, and advanced techniques—helping students sharpen their skills, test themselves under pressure, and perform confidently in tournaments. We're the home of multiple European and World Champions, so if you're looking to develop your BJJ Career, the GFA team is a great place to be.

COMMUNITY

At The Gauntlet Fight Academy, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brings people from all walks of life together in a supportive, like-minded community. BJJ builds incredible life long friendships like no other sport. Students train, grow, and push each other to improve on and have fun off the mats too, welcome to your ready made social life!

Already train BJJ? Book a day pass to see if we're a good match. If you decide to join up, we'll deduct the price of the day pass from your first months membership.