BOM | Birmingham Open Mat is a community-run Jiu-Jitsu session that brings grapplers from gyms across Birmingham together for friendly, high-quality rounds. It’s not a coached class, just plenty of mat time for Gi and No-Gi, with partners of all sizes and experience levels. Visitors are welcome, the vibe is respectful and ego-free, and the focus is simple: get rounds in, test your game, and leave better than you arrived. Perfect for anyone who wants extra sparring outside their regular academy.

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Birmingham

BOM | Birmingham Open Mat

Open Mat – Single Session

Richard Degville

Lee Merrick

Mike Barnett

Aleksandra Degville

Oldskool Jiu-Jitsu, based in West Bromwich, offers a welcoming and ego-free environment for anyone looking to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced grappler. With classes in both Gi and No-Gi, the gym focuses on strong fundamentals, practical self-defence, and steady progression in a friendly community setting. Their experienced coaches emphasise technical growth, fitness, and the values of respect and discipline that make Jiu-Jitsu more than just a sport, it’s a lifestyle.

Oldskool Jiujitsu

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Unlimited classes for adults aged 16 and over.

Adult Membership (16+)

Drop-In

Gracie Barra Birmingham is a respected Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located in the heart of Birmingham. Whether you're completely new to BJJ or looking to sharpen your skills for competition, the academy offers structured programs for adults and kids in both Gi and No-Gi.

With a team of experienced coaches, a welcoming community, and a focus on technical excellence, Gracie Barra Birmingham provides a safe and supportive space to train and grow.

Gracie Barra Birmingham

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Norbert Nowak

Ram Dau

Pro Jiu Jitsu in Birmingham is a welcoming and highly respected BJJ academy led by 3rd degree black belt Norbert Nowak. Known for its inclusive community and detail-oriented instruction, the gym offers Gi and No-Gi classes for adults and children, women-only sessions, and competition-focused training.

With a dedicated team of experienced instructors, modern facilities including showers and changing rooms, and flexible options like private lessons and walk-in passes, Pro Jiu Jitsu is ideal for both beginners and advanced practitioners looking to elevate their skills in a supportive environment.

Pro Jiu Jitsu

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi & No-Gi). Minimum 6-month contract (Direct Debit).

Adults – 8 Classes / Month

Unlimited BJJ classes (Gi & No-Gi). Minimum 6-month contract (Direct Debit).

Adults – Unlimited

Kids BJJ (Gi). Minimum 6-month contract (Direct Debit).

Children – 12 Classes / Month

Adult Single Class (Walk-in)

Adult Week Pass (Walk-in)

Adult One-Month Pass (Walk-in)

Children Single Class (Walk-in)

Children Week Pass (Walk-in)

Monthly access for kids without membership.

Children One-Month Pass (Walk-in)

Chiu Kwong Man is the founder and head instructor at Chiu BJJ. A black belt under Braulio Estima, Chiu has over 20 years of BJJ experience and has been teaching since 2012. Known for his practical and technique-focused approach, he emphasises leverage, timing, and consistency over strength and intensity.

Chiu Kwong Man

Chiu BJJ is a no-frills, practical Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu club based in Birmingham. Their mission, encapsulated by the slogans “Intelligence Over Strength, Strength Over Excuses, Belief Above All”, emphasises technique, mental resilience, and continuous progress.

They host sessions across multiple partner venues:

Bishop Challoner Sports Centre, Kings Heath (B14 7EG)

Ronin MMA Gym, Stirchley (Clonmel Rd, B30 2BU)

Kombat MA, Stirchley (Winster Grove, B44 9EG)

Chiu BJJ

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Unlimited access to all classes across all locations - Gi, No-Gi, fundamentals, sparring, and open mat.

Full Membership

Train up to two times per week - ideal for beginners or those balancing a busy schedule.

Two Classes Per Week

Pay-as-you-go access to any class on the schedule - no commitment required.

Drop-In Session

New students can try their first session at no cost - no booking needed, just turn up.

First Class Free

David Idemudia

Ibrahima Mboup

Matt Howarth

Will Branch

Jack Spencer

Team Renegade prides itself on creating a supportive and respectful training environment. The atmosphere is collaborative, with training partners working together and using smart, controlled resistance to help each other improve.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced competitor, everyone is encouraged to focus on developing solid technique and a deep understanding of the art, rather than just chasing belt promotions. It’s a place where progress is earned and the journey is just as important as the outcome.


Team Renegade BJJ

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Adult Day Pass

Kids Day Pass

Samantha Cook-Hill

Bradley Hill

Amelia Lui

Cameran Jheeta

Laura Barker

Mikial Mir

Ryan Ralph

Royal Jiu Jitsu is a top-tier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy based in Birmingham, UK, offering world-class training for adults and children of all levels. Led by a team of experienced black belt coaches and international competitors, the gym provides a welcoming, competitive, and community-driven environment.

With classes ranging from beginner fundamentals to advanced competition training, as well as dedicated kids' programmes, Royal Jiu Jitsu caters to everyone from complete novices to serious athletes. A free first class and flexible membership options make it easy to get started.

Royal Jiu Jitsu

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Any two adult classes per week. Includes BJJ, No-Gi, etc.

Blue Membership (Adults)

Gold Membership (Adults)

Any two kids classes per week. Age group: Royal Frogs (5–9).

Royal Frogs – Blue (Ages 5–9)

Any two kids classes per week. Age group: Royal Corgis (10+).

Royal Corgis – Blue (Ages 10+)

Unlimited kids membership for Royal Frogs (ages 5–9).

Royal Frogs – Gold (Ages 5–9)

Unlimited kids membership for Royal Corgis (ages 10+).

Royal Corgis – Gold (Ages 10+)

Alento BJJ – Cannock offers high-quality Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for both adults and children in a welcoming, community-focused setting. Led by experienced black-belt coaches, the academy provides structured training for complete beginners through to advanced competitors. Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, build confidence, or prepare for competition, Alento BJJ delivers professional instruction and a friendly atmosphere right in the heart of Cannock.

Alento BJJ Cannock

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Team Fearless MMA has been part of Birminghams martial arts scene since 2009, founded by brothers Kaish and Kamby Banger.

The gym offers a wide range of classes, including Thai Boxing, Wrestling, No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, K1 Striking, and MMA. With training options for beginners through to advanced fighters, it’s built for all levels.

The facility features a full-size MMA cage, a boxing ring, a weights area, and over 3,000 square feet of mat space.

Team Fearless MMA

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Includes all arts (Thai Boxing, Wrestling, BJJ, MMA, Boxing) and Open Training. 1 month free and no insurance or joining fee (£110 saving). Free T-Shirt.

Annual Advance

Includes all arts (Thai Boxing, Wrestling, BJJ, MMA, Boxing) and Open Training. 1 month free and no insurance or joining fee (£120 saving). Free T-Shirt.

Adult Annual

Includes all junior classes. 1 month free and no insurance or joining fee (£100 saving). Free T-Shirt.

Juniors Annual (12–15)

Includes all kids classes. 1 month free and no insurance or joining fee (£95 saving). Free T-Shirt.

Kids Annual (5–11)

12-month contract. £45 joining fee includes licence and first year’s insurance. Includes all arts (Thai Boxing, Wrestling, BJJ, MMA, Boxing) and Open Training. Free T-Shirt.

Adults Full Package (DD)

Students Full Package (DD)

12-month contract. £45 joining fee includes licence and first year’s insurance. Includes access to all junior classes. Free T-Shirt.

Junior (12–15) (DD)

12-month contract. £45 joining fee includes licence and first year’s insurance. Includes access to all kids classes. Free T-Shirt.

Kids (5–11) (DD)

Discover top Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Birmingham. Find BJJ academies offering beginner to advanced classes, open mats, women's sessions, and more — all in one place.

Best BJJ Gyms in Birmingham - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Birmingham

Daniel Worters

JiuJitsu Social is a welcoming Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy based in the heart of West London, offering a relaxed but focused training environment for all levels. Whether you’re stepping on the mats for the first time or sharpening competition skills, the gym combines top-quality instruction with a strong community feel. Classes run throughout the week for adults and kids, covering both Gi and No-Gi training, and visitors are encouraged to drop in. Known for its open-minded approach and friendly atmosphere, JiuJitsu Social is the perfect spot for anyone in West London looking to train hard, stay humble, and connect with like-minded grapplers.

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London

Jiu-Jitsu Social

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Marco Canha

James Roach

Bader Khuzai

Sercan Dinc

Fightzone London has grown into one of East London’s busiest martial arts gyms. It started back in 2012 when black belt Marco Canha teamed up with James Roach and Cristina Sempere. The idea was simple: create a space where people from all walks of life could train together.

Now it runs more than 150 classes a week, including BJJ, Muay Thai, boxing, wrestling, judo, and MMA. The gym’s fitted with a full boxing ring, large mats, and has a team of nearly 40 staff and coaches.

What really sets Fightzone apart though is its focus on the community. They’ve built strong ties with local schools, councils, and partner organisations to make martial arts more accessible, whether someone’s aiming to compete or just looking to get fit.

Fightzone London

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Premium

Standard

Unlimited kids classes throughout the week.

Kids Membership (Ages 4–15)

Unlimited classes for students. £20 off premium price. Valid student ID must be emailed to support@fightzonelondon.co.uk before attending.

Student Unlimited

Pay As You Go – Adults

Pay As You Go – Kids

Pay As You Go – Open Mat

Pay As You Go – Women's Only

New members get a full week of access to try classes before committing to a membership.

7-Day Trial

One-time joining fee for all new memberships.

Joining Fee

Annual insurance coverage required for all members.

Annual Insurance

Lorenzo Fraquelli

Dave Thompson

Founded in 2013, Wave Brazilian Jiu Jitsu offers a welcoming environment for practitioners of all levels.

Located in Chiswick, West London, the gym provides classes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi and No-Gi), Wrestling, Muay Thai, and MMA. With a focus on community and accessibility, Wave BJJ caters to adults, teens, and children, emphasizing both self-defense and competitive aspects of martial arts.

Wave Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

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Unlimited access to all classes across BJJ, gym, striking, and more. Full use of open gym and mat space between sessions.

Society Ultimate Founders Membership

Standard price after founders deal. Train without limits across all disciplines, gym access included.

Society Ultimate Membership

Unlimited training in BJJ, No-Gi, Wrestling, and Striking. Includes open mat sessions.

Wave BJJ Founders Membership

Standard price. All martial arts classes and open mats included.

Wave BJJ Membership

Add to any Forge or Wave membership for open gym access outside of class hours.

Open Gym Add-On

Try any class for two weeks. Great way to experience the vibe and meet the team.

Two Week Trial

Get 50% off your first ever class at Society.

First Class Trial

Joe Lennon

Eoghan O'Flanagan

Silviu Nastasa

Los Banditos Grappling Club in West London is one of the UK’s most exciting grappling gyms for serious competitors. Known for its sharp focus on competition training and producing high-level talent, the gym offers a welcoming but intense environment for anyone looking to push their grappling to the next level.

Led by experienced coaches including Joe Lennon, Eoghan O’Flanagan, and Silviu Nastasa, classes at Los Banditos blend strong fundamentals with modern, competition-ready techniques. Whether you're preparing for your first tournament or aiming to compete on the international stage, you'll find high-quality training partners and coaching to match.

What sets Los Banditos apart is its balance, structured, technical classes with a strong team spirit. The atmosphere is friendly but hard-working, and the mat culture encourages growth through challenge. From advanced competitors to developing athletes, everyone’s there to get better, and it shows.

LOS BANDITOS

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Unlimited access to all classes—advanced, fundamentals, youth, open mat, and all levels.

Unlimited classes available during afternoon and evening sessions.

Afternoon or Evening Membership

Attend any two sessions per week—perfect for maintaining consistency.

Unlimited access for youth (ages 10–16); includes a 14‑day free trial.

Youth Membership

Structured membership for those wanting a mid‑level training schedule.

2 Afternoon & 2 Evening Classes / Week

GFTeam West Wickham, also known as GFTeam South East—is part of the internationally renowned Grappling Fight Team, originally founded in Rio de Janeiro in 1993. The academy offers high-quality Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction for all ages and skill levels, combining world-class coaching with a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere that fosters discipline, confidence and personal growth on and off the mats.

GF Team

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Six-month membership plan for children’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes.

Child (6-month plan)

Six-month membership plan for teens’ Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes.

Teen (6-month plan)

Six-month membership plan for adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes.

Adult (6-month plan)

Ten one-to-one private coaching sessions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

1-2-1 Private Sessions – Block

Single one-to-one private coaching session in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

1-2-1 Private Session – Single

Gym Manager & Head 10th Planet Jiu‑Jitsu coach; Black Belt under Eddie Bravo.

Jamie Scott

Located in East London, Diesel Gym is one of the UK’s most established MMA and martial arts facilities. Founded in 2008, the gym offers a full schedule of classes 7 days a week, including Muay Thai, 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, boxing, wrestling, and strength & conditioning. With world-class coaches and a strong competition pedigree, Diesel is home to athletes competing in promotions like the UFC, Bellator, and Polaris.

Diesel Gym is beginner-friendly, welcomes juniors aged 6–16, and runs women-only sessions alongside regular open mats. The facility features showers, changing rooms, a weights area, and access to physiotherapy and private coaching. Whether you're looking to get fit, fight, or just try something new, Diesel Gym offers a supportive and inclusive space for all levels.

Diesel Gym London

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Monthly Direct Debit. Minimum 3 months rolling agreement with 30 days’ notice of cancellation. Unlimited training across all disciplines. Includes 2-week evaluation period where you can cancel your membership.

Monthly Membership

No minimum term – this is a 30-day rolling agreement that can be cancelled at any time. Minimum age: 6 years old (except Jiu Jitsu where it is 7 years old).

Under 16’s Membership

For a limited period we are giving you 3 FREE PERSONAL TRAINING sessions when you choose a minimum 6 month rolling agreement with 30 days’ notice of cancellation – worth £135! Applies to new members only, and subject to availability.

Special Promotion

Head Coach: BJJ Gi & No Gi; awarded Black Belt in 2014 from Cesar Lima and Roger Gracie.

Ross Nicholls

Coach: No Gi BJJ; awarded Black Belt in 2023.

Nathan Kay

Harry Powell

Peter Shamarkou

Coach: No Gi BJJ & Wrestling; awarded Black Belt in 2023 under Ross Nicholls.

Aidan Woodhouse

Coach: No Gi; awarded Black Belt in 2024 under Ross Nicholls.

Matt Ludlow

Coach: Wrestling & Kids BJJ; awarded Black Belt in 2024.

Joe Chapple

London Grapple is a premier martial arts academy located in Deptford, South East London. Established in August 2021, the gym offers over 60 classes per week, catering to all skill levels from beginners to seasoned competitors.

The facility specializes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi and No Gi), MMA, Wrestling, and Muay Thai, providing a welcoming environment for both adults and children aged 4 and above.

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