SBG Manchester

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About SBG Manchester

SBG Manchester is one of the UK’s most established and respected Mixed Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies, proudly celebrating over 25 years at the heart of the city’s combat sports scene. Founded by the late Karl Tanswell, a pioneer of UK MMA and a key figure in the global SBG network, the gym has built a reputation for producing high-level athletes while maintaining a welcoming, ego-free environment. SBG Manchester offers expert coaching across a full range of disciplines, including BJJ, MMA, boxing, wrestling, and strength & conditioning. Whether you’re stepping on the mats for the first time or preparing for professional competition, their structured programs, experienced instructors, and tight-knit community provide everything you need to develop and thrive.

Gym Features

• Beginner Friendly
• Kids Classes
• Competition Training
• Private Coaching
• Open Mat Available
• Striking / MMA Classes
• Day Pass or Free Trial
• Multiple Black Belts
• Showers / Changing Room

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Recent Google Reviews

• “If you are in Manchester and looking for a gym of a high standard then you must visit SBG! 💯🫶🏻 I love this gym! The trainers are very professional!!! Especially trainer Josh Kelly. Very ambitious, talented guy with a lot of knowledge. Great teacher. I highly recommend it! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻 I will definitely go back there!”

  — Weronika Zygmunt, 10 months ago

• “I stopped by SBG Manchester while visiting from the states. The gym is very clean and well-maintained. It’s welcoming to anyone regardless of experience or goals. I would highly recommend to anyone in Manchester or anyone visiting. Thanks fellas!! Oss!”

  — Razinho Kazinho, 3 months ago

• “I was pretty nervous about joining SBG having pretty much no BJJ experience. Between the coaches, the timetable and the community they’ve created there, I can’t recommend it enough”

  — Cian Gormley, a week ago

• “Couldn't ask for a better gym to train at. Awesome culture and highly experienced coaches who still compete themselves. If you're looking for a place to start or continue with martial arts head here!”

  — Mel Perrine, 6 months ago

• “Great classes and coaches, get into BJJ, wrestling and kickboxing at SBG with quality sessions if you’re in central Manchester 👊 osss”

  — Yémi Zaourou, 6 months ago