No. We have several students who did not start training until they were in their 40s and are now higher belts. What’s most important is a desire to learn and a positive attitude.

That’s what training is for! You’ll be surprised at how quickly you can get into shape when you start BJJ. When you start, just go at whatever pace you’re able to. If you need to sit out, that’s not a problem. You’ll find your endurance, strength and weight quickly improving, even if you only train twice a week.

Waiting until you’re in better shape before starting jiu jitsu is like waiting until your stamina improves before you run a marathon. Just start training and take small steps to begin with.

We can discuss payment after your free trial. However, we are very competitively priced – much more so in some cases – and we also offer more classes every week.

We train both gi and no-gi.

Our head instructor is Phil Yeomans who has trained BJJ for around 20 years and has been a black belt for about 13 of those.

If you don’t have a uniform (a “gi”), you can just wear loose clothing (t-shirt, shorts or tracksuit bottoms) that you don’t mind being potentially damaged. Please don’t wear anything with metal zips or buttons as these can scratch our mat.

Yes! Please email for further details and to arrange a time/date. Let us know your level of experience and your training objective to help us put you with the right instructor for you.

We’re a relaxed gym but we do have a few rules that students need to follow:

1. Finger and toe nails must be kept short and clean for safety reasons.
2. Shoes/sliders must be worn when you walk off the mat for hygiene reasons.
3. Please ensure you and your clothes are clean and washed. No one likes training with a partner who smells. It’s embarrassing for both you and us if we have to address issues of hygiene.
4. White/blue belts should not be teaching other students or telling their partner how to perform a technique. Ask the class instructor.
5. Pay your mat/membership fees. Non-payers may be refused training.
6. Be a positive influence on the club. Gym bullies and those with poor attitudes will not be with us for long.
7. Basic manners are appreciated. Shake hands with the instructor and fellow members (if class has not yet started) when you walk onto the mat. Thanking instructors after class is appreciated. It creates a positive club atmosphere.