So you’re thinking about trying Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Gloucester? You’ve come to the right place. 

Coach Ryan Graham is part of the world-class Team Draig and has competed in BJJ internationally several times.

But don't let that intimidate you because everyone is welcome to join our BJJ gym in Gloucester. Whether you're a complete beginner or experienced in the sport.

It’s worth mentioning that in BJJ training you’re far less likely to get injured than in striking sports like boxing. 

We split our BJJ classes into two individual classes. This helps us focus better on different aspects of BJJ

 

• No-gi Jiu Jitsu is a form of BJJ that is practised without a Gi. No-gi, practitioners wear rash guards and grappling shorts instead of the gi, which removes the ability to grip clothing for techniques. This style is more realistic for MMA and relies more on body positioning and control than grips. 

 

• ​Gi Jiu Jitsu is the traditional form of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu where practitioners wear the Gi. The gi allows for a wide array of grips and controls, with techniques often utilizing the fabric to secure positions, control the opponent's movement, and execute submissions. The gi is also more realistic for self-defence, as the grips and holds are very applicable to scenarios where an attacker is wearing a jacket.