
Hifen Martins
Alex Moura
Dylan Hart
Russell Williams
Jakub Miazga
As the name suggests, NOGI training is undertaken without the GI uniform. This style of grappling is generally faster and more dynamic than GI grappling. No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu uses body mechanics and wrestling techniques including positions and submissions that are not allowed and/or not available in the GI.
All Levels - covering fundamental through to advanced techniques and movements, this class caters to all belt levels.
Uniform
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Our Kids’ Gi Jiu-Jitsu programme is designed to help children develop discipline, confidence, coordination, and resilience both on and off the mats.
Build Self-Discipline & Personal Responsibility
Encourage children to take ownership of their training, actions, and progress.
Develop Body Awareness & Coordination
Improve movement, balance, agility, and coordination through age-appropriate Jiu-Jitsu games and exercises.
Build Strength, Speed & Balance
Develop physical fitness and athletic ability through structured exercises and movement drills.
Develop Positional Awareness & Sparring Skills
Introduce and progressively develop positional and situational sparring, helping children learn how to solve problems under pressure.
Set Goals & Celebrate Progress
Teach children how to set achievable goals, work towards them, and recognise their own improvements.
Respect & Good Behaviour
Learning to respect coaches, training partners, the academy, and themselves.
Listening & Following Instructions
Developing the ability to listen, understand instructions, and apply them safely.
Focus in a Group Setting
Building concentration, patience, and the ability to stay engaged during lessons.
Fundamental Jiu-Jitsu Positions & Techniques
Developing a strong foundation of essential Gi Jiu-Jitsu positions, movements, escapes, controls, and techniques.
Confidence & Communication
Encouraging children to communicate clearly, ask questions, work with training partners, and grow in confidence.
Resilience & Problem Solving
Teaching children that mistakes and challenges are part of learning—and that persistence leads to improvement.
At Fortress Jiu-Jitsu, we want every child to leave the mats more confident, capable, disciplined, and resilient than when they arrived.
Strong body. Strong mind. Strong character.
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Gi BJJ classes are undertaken in a traditional Gi (kimono) uniform. This grappling style is grip-heavy as both you and your partner can grab one another’s clothing.
The benefits of these grips make for many exciting techniques and submissions that are not possible in the other forms of grappling.
Uniform
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Gi BJJ classes are undertaken in a traditional Gi (kimono) uniform. This grappling style is grip-heavy as both you and your partner can grab one another’s clothing. The benefits of these grips make for many exciting techniques and submissions that are not possible in the other forms of grappling.
We train with GI but if you’re new to BJJ, it’s fine to wear shorts/leggings and a t-shirt for your first couple of classes. However, please note, there should be no zips and/or buttons on any item of clothing. Please also ensure your finger nails and toenails are short so you don’t accidentally scratch anyone.
All our classes start with a warm up (Individual warm-up, individual movement drills, basic partner drills or a vigorous conditioning warm up). Instructors then move on to demonstrate techniques, set ups and positions. Students then drill these and use them in the sparring that follows.
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Kids Wrestling for Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 6–14)
Fortress Jiu-Jitsu
This class teaches wrestling fundamentals designed specifically for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Students learn takedowns, balance, clinch control, and top pressure in a fun, safe, and structured environment that builds confidence, discipline, and athleticism.
What to Bring:
• Athletic clothing (rash guard, T-shirt, shorts or leggings — no zippers or buttons)
• Water bottle
• Clean sandals/flip-flops for off the mat
• Wrestling shoes (optional)
• All gear labeled with your child’s name
What to Expect:
Kids train in a positive, supportive setting focused on effort, teamwork, and growth. Classes emphasize safety, respect, and skill development for both beginners and experienced students.
Class Layout:
• Warm-up & movement
• Wrestling technique for BJJ
• Drilling with partners
• Controlled live rounds
• Cool down & mindset talk
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Submission grappling if a form of ground-based combat sport that combines element of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling , Judo and Sambo. The goal is to gain control over your opponent and submit them using joint locks or chokeholds, without strikes.
What to Wear
No Gi attire - Rash guard, Grappling shorts or spats. No zippers, pockets or metal parts
All our classes start with a warm up (Individual warm-up, individual movement drills, basic partner drills or a vigorous conditioning warm up) instructors then move on to demonstrate techniques, set ups and positions. Students then drill these and use them in the sparring that follows.
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PROGRAM GOALS:
- INSTILL SELF-DISCIPLINE AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
- DEVELOP PHYSICAL AWARENESS AND COORDINATION
- BUILD STRENGTH, SPEED AND BALANCE WITH SPECIFIC EXERCISES
- INCREASE THE SITUATIONAL AND POSITIONAL SPARRING
- USE GOAL SETTING AS A METHOD FOR SELF IMPROVEMENT
WE WILL CONTINUE TO REINFORCE:
- GOOD BEHAVIOR AND ABILITY TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
- ABILITY TO FOCUS IN A GROUP SETTING
- BASIC JIU JITSU POSITIONS AND TECHNIQUES
- BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS
This day is marked as closed. Reopen the day to edit or restore sessions.
As the name suggests, NOGI training is undertaken without the GI uniform. This style of grappling is generally faster and more dynamic than GI grappling. No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu uses body mechanics and wrestling techniques including positions and submissions that are not allowed and/or not available in the GI.
Beginners - covering the fundamental techniques and movements, this class caters to white and blue belts (although we recommend all levels to attend)
All Levels - covering fundamental through to advanced techniques and movements, this class caters to all belt levels
Uniform
This day is marked as closed. Reopen the day to edit or restore sessions.
As the name suggests, NOGI training is undertaken without the GI uniform. This style of grappling is generally faster and more dynamic than GI grappling. No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu uses body mechanics and wrestling techniques including positions and submissions that are not allowed and/or not available in the GI.
Beginners - covering the fundamental techniques and movements, this class caters to white and blue belts (although we recommend all levels to attend)
All Levels - covering fundamental through to advanced techniques and movements, this class caters to all belt levels
Uniform
This day is marked as closed. Reopen the day to edit or restore sessions.
PROGRAM GOALS:
- INSTILL SELF-DISCIPLINE AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
- DEVELOP PHYSICAL AWARENESS AND COORDINATION
- BUILD STRENGTH, SPEED AND BALANCE WITH SPECIFIC EXERCISES
- INCREASE THE SITUATIONAL AND POSITIONAL SPARRING
- USE GOAL SETTING AS A METHOD FOR SELF IMPROVEMENT
WE WILL CONTINUE TO REINFORCE:
- GOOD BEHAVIOR AND ABILITY TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
- ABILITY TO FOCUS IN A GROUP SETTING
- BASIC JIU JITSU POSITIONS AND TECHNIQUES
- BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS
This day is marked as closed. Reopen the day to edit or restore sessions.
As the name suggests, NOGI training is undertaken without the GI uniform. This style of grappling is generally faster and more dynamic than GI grappling. No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu uses body mechanics and wrestling techniques including positions and submissions that are not allowed and/or not available in the GI.
MMA style shorts, a rash guard and spats (this is optional). If you don’t have a rash guard then a t-shirt is fine for the first couple of classes. Please note, there should be no zips and/or buttons (and preferably no pockets) on any item of clothing and please ensure your finger and toe nails are short.
All our classes start with a warm up (Individual warm-up, individual movement drills, basic partner drills or a vigorous conditioning warm up) instructors then move on to demonstrate techniques, set ups and positions. Students then drill these and use them in the sparring that follows.
This day is marked as closed. Reopen the day to edit or restore sessions.
We do not recommend anyone with less than 3 months of grappling experience attend the Open Mat. If you are a complete beginner, please reach out to enable or support your transition.
Open mat is a training session designed for you to come in and practice your skills with other students. This session has no structure; you can use it for extra rounds, drills, comp rounds, Q&A, etc. This session can be with either Gi or NOGI. Just show up and roll or practice your things.
This session is free to members and open to everyone from all gyms; visitors £5.
This day is marked as closed. Reopen the day to edit or restore sessions.
PROGRAM GOALS:
- INSTILL SELF-DISCIPLINE AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
- DEVELOP PHYSICAL AWARENESS AND COORDINATION
- BUILD STRENGTH, SPEED AND BALANCE WITH SPECIFIC EXERCISES
- INCREASE THE SITUATIONAL AND POSITIONAL SPARRING
- USE GOAL SETTING AS A METHOD FOR SELF IMPROVEMENT
WE WILL CONTINUE TO REINFORCE:
- GOOD BEHAVIOR AND ABILITY TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
- ABILITY TO FOCUS IN A GROUP SETTING
- BASIC JIU JITSU POSITIONS AND TECHNIQUES
- BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS
This day is marked as closed. Reopen the day to edit or restore sessions.
We do not recommend anyone with less than 3 months of grappling experience attend the Open Mat. If you are a complete beginner, please reach out to enable or support your transition.
Open mat is a training session designed for you to come in and practice your skills with other students. This session has no structure; you can use them for extra rounds, drills, comp rounds, Q&A, etc. This session can be with either Gi or NOGI. Just show up and roll or practice your own things.
This session is free to members, visitors £5 and open to everyone from all gyms.
This day is marked as closed. Reopen the day to edit or restore sessions.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
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