Carlson Gracie London

Do you run beginners classes?

Yes we run classes for beginners on Thursdays at 6.30pm. This is an ideal introduction to BJJ concentrating on techniques and protocol with only light sparring. This class can be attended for free if it’s your first time at the club.

We run basics classes on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6.30-7.45 pm and Fridays at 7.45-9.30 pm. These classes focus on the fundamental movements and positions of BJJ and aim to provide you with a strong foundation to your BJJ. Our lunchtime BJJ classes (Monday to Thursday 12-1.30 pm) are also suitable for all levels.

As usual,beginners and White belts are welcome at ANY Carlson Gracie class but we recommend attending the beginners and basics class first.

What do I need to wear?

If you have a judo gi then that is ideal, if not then shorts and t-shirt will be fine for your first few classes.

Can I buy a Gi?

Yes, we sell a range of BJJ gi in association with www.faixarua.co.uk with prices ranging from £60 to £70.

What else should I bring?

Some water or sports drink is essential and these are available at the club.

Is there parking available?

There are parking restrictions in the daytime but free parking is available after 5pm and all day at weekends.

Is the gym in the congestion zone?

No, a couple of miles outside.

How do I get there?

We provide free indoor cycle parking facilities and a parking bay for solo motorcycles.

For public transport The location in Richford Street is very close to Goldhawk Road (Hammersmith and City Line) and bus routes 94, 237, 266 as well as Hammersmith Station (District, Piccadilly, Hammersmith and City lines) (buses 9, 10, 27, 391, 190, 211, 220, 295, 33, 72, 209, 283, 419, 485, 190, 267, 391, H91, 266 )

Richford Street is also within walking distance from Shepherd’s Bush Central Station, served by the Central Line, London Overground and Southern Railways, as well as Bus routes 72, 220, 272, 283, 295, 148, 94, 95, 237, 228, 260, 31, 49, 207, 316, 607, C1)

By car we are close to the A4 and A40 so we can be easily reached from the M3 M4 or M40.

What will happen in a class?

Most classes consist of a warm up followed by some techniques then some sparring.

What is sparring?

No kicking or punching (BJJ), students try to use the grappling techniques they have learnt against a fully resisting opponent. Students must never try and hurt each other, techniques must be applied with control and as soon as your opponent submits (taps) he must be released. In Muay Thai sparring is optional and varies from very light to full contact.

Is there a self-defence class?

All the martial arts taught at Carlson Gracie London will assist you in defending yourself. You will learn how to fight through hard training, not a three day course.

Is there a Women’s class?

Yes, we run a Women only BJJ class on Saturday mornings at 11 am taught by championship winning purple belt Sarah Merriner.

We also run a Women only Thai Boxing class on Monday at 10am with Attila Varga.

It all looks very scary, how do I start?

Just walk in and start training, everyone is friendly and helpful and we all started by just walking through the door.