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Adults grappling in a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class at The Dynamite Academy in Waterfoot, Rossendale

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Classes in Waterfoot, Rossendale

Learn grappling, control and submissions through leverage and technique in a friendly, welcoming class. Your first class is free.

Looking for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu near Rossendale? The Dynamite Academy in Waterfoot teaches Jiu-Jitsu, the grappling art of controlling and submitting an opponent through leverage and technique.

It is a fantastic workout that sharpens your mind as much as your body, and it suits complete beginners through to experienced grapplers. Your first class is free.

Why train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at The Dynamite Academy?

  • Learn to control and submit an opponent with leverage, not strength
  • A full-body workout that sharpens your mind as much as your body
  • Complete beginners through to experienced grapplers
  • Learn practical self-defence on the ground
  • Build confidence, patience and resilience
  • Train with friendly, supportive training partners
  • Adult classes are 1.5 hours and open to anyone aged 13 and over
  • We provide gear if you do not have any, so you can just turn up
  • Your first class is free

What our members say

Hear it straight from the people who train with us.

Molly Jones

Danny Collins

Our junior members

Jiu-Jitsu for beginners and experienced grapplers

Jiu-Jitsu is about technique and timing rather than size or strength. In our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes in Waterfoot you will learn how to control position, escape from bad situations and finish with submissions, step by step.

Beginners are looked after from the first minute, and experienced grapplers will always find something to work on.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu armbar drill at The Dynamite Academy

Coached by a Jiu-Jitsu black belt

Declan has spent 21 years in martial arts. He has had 31 pro MMA fights, he is a multiple-time British MMA champion and a Jiu-Jitsu black belt. Whatever you want from martial arts, he has been there, and he will keep you safe while you get where you want to go.

Meet Declan

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coaches and training partners in no-gi kit at The Dynamite Academy

What to bring to your first Jiu-Jitsu class

You do not need to overthink it. Wear shorts, bring a bottle of water and a towel, and bring your own gear if you have it. If you do not, we can provide it.

Adult classes are open to anyone aged 13 and over. Book your free class online and just turn up.

Grappling top control position during training

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class times in Waterfoot

Monday

18:30 - 20:00

Wednesday

18:30 - 20:00

Your first class is free

Try Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at The Dynamite Academy in Waterfoot, Rossendale. Wear shorts, bring water and a towel. If you do not have gear we can provide it. Just turn up.

Book your free class

Frequently asked questions

Do I need any experience to start Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

No. Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes are open to complete beginners as well as people who have trained before. Everything is built up step by step, so you can start at your own level.

Is the first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class really free?

Yes. Your first class at The Dynamite Academy is free, whichever class you choose. Book online and we will see you there.

What should I wear and bring to my first class?

Wear shorts, and bring a bottle of water and a towel. If you have your own gear, bring it. If you do not, we can provide it.

How old do you have to be to join the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class?

Our adult classes are open to anyone aged 13 and over. We also run separate kids classes for ages 5 to 12 (juniors) and 11 to 16 (youths).

How long is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class?

Adult classes run for 1.5 hours.

How much do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes cost?

Adult classes are £10 per class pay as you go, £50 a month for two classes a week, or £65 a month for four classes a week.

Am I fit enough to start?

You do not need to be fit to start. Come as you are and your fitness will build as you train. Every session is run at a pace you can work with.

Where are your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes in Rossendale?

We train at Union Mill, Waterfoot, Rossendale, BB4 7JJ. Call us on 07526 783252 if you would like help finding us.

What is the difference between Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA?

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a grappling art focused on controlling and submitting an opponent. MMA combines striking and grappling in one class. We teach both, so you can choose what suits you.

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