Jiu Jitsu in Leeds is growing at a fast pace, more and more academies are now running, many of them are full-time academies. Some great competitors have come out of Leeds, showing some high-level Leeds BJJ. In this article, we go through some of the best Leeds Jiu Jitsu Academies. Jiu Jitsu in Leeds is certainly becoming a hotspot of BJJ in England.

Scramble Academy Leeds

Scramble Academy Leeds is one of the prettiest academies, not just in Leeds but in the whole of the UK. Though relatively new, it has grown quickly and moved to much larger premises with its own chic coffee shop. The academy is run by 4 coaches, including BJJ black belt Liam Cann, MMA/BJJ coach, and Fred Grenall, a BJJ European Champion in NoGi at Purple Belt. The academy offers BJJ, NoGi, and Muay Thai programs with an extensive timetable.

What is Available?

• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi & No-Gi)
• Muay Thai
• Kids Classes
• Taster Sessions

Pricing

• Pay-as-you-go and membership options

Game Fight Leeds

Game Fight BJJ Leeds is run by BJJ black belt Mabsy Alam, under Vinicius Amaral. The academy offers Gi BJJ, Submission Wrestling, and MMA classes, as well as specific beginners-focused classes. Classes are offered on weekday mornings and evenings, along with a well-attended open mat on Sundays.

What is Available?

• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi & No-Gi)
• Submission Wrestling
• MMA Classes
• Beginners Classes

Pricing

• Competitive pricing with pay-per-class options

Gracie Barra Horsforth Leeds

Gracie Barra Horsforth Leeds is run by world BJJ medalist Oliver Lovell, a Black Belt and a prominent figure in the Gracie Barra network. The academy offers a complete curriculum with a range of classes, including kids and adults, as well as a 'Barra Fit' class for fitness and weight loss.

What is Available?

• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi & No-Gi)
• Kids Classes
• Ladies-Only Classes
• Barra Fit (Fitness Class)

Pricing

• Membership options for adults and kids

Asylum Vale Tudo (AVT) Leeds

Asylum Vale Tudo (AVT) Leeds is run by UFC veteran Danny 'The Cheesecake Assassin' Mitchell, a 2nd-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The academy offers an extensive schedule with over 40 classes per week, including grappling, wrestling, MMA, boxing, Muay Thai, and more. There are also specialized Women's-only classes available.

What is Available?

• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi & No-Gi)
• Wrestling
• Boxing, Muay Thai
• Women's-only Classes
• Kids Classes

Pricing

• Pay-per-class and membership options available

Senshi BJJ Leeds

Senshi BJJ Leeds is a BJJ academy in Bramley Leeds, formerly a member of Gracie Barra and now under Gordo JJ Europe. The academy offers high-level training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with expert coaches, including Professor Ben Poppleton. They have a 150-square-foot mat area and a dedicated strength and conditioning area.

What is Available?

• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi & No-Gi)
• Kids Classes
• Strength and Conditioning Area

Pricing

• Membership and pay-per-class options available

Final Thoughts

While this list is not exhaustive, these are five of the top BJJ academies in Leeds. Keep an eye out for similar articles on the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu scene in the UK and other places around the world. Wishing you all the best out there on the mats!

- Team Progress Jiu Jitsu