Carlson Gracie Team Clapham Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
About Us
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or BJJ is a martial art based on grappling and ground fighting, focusing on the skill of controlling one’s opponent through techniques that force him or her to submit.
The popularity of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has been on a steady rise over the years, thanks to the growing audience of MMA and most specifically the UFC.
Carlson Gracie Team inspired by Carlson Gracie Senior who was a highly influential figure in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and is still considered to be one of the most significant individuals in the sports development, both as a competitor and as a coach at his legendary Carlson Gracie Academy (302) in Copacabana Rio.
We are excited to bring this heritage to South London to offer you the opportunity to train in this authentic Rio self-defence and fitness system. Classes are 90 minutes long and beginners are very welcome.
The DoJo is easily accessible being next to Wandsworth Road Station and is approximately a 10 minutes walk from Clapham Common Tube and Queens Town Road stations.
Vauxhall, Stockwell, Brixton, and Balham are all easily accessible as we are situated in Battersea on the borders of Lambeth and Wandsworth.
Here you will discover one of the best places to train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in London.
The Carlson Gracie Team Clapham Club
As a club, Carlson Gracie Clapham adopts a strong team spirit and an attitude of achieving and always working toward our goals, no matter what the difficulties and obstacles, something for which Carlson Gracie Team has always been famous.
"If we get knocked down 10 times we get up 11"
Whether it is for fitness, self-defense, to compete or just to train for fun, Carlson Gracie Clapham offers a warm, friendly environment to improve your fitness and your focus.
We offer you an authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy that is part of
an international team with a rich heritage
and a global network of associated Carlson Gracie Academies
where you can always turn up and train safely.
with a passion for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA, not by an odious accountant at some irksomely branded warriors academy.
Martin Foot - lead instructor of Carlson Gracie Clapham
Martin is a Black Belt under Sensei Dickie Martin. He has studied martial arts for over 35 years: 20 years of Wing Chun Kung Fu before training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for the last 15 years.
His fun but challenging approach to teaching makes BJJ both enjoyable to learn, yet also highly effective in its application.
Martin will help you become proficient in the art, whilst also developing your strength and conditioning, sense of well being, and your confidence. In time, you could even pick up a medal or two if you decide to compete for the club.
”If I see you having fun, I know you are learning”
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or BJJ is a martial art based on grappling, controlling and submitting your opponent.
The popularity of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has been on a steady rise over the years, thanks to the growing audience of MMA and most specifically the UFC..
Carlson Gracie Team is inspired by Carlson Gracie Senior who was a highly influential figure in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and is still considered to be one of the most important individuals in the sports development, both as a competitor and as a coach at his legendary Gracie Academy (302) in Copacabana Rio.
We are delighted to bring this heritage to South London to offer you the chance to train in this authentic
Rio self-defence and fitness system. Classes are 90 minutes long and beginners are absolutely welcome.
The gym space is very close to Wandsworth Road Station and is approximately a 12 minutes walk from
Clapham Common Tube and Queens Town Road stations.
Vauxhall, Stockwell, Brixton, and Balham are all very nearby as we are situated
in Battersea on the borders of Lambeth and Wandsworth.
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At our gym you will discover one of the very best places to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in London.
The Carlson Gracie Team Clapham Club
As a club, Carlson Gracie Clapham adopts a vital team spirit and a mindset of achieving
and always working toward our goals, no matter what the difficulties and obstacles are.
Something for which Carlson Gracie Team has always been famous.
"If we get knocked down 10 times we get up 11"
Whether it is for fitness, self-defence, to compete or just to train for fun, Carlson Gracie Clapham offers a warm, friendly, and encouraging environment to improve your fitness and mental health.
We can offer you the original Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy experience
which is part of an international team with a rich heritage
and a global network of associated Carlson Gracie Academies
where you can always turn up and train safely.
Run by a Carlson Gracie 3rd Degree Black Belt with 40 years experience and a Team with a deep passion for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA.
Carlson Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Martin Foot - Head coach of Carlson Gracie Clapham
Martin is a 3rd Degree Black Belt under Sensei Dickie Martin.
He has studied martial arts for 40 years: 20 years of Wing Chun Kung Fu from 1983, then transitioning to focusing on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2003.
His fun but challenging approach to teaching makes BJJ both enjoyable to learn, yet also highly effective in its application.
Martin will help you become proficient in the art, while also developing your strength and conditioning, sense of well-being, and your confidence. In time, you could even pick up a medal or two if you decide to compete for the club.
”If I see you having fun, I know you are learning”
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Clapham Class Times
Whether you're an experienced student or complete beginner, contact us below for a free class to find out why Carlson Gracie is the best club in London.
Monday
Gi
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tuesday
NoGi
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Wednesday
Gi
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Thursday
NoGi
8:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Friday
Gi
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
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Saturday
Gi
8:am - 9:am
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