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There has never been a better time to get involved in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Follow the links below and start your journey!
Join the UKBJJA
We offer membership for individuals, instructors and academies. All memberships include £5m public and member to member liability insurance
Compete
Check out our ranked events. £8000 annual prize fund for top ranked athletes. All UKBJJA ranked events meet the highest standards.
NEW! UKBJJA INTERNATIONAL OPEN competition with £20k prize fund!
TRAIN
With over 300 clubs nationwide, there is sure to be one local to you. Click here to view our interactive club finder
EDUCATION RESOURCES & TRAINING COURSES:
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The UKBJJA offers a programme of top quality tournaments and discounted courses for members.
NEW WELSH DIRECTOR
The UKBJJA elected a new Regional Director, Wales at an EGM held on Zoom on Sunday 17 January 2021.
The winning candidate was Mr Greg Creel, who will hold the position until October 2025.
The return of professional Jiu Jitsu
The UKBJJA is proud to be have played a part in ​the return of professional Jiu Jitsu to TV in the form of Polaris 13 UK Grand Prix. Shown live on UFC Fightpass
Phased return to the mats
Official statement from the UKBJJA on the UK Government’s plans to re-open indoor gyms and leisure spaces on July 25 2020
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UKBJJA Statement on Racism in Sport
The UKBJJA is determined to build an inclusive and open community for our members and the sport as a whole. We are implementing a number of steps to eliminate racism and all forms of discrimination.
CORONAVIRUS COVID-19 OFFICIAL GUIDANCE SUMMARY
UPDATED 17 May 2021 This page lists the most recent restrictions and guidelines for practising BJJ...
Covid-19 Financial and Business Support
compiled by Lesley Harrisonupdated 19 January 2021 Financial and Business Support During Covid-19...
Welsh Director Election January 2021
UPDATE 9 January 2021: BALLOTS HAVE BEEN SENT OUT - If you think you are eligible to vote and have...
Vacancy – Regional Director Wales
We are looking for a new Director to represent Wales on the Board of Directors of the UKBJJA. This...
What is BJJ?
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a performance based martial art and combat sport that was developed in Brazil in the 20th century . With roots in Judo and Japanese Jiu Jitsu it has been developed and refined into a unique grappling art.
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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is suitable for all ages, men and women, boys and girls. Whether you want to get fit, learn self defence or compete, jiu jitsu is for everyone. With a network of over 300 member clubs across the country, there has never been a better time to train BJJ.
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ABOUT THE UKBJJA...
The UKBJJA is a not-for profit organisation which aims to provide a governance structure for the martial art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, that promotes and develops the sport while allowing individual clubs and practitioners the space and freedom to practice the martial art in the way they enjoy .
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