Description
First training session is FREE! Give It A Go!
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The University of Bristol Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club is a UKBJJA certified society aiming to allow any students who wish to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at any experience level.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (also called BJJ) is a challenging but rewarding submission grappling martial art focusing on the control and positional dominance of an opponent, leading to one of many joint locks and chokeholds. It is the sister sport to Judo, and the cousin of Wrestling. It is a key component of the modern mixed martial arts and a deep and engaging sport in its own right. The ability to practice a full-body activity at a level of physical intensity that is up to the athlete's discretion makes it an excellent way to stay in shape and gain a host of athletic qualities.
We are hoping to offer more opportunities for competitions this year, travelling locally to both university level and open tournemants. As well as hosting our very own again this year in the second term. We also hosted several seminars from seasoned coaches from some of the Bristol BJJ gyms and further afield. Additionally we are adding open mats to training this year. In the hopes of learning from each other, changing up intensity levels and offering a sociable environment to enjoy!
To keep track of our activities please join our Facebook group and follow our Instagram
Training times: All classes are in the Carpenter Room, 2nd Floor, Richmond Building
- Wednesday 11:00 - 13:00 with Maximillian Armstrong - £3
- Friday 9:00-11:00 with Emilia Jastrzebska -£3
- Sunday 18:00-20:00 with Charles Sission - £3
- Plus free open mats, which can be booked on request
^The first session is free, but afterwards we ask that you purchase our annual membership for £5 which helps cover insurance.
If you have difficulties in paying the membership, session tickets or any other club expense, you may be eligible to apply for the SU hardship fund which can cover these costs. Applications for this fund are open periodically. Please apply here.
Recommended Clothing/Kit:
- The optimal kit is a rashguard and spats, shorts or leggings. However, any kind of T-shirt will work.
- Whilst not mandatory we do reccomend a gum shield for added safety
- Tied back hair, and no jewellery whilst sparring.
- Sliders, flip flops or slippers are also handy for leaving the mats and keeping them clean.
- Water, you will work up a sweat so please stay hydrated.
- A basic level of hygeine and trimmed nails for hands and feet are also considerate for your sparring partners.
Club Rashguards, that are beautifully modelled by some of the above members, can be bought here
2023/24 Committee:
President: James Pentland
Vice President: Emanuele Pulvirenti
Treasurer: Johann Kasselman
General Secretary: Callum Sherwood
Social Secretary: Grace McIntosh
Diversity & Equality Officer: George Walker
Any Questions can be asked via our Instagram or Emailling us individually :)
Terms and conditions
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Membership Fee Inclusions
Prior to signing up to a Club or Society speak to the Committee to find out what your membership includes and if there are any further expenses throughout the year.
Service Standards
All Club or Society members can expect to receive:
- The opportunity to attend regular meetings, events, activities, trips and socials as arranged.
- The opportunity to stand for a committee position or vote in their elections (Bristol students only).
- For Sports Club – to attend regular training sessions and have the opportunity to be selected for the teams.
Code of Conduct
When joining a club or society you are agreeing to abide by the constitution, general rules, regulations and policies of University of Bristol Students’ Union and also the Club or Society Code of Conduct which sets out the level of behaviour & discipline expected of all Club & Society members.
Refund Policy
Any customer who pays for a membership subscription to a Bristol SU Society, Sports Club, Student Media and initiatives has a 14 day cooling off period from the time and date of purchase during which they have the right to cancel the subscription and receive a full refund. If you do decide to cancel within the 14 days, Bristol SU will refund your payment within a further 30 days of the cancellation. To request a refund please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk
Data sharing (Sports Club members only)
Please be aware that Bristol SU may share data relating to the members of its sports clubs with the Centre for Sport, Exercise and Health (a department of the University). This information may be used for the purposes of communicating direct with these members and/or to cross-reference against SEH's Sports Pass membership records.
As part of Bristol SU's membership of British Universities & Colleges Sports (BUCS) Bristol SU may have to share data on to its sports clubs members so BUCS can, from time to time, communicate with these members.
Data sharing (Societies members only)
If you're joining one of the societies listed below please be aware that your name and email address will be shared with Bristol Hub for the purpose of keeping you up to date with their activities through their email “The Week”:
AIESEC Bristol, AMICUS Bristol, Anti-Slavery Society, Bristol Feminists, Bristol Friends of MSF, Bristol Marrow, Bristol Social Enterprise Society, Bristol Student Action for Refugees, Bristol University Amnesty International, Conservation Group, Bristol University Oxfam Group, Bristol University Sustainability Team, Bristol Volunteers for Development Abroad, Engineers Without Borders, Howard League for Penal Reform Student Society, International Affairs Society, Medsin Bristol, Model United Nations, and Vegetarian and Vegan Society.
For more information on Bristol Hub visit: http://www.bristolhub.org.
If you do not want your details shared with the Hub please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk.
These terms shall be governed by English law and are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. Nothing in these terms shall exclude liability for fraudulent misrepresentation.
