Japanese Jiu Jitsu is a martial art, with lots of striking, locking, throwing and holding techniques. Our takedown techniques are the most advanced out of all the martial arts, leading back 500 years!
Don't worry if you've never done it - we will teach you from begginner level. All you need is a t-shirt and some loose-fitting trousers, so why not try it out? We will run GIAG sessions that are free of charge, see our events section!
Carpenter Rooms, Students union, Richmond building BS8 1LN
Monday 17.00 - 19.00
Saturday 15.00 - 17.00
Please note that we only train during university term time. Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages (links below), for more up-to-date information
Membership types:
Training license: £35
Membership Cost: £4
Session cost: £4 per session or £35 for 10 Sessions
First session is free and getting the membership gets you a second session free
Don't worry about buying a membership before you come, you can buy it once you decide that we are right for you. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us (details below)
Gi Purchasing and Rentals:
You can buy a Gi from us for £30
Or you can rent one for the year for just £15
About Us
We are part of a big Jiu Jitsu organisation, and throughout the year, we have 2 National and 4+ West country regional events, with an option to compete at your level if you want to. Otherwise, you can just join us for a weekend of training with experienced instructors from all over the UK!
We have a friendly atmosphere and an exceptional social life, so whether you want something just to keep fit and make friends, or you want the opportunity to represent the University of Bristol at National Level, then our club might just be for you
Our normal training sessions are lead by our TJJF certified instructor, Eamonn Ormiston, allowing all members to get first rate coaching.
Club Captain: Emerson Suter ph19691@bristol.ac.uk
Secretary: Fionn Harman tn23755@bristol.ac.uk
Treasurer: Elliot Layton xn21047@bristol.ac.uk
Equality Officer: David Austins bz21015@bristol.ac.uk
Wellbeing Officer: Ruby Whitelam zy24096@bristol.ac.uk
Club email: uobjujitsu@gmail.com
instagram: @uobjitsu
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