Your first step on the mats, guided by a HIGH QUALITY team.
At no cost, you can try a class at our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy in South East London, Woolwich.
Book a free trial class for kids, adults or our Women-Only programme. In South East London.
We also run a dedicated Beginners programme.
No experience needed, no pressure to join.
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OUR PROGRAMS
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JIU JITSU KIDS & TEENS
More Than Just an After-School Activity. Jiu-Jitsu builds confidence, discipline, and strong character in kids.
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ADULTS
Learn Jiu-Jitsu, NoGI Grappling in South East London in a supportive, structured environment designed to guide you from beginner to advanced training.
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Women only
A structured, women-only Jiu-Jitsu programme built to help beginners learn with confidence and progress at their own pace.
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MUAY THAI KIDS
Kids Muay Thai training designed to build confidence, coordination, and discipline in a supportive environment.
“Their attention to detail and commitment to quality truly stood out.
I’ve already recommended them to others.”
ADAM JANES - FORMER STUDENT
New to Martial Arts? Start Your Journey at Stance Jiu Jitsu Academy
At Stance Jiu Jitsu, we make it easy and welcoming for complete beginners to step onto our mats and start training.
No experience needed.
Whether you're looking to get fitter, build confidence, learn self-defence, or just try something new, you'll find a supportive, inclusive community ready to help you every step of the way.
Why Choose Stance Jiu Jitsu?
Beginner-friendly classes (no experience needed)
Safe & structured learning environment
Clean facilities with showers, male and female changing room
Kids, adults & women-only sessions
Build confidence, fitness & real self-defence skills
Located in the heart of Woolwich
7 minutes walking from Woolwich Station, Elizabeth Line.
Fastest growing gym in South East London
Built for the community.
Kids and adults train in dedicated programmes, learning from a high-quality coaching team.
More Than Just a Martial Art, A COMMUNITY.
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HOW MARTIAL ARTS CHANGED MY LIFE
Jiu Jitsu can be uncomfortable, intimidating, and stressful. But it’s exactly in those difficult moments that I grew the most
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JIU-JITSU & MENTAL HEALTH: THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE BENEFITS
From reducing anxiety and depression to building unshakeable resilience, BJJ offers something gym memberships and therapy alone cannot provide.
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TOP BENEFITS OF KIDS JIU JITSU CLASSES
It’s not just about rolling on mats it’s about building character, focus and resilience in a fun, controlled environment.
Serving South East Community
If you're looking for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Woolwich, Greenwich, or South East London, Stance Jiu Jitsu offers world-class training for beginners and experienced students. Our academy is easily accessible from Charlton, Plumstead, Greenwich, Custom House, Sidcup and Abbey Wood.