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Bars Checkmat

10904 Main St, El Monte, OK 91731

Everyone has different reasons why they want to start training. At our school we realize the importance of addressing those reasons. When you come in, we will spend time with you and discuss your goals. Whether your goals involve learning to defend yourself, physical fitness, or competing at the highest level we will strive to help you meet or exceed them.

Carpio Jiu-Jitsu

5474 Del Amo Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90808

Carpio Jiu Jitsu is a Checkmat affiliate in Long Beach, California, offering comprehensive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training for all ages and skill levels. The academy focuses on the learning process rather than external rewards such as medals or belts, emphasizing comprehension and continuous improvement. Their philosophy is straightforward: "Learn. Stay Curious. Enjoy the Process. Master your Craft." The gym's mission is to share the countless benefits of jiu jitsu with the community. Through structured programs, students develop not only physical fitness and proven self-defense skills, but also increased confidence, resilience, and problem-solving abilities. The academy provides a training environment that creates an immersive learning experience through an all-inclusive, direct approach to teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Professor Gustavo Carpio, the head instructor, began training in October 1998 in Lima, Peru under Professor Jorge Balarin. He later trained under Professor Sergio Correa "Marra" who awarded him his purple belt, brown belt, and black belt. As a competitor, Professor Gustavo achieved gold at the American Nationals at purple belt, and earned bronze medals at the Pan Americans as both a purple and brown belt. His most notable achievement was a bronze medal at the 2008 World Championship as a brown belt. After working in psychology, he moved to the United States in 2009 to teach and compete in jiu jitsu full time. From 2004 to 2009, he taught and trained at Sniper Gym in Lima, Peru.

Gi & No-Gi
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
GC
Gustavo Carpio
black

CheckMat United BJJ Hawaii

1000 Kamehameha Hwy (inside 24-hour Fitness), Pearl City, HI 96797

Checkmat / Antdawgs MMA

Livingston, TX 77351

We are a mixed martial arts training center with something for everyone in the family. AntDawg's MMA Training Center has been working with the Gilroy community for 12yrs and counting! We pride on helping men women and children of all ages and experience levels build their confidence, strength, and technique through our martial arts and fitness programs! If you’re curious about what makes our Martial Arts classes so great, talk with us today! We would love to tell you what makes AntDawg's MMA Training Center the best in all of Gilroy. Just fill out the form on your screen and a member of our team will reach out to you shortly!

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Checkmat 808

94-216 Farrington Hwy a 101, Waipahu, HI 96797

Checkmat A-Team Westminster

6330 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683

Checkmat BTX

1393 E Alton Gloor Blvd Suite 5, Brownsville, TX 78526

The lessons you will learn are tried and true jiu-Jitsu. The knowledge you will learn has been passed down from high level black belts throughout the world, that have gravitated towards the Checkmat flag. This sport is competitive and intriguing. A constant puzzle forcing the player to think moves ahead. The essence of Checkmat is individuality with a flair; learn and develop your own game. This particular martial art will develop your cardio, functional strength, and will serve as a fun practical way to lose weight.

Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat Buena Park

9209 Valley View St, Cypress, CA 90630

Checkmat Charleston

730 Coleman Blvd Suite A, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat Charlotte

3415 Westinghouse Blvd Suite 10, Charlotte, NC 28273
Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat Charybdis BJJ - Sun Praire

3140 Edmonton Dr, Sun Prairie, WI 53590

Checkmat Clearwater

1710 N Hercules Ave Unit 105, Clearwater, FL 33764

Checkmat Columbia

1330 Knox Abbott Dr, Cayce, SC 29033

Checkmat Connect

13228 Paramount Blvd, South Gate, CA 90280

Checkmat Corona BJJ

211 Dupont St unit 101, Corona, CA 92879

Checkmat El Monte

10904 Main St, El Monte, CA 91731

Checkmat Emeryville

Emeryville, CA

Checkmat Exeter

221 S F Street, Exeter, NH 93221

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a form of martial art that revolves around grappling and ground fighting. Checkmat Exeter trains competitors and non-competitors alike in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. We hold classes ranging in all levels from beginners to advanced. We welcome those students who wish to be mentored to compete as well as those wanting to focus on personal development and health.

Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat Exodus Jiu-Jitsu

3045 W Agua Fria Fwy, Phoenix, AZ 85027

Checkmat Fallbrook

205 N Main Ave, Fallbrook, CA 61759

Elite Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training for students of all ages. Learn skills, gain confidence, and get fit.

Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat FightZone Tennessee

833 Memorial Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Checkmat French Valley

29990 Hunter Rd, Winchester, CA 92563

Checkmat Fresno

1835 E Dakota Ave, Fresno, CA 93706
Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat Frisco - Warrior Martial Arts Academy

2833 Eldorado Pkwy, Little Elm, TX 75068

Checkmat Gridley

1788 Ca-99, Gridley, CA 95948

Checkmat Gulf Breeze

3106 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563

Checkmat Harvey/Science of Jiu-Jitsu

1821 Commercial Dr, Harvey, LA 70058

Checkmat Hybrid Jiu-Jitsu

7925 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89117

Checkmat Kihei

310 Ohukai Rd, Kihei, HI 96753

Checkmat Knoxville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

4638 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914, Knoxville, TN 37914

Checkmat Knoxville is a premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Knoxville, Tennessee, proudly affiliated with the legendary Checkmat organization founded by Leo Vieira in 2008. As part of a global network known for producing world champions, Checkmat Knoxville upholds the highest standards of technical excellence and competitive success in BJJ training. The academy was founded by Professor Kevin James Gonzalez (known as "Professor KJ"), a 3rd Degree Black Belt with over 20 years of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Professor KJ is a BJJ No-Gi Absolute World Champion who opened Checkmat Knoxville to share his passion for Jiu-Jitsu with the community. He credits BJJ with saving his life and is dedicated to helping others through martial arts training. The academy's mission is to serve the local and global jiu-jitsu community by helping people grow stronger in body, mind, and character. Checkmat Knoxville offers a comprehensive curriculum proven to teach thousands of students worldwide. The academy provides programs for all ages and skill levels, including Kids BJJ (ages 5-12), Teens BJJ (ages 13-17), Adult BJJ (18+), Master BJJ (50+), Women's Self-Defense, MMA classes, Competition Training, Law Enforcement Tactics, and Aerobics. The coaching staff brings experience, patience, and enthusiasm to every class, creating a welcoming family-friendly environment where students can pursue greatness whether for competition, physical health, self-defense, or personal development. The academy emphasizes respect, confidence, discipline, wellness, longevity, nutrition, and community character building.

HEAD INSTRUCTOR
KJ
Kevin James Gonzalez
black

Checkmat Kona

Kona, NC 96740

Checkmat Lake County BJJ

108 Terrace Dr, Mundelein, IL 60060

Checkmat Lake Zurich Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

575 N Rand Rd, Lake Zurich, IL 60047

Checkmat LunaJitsu

1835 E. Dakota Ave. Fresno, CA 93726, Fresno, TX 93726

Checkmat Fresno, led by head instructor Professor Matheus Luna, is an official affiliate of the world-renowned Checkmat team. Founded by Leonardo Vieira, Checkmat is one of the most successful Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teams globally, producing numerous world champions and maintaining over 200 affiliates worldwide. Professor José Matheus Macedo de Lira Luna is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt under Ricardo Feliciano (Pantcho) and Lucas Leite of Checkmat. His lineage traces back through the legendary Gracie family: Carlos Gracie > Helio Gracie > Rolls Gracie > Romero Cavalcanti > Leonardo Vieira > Lucas Leite / Ricardo Feliciano. This prestigious lineage ensures students receive authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction rooted in traditional techniques while incorporating modern competition strategies. The gym offers comprehensive programs for all ages and skill levels. For children, the Kids Fundamentals program introduces young students to BJJ through fun, fast-paced games and interactive drills, focusing on discipline, coordination, and basic movements. The Kids Advanced program is designed for intermediate and advanced young competitors, covering in-depth concepts and competition-focused training. Adult programs include Fundamentals classes for beginners and those seeking to strengthen their foundation, and Advanced classes for blue belts and above featuring extensive sparring, modern techniques, and competition preparation. All programs offer both gi and no-gi training, providing well-rounded grappling education.

Gi & No-Gi
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
JM
José Matheus Macedo de Lira Luna
black

Checkmat Lute

1605 N Capitol Ave, San Jose, CA 95132

Checkmat Lynchburg

18805 Forest Road, Suite B, Lynchburg, VA 24502

Checkmat Menifee

27701 Scott Rd Blue D Suite 102, Menifee, CA 92584

Checkmat Millenia MMA

5475 Philadelphia St unit g, Chino, CA 91710

Checkmat Minneapolis

2828 Anthony Lane South, Minneapolis, MN 55418

The Cellar Gym has become one of the premier martial arts gyms in the country. From our humble beginnings in the basement of a laundromat to one of the largest facilities in the Midwest, The Cellar Gym has been built from a mantra of continuous improvement. Family owned by Ben and Katie Locken, The Cellar Gym offers a variety of martial arts classes for adults and youth. Our adult programs include Fitness Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Youth classes include Kids BJJ and Kids Muay Thai broken into three age groups: Pre-school martial arts for 4-5 years old, Kids martial arts for 6-9 years old, and Teen martial arts for 10-15 years old. Our mission is to help our members discover and realize their full potential. For some members this may mean shedding extra pounds and beginning a healthy lifestyle; other members may have the dream of competing professionally on the biggest stages in the world; and still others want to learn a skill that challenges them mentally & physically while giving them the confidence they need to defend themselves if faced with a dangerous situation. In addition to offering incredible classes, The Cellar Gym prides itself in offering a fantastic member experience that no other gym in the area can match. Our coaches care deeply about helping you reach your goals and whether you are a first-day beginner or professional fighter, we are confident that you will feel at home at The Cellar Gym.

Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat Moreno Valley

22420 Cactus Ave, Moreno Valley, CA 92553

Checkmat Neezam Anaheim

1142 N Brookhurst St, Ste 106, Anaheim, CA 92801, Anaheim, CA

Neezam Jiu Jitsu, also known as Checkmat Anaheim, is a premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Anaheim, California. "Neezam" means discipline, and this principle guides everything they do at the school. As an official Checkmat affiliate, they are part of an international competition team founded in 2008 by master Leo Vieira, with affiliate academies in 34 American cities and 16 countries worldwide. The gym creates a welcoming community for like-minded individuals who want to learn martial arts, stay fit, and enjoy the journey of self-improvement. At Neezam, the training philosophy emphasizes developing well-rounded practitioners who excel not just on the mats but in all aspects of life. The program is designed to help students master self-discipline, build self-confidence, develop effective self-defense skills, and achieve their fitness goals through engaging training methods. The academy fosters an inclusive environment with no discrimination, where members of all ages and skill levels can train together and support each other's growth. The academy is led by Professor Saeed Dunkaev, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Leo Vieira, founder of the Checkmat team. Saeed is one of the main athletes of his generation in the Masters division, having been ranked #1 brown belt in both Gi and No-Gi across all divisions at IBJJF ranking. He has won multiple IBJJF World Championships and Pan American Championships in both Gi and No-Gi. His lineage traces through Mitsuyo Maeda > Carlos Gracie > Helio Gracie > Rolls Gracie > Romero Cavalcanti > Leonardo Vieira > Saeed Dunkaev. Known for his patient teaching style and world-class competition experience, Professor Saeed creates a safe and professional training environment where students develop technical skills and competitive confidence.

HEAD INSTRUCTOR
SD
Saeed Dunkaev
black

Checkmat Olympus

3934 Lake Padgett Dr, Land O Lakes, GA 31404

Whether you're a novice or you're bringing your belt with you, Olympus Jiu Jitsu Academy is here to help you succeed. We will provide you with hands-on coaching, inspirational mentors, and the earnest accountability you need to achieve amazing things every step of the way. Located in Land O' Lakes, we harbor a dedicated passion for Martial Arts and will train you to become an expert. Olympus Jiu Jitsu Academy is about you. It's about accomplishing your goals and providing you with an incredibly supportive community where you can pursue fitness, train hard, and dream big. From traditional wrestling to Gi and no-Gi jiu jitsu, we are your home for all things martial arts. Begin your journey today.

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Checkmat Orlando

403 S Kirkman Rd. Suite C, Orlando, FL 32811

Checkmat Orlando Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a friendly martial arts school devoted to building better humans. We are rooted in teamwork while instilling a healthy competitive spirit. When you step onto our mat, you are not just learning self-defense and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu; you are also learning real-life skills that help you succeed, including discipline, leadership, and perseverance. Join Checkmat Orlando Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Orlando, Florida, to reach your true potential today!

Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat Oroville

Oroville, CA 95965

Checkmat Pensacola-Virtus Academy

3 W 9 Mile Rd, Pensacola, FL 32534

Checkmat Pocatello

777 Yellowstone Ave, Pocatello, ID 83201

Checkmat Portland

450 NW 257th Way #354, Portland, OR 97030

Checkmat Portland offers authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and No-Gi Grappling for kids, teens, and adults. We now also offer Kickboxing for teens and adults! Whether you’re a beginner stepping onto the mat for the first time or an experienced competitor, our expert instructors will guide you every step of the way in a fun, safe, clean, and welcoming environment. We believe Jiu-Jitsu and Kickboxing offer more than just physical training—they build confidence, discipline, and mental strength that carry over into everyday life. Our mission is to positively impact your life through character-building and leadership, helping you grow both on and off the mat. We’re the BEST in the area for real, high-quality training—there’s no comparison. Come see for yourself and join the team today!

Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat Pure BJJ

6017 N Northwest Hwy, Chicago, IL 60631

Checkmat Riverside

1735 Spruce St, Riverside, CA 92507

Checkmat Riverview

11106 US Highway 41 South, Gibsonton, FL 33578

Checkmat Riverview is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu School for Adults & Kids ran by Professor Mauricio Carra

Checkmat Santa Rosa

2122 Corby Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95407

Experience training that strengthens your body, sharpens your mind, and brings genuine enjoyment to every session. Jiu‑Jitsu offers a powerful path to personal growth—building confidence, reducing stress, and creating a sense of progress that feels exciting and deeply rewarding. Every class leaves you energized, focused, and eager for more. Learn practical grappling techniques and gain confidence in your ability to control and submit opponents. Our classes are welcoming to all ages and fitness levels.

Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat South Minneapolis

1362 Lasalle Ave, Minneapolis, TX 78102

Checkmat South Texas

1000 E Center Ave Suite B, Lubbock, TX 78577

Checkmat Temecula

27315 Jefferson Ave, Temecula, CA 92590

Checkmat The Base Longview

1104 Hemlock St, Longview, WA 98632

Checkmat The Cellar Gym

2480 Fairview Ave N, Roseville, MN 55113

Checkmat V1sion BJJ

25612 Crown Valley Pkwy L-3, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

Checkmat V1SION BJJ is an authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located in Ladera Ranch, California, affiliated with the prestigious Checkmat team. The academy embodies the traditional concept of 'Vision' in martial arts, dating back over 500 years to Japan, emphasizing the importance of seeing both the fine details up close and the bigger picture. Under the leadership of Professor Marcello 'Captain' Capociama, a 3rd degree black belt from Santos, Brazil, and Coach Allan Aguilera, a dedicated brown belt since 2015, the gym provides comprehensive training for students of all ages from 4 to adult. The academy's mission is to teach and mentor each student so they gain the skills and tools needed to reach their goals and dreams, emphasizing that with vision and commitment, anything is possible. Vision 1 BJJ offers a family-oriented environment with programs ranging from M1cro Rollerz for 4-6 year olds through adult classes, all designed to promote physical wellbeing through full-body conditioning, mental wellbeing through strategic 'mental chess' on the mats, social wellbeing through strong community bonds, and practical skill building applicable to many aspects of life. The facility is known for its clean, well-maintained training spaces and welcoming atmosphere where students become family on the mats.

HEAD INSTRUCTOR
MC
Marcello Capociama
black

Checkmat Valencia

28059 Avenue Stanford, Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Brazilian jiu-jitsu is a martial art, combat sport, and a self defense system that focuses on grappling and especially ground fighting. Brazilian jiu-jitsu was formed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting (Ne-Waza) fundamentals that were taught to Luiz França and Carlos Gracie by master Mitsuyo Maeda. Brazilian jiu-jitsu eventually came to be its own art through the experimentations, practices, and adaptation from the Judo knowledge of Carlos and Hélio Gracie, who then passed their knowledge on to their extended family. BJJ promotes the concept that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend against a bigger, stronger assailant by using proper technique, leverage, and most notably, taking the fight to the ground, and then applying joint-locks and chokeholds to defeat the other person. BJJ training can be used for sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition or self-defense. Sparring (commonly referred to as “rolling”) and live drilling play a major role in training, and a premium is placed on performance, especially in competition, in relation to progress and ascension through its ranking system. Since its inception in 1882, its parent art of Judo was separated from older systems of Japanese ju-jitsu by an important difference that was passed on to Brazilian jiu-jitsu: it is not solely a martial art: it is also a sport; a method for promoting physical fitness and building character in young people; and, ultimately, a way of life.

Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat Windsor/Rafa Jiu-Jitsu

164 Johnson St, Windsor, CA 95492

Checkmat Woodland - The Base

1350 Atlantic Ave, Woodland, WA 98674

Checkmat Yorba Linda

20655 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886

DOJO by Leo Vieira

350 Main Street, Seal Beach, CA 90740

Dedicated jiu-jitsu

31045 Temecula Pkwy Ste B102, Temecula, CA 92592

Electric Jiu Jitsu

4972 Warner Ave #103, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Electric North Jiu-Jitsu

3910 127th DR NE, Lake Stevens, WA 98258

Electric North Jiu Jitsu is a veteran-owned martial arts academy specializing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, founded in 2015 by Greg Anderson in Lake Stevens, Washington. The academy is Checkmat affiliated under renowned instructors Leo Vieira and Joao Assis, maintaining the highest standards of BJJ instruction and competition excellence. ENJJ offers training programs ranging from complete novice practitioners to elite competitors, including dedicated programs for adults and children as young as 6 years old. The academy's curriculum offers comprehensive instruction followed by high-intensity application that closely simulates real-world scenarios. Whether you're seeking self-defense capabilities or competitive excellence, ENJJ provides structured training rooted in discipline, hard work, and respect. The team follows Professor Joao Assis's approach to Jiu Jitsu, building strong foundations while maintaining an intense work ethic and strong sense of camaraderie. Head instructor Greg Anderson is a black belt who received his rank from World Champion Joao Assis in 2014 after more than 10 years of dedicated training. With 20+ years of Special Operations and Law Enforcement experience, Greg brings real-world application to his teaching. He's joined by brown belts Wil Ngotel (Competition & Youth Coach, training since 2012) and Tyler Stanaway (Youth & Kids Coach), both integral parts of the academy's coaching staff. The team welcomes new training partners with open arms who share their vision of becoming part of a community that values camaraderie, hard work, and a never-quit mentality.

Gi & No-Gi Morning and Evening Classes
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
GA
Greg Anderson
black

FightZone TN -

627 Patterson Ave suit c, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Three Brothers Jiu Jitsu

2800 Deaton St Ste 200, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Gi & No-Gi

Wolf Den MMA- Checkmat Orange

2906 MacArthur Dr, Orange, TX 77630

United Kingdom

25 gyms

Checkmat Alchemy Martial Arts

Whitehall Rd, Ramsgate CT12 6BU

Checkmat Bristol

Ambition House, 2 stiles Acres, Lawerence Weston, Avonmouth BS11 0PZ

Checkmat Elements Martial Arts Brighton

St James's St, Kemptown BN2 1RG

Checkmat Fightworx Academy

5-7 Market St, Torquay TQ1 3AA

Checkmat Fightzone London

16-22 Pritchards Road, London E2 9AP

Fightzone London is a team of 40 coaches and staff from all different backgrounds who share the same goal: to make Martial Arts accessible to everyone! We work closely with the local council and schools to offer free lessons and programs to those with less access to sports and recreation.

Checkmat Force Submission BJJ & MMA Academy

London Rd, Baldock SG7 6NG

Checkmat Fordes Gym

175 High St, St Mary Cray BR5 4AX

Checkmat GrappleZone

91 Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7HW

Checkmat MSK-Eastbourne

46 Brampton Rd, Eastbourne BN22 9BN

Checkmat North Wales

Unit 3, Deeside enterprise centre, Rowley’s drive, Deeside CH5 1PU

Checkmat OceanBJJ Plymouth

349 Faraday Rd, Cattedown

Checkmat Oxford

Shopping Centre 21, Templars Square, Oxford OX4 3UZ

Brazillian Jiu Jitsu is a progressive combat sport and martial art. With deep roots originating in Japanese Judo/Kano jiujitsu, it offers an effective system of self-defence, as well as personal and physical development.

Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat SWBJJ

Station Rd, Cowfold RH13 8DE

Checkmat Surrey

Europe House, Bancroft Road, Reigate TN39 4AG

Checkmat Surrey - Memento Mori BJJ

33 Bell St, Reigate RH2 GU27 3DH

Checkmat Sussex

Sussex Road, Priestley Way NR32 4HG

Checkmat Swale BJJ - UK

5 High St, Sittingbourne ME10 4AY

Checkmat Team FSG

552 Kingsland Road, London E8 4AH

If you're searching for a place to improve or learn martial art, then you can stop looking already at London Grappling School, located at renowned Bodybuilder Gym, Kings Gym Dalston on second floor, one minute walking from Dalston Junction Overground and three minutes walking from Dalston Kingsland Overground stations, easy access. We offer various martial arts classes provided by experienced coaches, most being successful athletes themselves. Based in Dalston, we specialise in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Submission Grappling, MMA, Boxing, Self Defense and many more coming. We are a Checkmat Brazilian Jiu Jitsu affiliate, one of the most renowned Jiu Jitsu team of the world. CHECKMAT was founded in 2008 with a passion to create a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu team that is rooted in family, positivity and excellence. Today, it is still that same passion that has spread to all parts of the world through our over 200+ schools. We are proud to have built a genuine and supportive worldwide community of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners. Checkmat is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu World Champions. We are Family. Our classes is for women, kids, men, and anyone who wants to learn martial arts. No matter if you're looking for self-confidence or if you're training for a competition, we'll provide you with the best training possible at your skill level. Get in touch with us today through our contact form to learn more about our classes and receive a quote today.

Checkmat Three Point Martial Arts

9 Shrub Hill, Worcester WR4 9EL

Checkmat Wrexham

Unit J, Wrexham LL14 1TG

Commando Temple BJJ

16 Resolution Way, London SE8 3PH

This isn’t just a gym – it’s a place where people come to change. Becoming stronger here will strengthen you as a person. Through structured strength training, muay thai, judo, callisthenics, fitness and other focused coaching, we help to build a more disciplined, resilient and capable you. You’re not just lifting weights or learning to fight. You’re developing the mental toughness to show up when life gets hard. The confidence that no one else can give you. The clarity to make decisions under pressure and avoid burnout. And the courage to raise your standards – in the gym, and in life.

Gi & No-Gi

Elements BJJ Brighton

21-21 St James’s Gardens St James’s St, Brighton BN2 1RZ

Established in 2012, Elements Martial Arts has grown to become one of the foremost martial arts academies in Sussex, nurturing international competition success at every level while focusing on helping every person who walks through the doors achieve and exceed their goals. Part of the CheckMat international team via affiliation with Marco Canha's Fight Zone in London, Elements has built a reputation as one of the most successful martial arts schools in Sussex, producing National, Continental, and World Champions. The academy specializes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi Grappling, Mixed Martial Arts, Kickboxing, Freestyle & Submission Wrestling, and offers personal training with a well-equipped lifting and cardio zone. Based in the centre of Brighton, the club is easily accessible by public transport with parking nearby. Elements offers specially designed programs ranging from complete beginners to advanced students, self-defense classes, and comprehensive kids programs starting from age 5. Led by head coach Yousuf Nabi (3rd degree BJJ Black Belt) with 19 years competitive grappling experience and 17 years teaching experience, the coaching team includes multiple black belts and championship competitors. Yousuf ranks as the #1 overall Black Belt athlete under UKBJJA 2017, is a 4x British Open Gold medalist, Polaris Pro veteran, and active competitor since 2005 with an extensive competition record including European and World Championship medals. The team philosophy emphasizes inclusivity and community: "we all are one."

Morning Classes
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
YN
Yousuf Nabi
black

Scooby Jiu Jitsu Academy

Unit 1c Back Reads Road, Blackpool FY1 4DE

Sheppey Fight Academy

Railway Rd, Sheerness ME12 1PX

The Gauntlet Fight Academy

1a Rear Of Heaven Green, London W5 2UU

The Gauntlet Fight Academy started life as a few mats in a tiny ballet studio in West Ealing, a few nights a week, with 3 white belt students and 1 passionate coach with a dream , Neto Nunes. Fast Forward 10 years, and a few gyms later, we are an established family run business with the biggest mat space in West London and a reputation to match. Meet our fantastic team of professional staff and coaches ranging from Pro Fighters, Ex Olympic Wrestlers, Seasoned Sensei's and National Champions, teaching 7 different martial arts disciplines every day of the week.

Morning and Evening Classes
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
NN
Neto Nunes
black

France

5 gyms

CheckMat Life Academy / Bordeaux

3 Rue Edouard Faure, Bordeaux 33300

Checkmat BJJ Holics

47 Rue De L'ancienne École Normale D'instituteurs, Ajl, Limoges 87000

Checkmat Life Academy Dijon

5a Rue Joseph Jacquard, Chenôve 21300

Checkmat Samouraï Team Réunion

5 Rue des Tuit Tuits, La Possession 97419

Esprit Vif

Salles Sportives Larbi Benboudaoud, 1 Rue Léo Lagrange, 93440 Dugny, Dugny 93440

Esprit Vif 93 is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy based in Dugny, France, affiliated with the prestigious Checkmat team founded by the Vieira brothers. The association was created following the 2005 riots as a positive community initiative, bringing world-class BJJ training to the Seine-Saint-Denis area. Led by head instructor Yacine Rahmani, a third-degree black belt under Ricardo Vieira and the official Checkmat representative in France, Esprit Vif 93 has established itself as one of the premier BJJ academies in the Paris region. Yacine is a highly accomplished competitor with three world championship titles and numerous IBJJF medals, including European Championship gold in 2011 and World Championship victories. The academy offers comprehensive BJJ programs for both children (ages 4-14) and adults, with classes focused on fundamental techniques, competition training, and physical fitness. Training takes place at the Salles Sportives Larbi Benboudaoud, providing students with a dedicated space to develop their grappling skills in both gi and no-gi disciplines. The club also offers a specialized cardio training program (Remise en forme 2.0) for fitness enthusiasts.

Morning and Evening Classes
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
YR
Yacine Rahmani
black

Spain

4 gyms

Checkmat Fight Zone Costa Blanca

Calle Cuesta Blanca, La Nucia 03668

What started as an idea between two good friends: Marco Canha and James Roach along with the combination of their passion for Jiu Jitsu and their friendship. Their work has set the tone for one of the most fruitful martial arts gyms in the world: FightZone London. Established in 2012 in the heart of East London. FightZone was built with the same underlying feeling of friendship and passion for martial arts, and it is being passed on to our coaches and students. In essence, it is the key to the success of this academy. Strengthened by a team of highly qualified instructors, FightZone has spared no effort to continually invest in our facilities. With each passing year, we have improved our facilities, our staff, added more classes and added all the additional pieces a student needs to advance in combat sports. In addition, the gym has been upgraded to include an area designed for strength and conditioning training. The synergy between all these parts has given us more than we could have imagined when we started. Since we opened in 2012, we have had thousands of happy students ranging from investment bankers to bricklayers, from retirees to toddlers, from fitness fanatics to MMA enthusiasts, from people who have no interest in participating in a competitive arena to European and world champions, all of whom are important pieces of the versatile puzzle that is FightZone London. Now, transmitting our work, experience and dedication in a wonderful space in the Mediterranean, in which we are sure we will build step by step a replica of what until today is the best martial arts gym in Europe and UK. If you are interested in starting your martial arts journey or are an experienced athlete looking to expand your skills, this is your new home. Europe's busiest martial arts program, with a wide range of student levels, internationally renowned coaches and a family-friendly environment. Welcome to FightZone CostaBlanca

Gi & No-Gi

Checkmat Figthzone Costablanca

Carrer Uruguay, Alicante 08304

Checkmat Miranda de Ebro BJJ

Camino Fuente Basilio, Burgos 09200

Checkmat-New Era XXi

Aratz Kalea, Muros de Nalón 01006

Denmark

2 gyms

Checkmat Aalborg

Skydebanevej 1, Aalborg 9000

Checkmat Aalborg is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located in Aalborg, Denmark, offering training for both gi and no-gi grappling. The gym is part of the prestigious CheckMat team, one of the world's leading BJJ organizations known for producing 15-time world champions. CheckMat is led by brothers Leonardo "Leozinho" Vieira and Ricardo "Ricardinho" Vieira, renowned figures in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community. The academy emphasizes a training philosophy focused on ground fighting using grips and joint locks rather than strikes. Training takes place in an informal atmosphere where beginners train alongside experienced practitioners, creating a collaborative learning environment. What makes BJJ unique at Checkmat Aalborg is the ability to spar at full intensity during every training session, made possible by the absence of strikes and kicks. This allows students to develop practical grappling skills safely and effectively. The instructional team includes Camilla, Jeppe, Kim, Nicolai, Asger, Emil, Thorbjørn, Sigurd, and Malte. The academy offers programs for various ages and skill levels, including kids classes for ages 5-9, fundamentals courses, no-gi basics, and advanced training for experienced grapplers. Training is available six days per week with open mat sessions on weekends, catering to those training for recreation, fitness, skill development, or competition preparation.

Morning and Evening Classes
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
C
Camilla

Checkmat Copenhagen

Hvidkildevej 64, Copenhagen Nv 2400

Arte Suave is one of the first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu clubs in Denmark, founded in 2002 by Shimon Mochizuki. The club began after Shimon and a training partner had been traveling to Malmö weekly to train BJJ with MMA Alliance, as there were no BJJ clubs in Denmark at that time. Peter Blackwell from MMA Alliance helped establish the first BJJ club in Copenhagen, starting in a basement near Vanløse station. Since then, the club has been located in Østerbro, Nørrebro, and has been in NordVest (Northwest Copenhagen) since May 2009. Arte Suave has developed into one of the best BJJ clubs in Europe and is part of the CheckMat organization, one of the world's leading BJJ teams led by Leonardo "Leozinho" Vieira and his brother Ricardo Vieira. CheckMat instructors visit the club several times a year to teach seminars. The gym maintains high standards by regularly hosting visiting instructors for seminars and training camps. Arte Suave is the only club in Denmark with world champions and European champions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The gym has over 5 European champions and over 6 world champions, and has competed at ADCC (the world championship in submission wrestling) three times as the only Danish club to do so. The club has consistently ranked in the top 3 at major Scandinavian tournaments including Swedish Open BJJ, Scandinavian Open, Danish Open BJJ, and Gameness. Head instructor Shimon Mochizuki leads the program with a focus on competition excellence and technical mastery.

Morning and Evening Classes
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
SM
Shimon Mochizuki
black

Norway

1 gym

Checkmat Eidsvoll

Trondheimsvegen 266/268, Råholt, Råholt 2080

Rambukk Kampsportsenter is a martial arts center located in Råholt, Norway, offering a comprehensive range of combat sports and fitness programs for all ages. Founded by Audun Martinsen and Arnfinn Martinsen, Rambukk provides a welcoming environment where members can develop their skills through quality instruction and a strong community spirit. The gym specializes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a Checkmat affiliate under Ricardo and Leo Vieira. Head instructor Audun Martinsen holds a first-degree black belt under Rico Vieira and has been training actively since 2010. He has achieved multiple international competition successes, including two IBJJF Master European Championship gold medals and two silver medals. Audun also brings extensive experience in self-defense and arrest techniques from his time as a police instructor. In addition to BJJ, the gym offers high-quality Muay Thai instruction led by Frank Hofstetter, a Swedish champion and World Championship medalist who has been training since 1995 and brings years of experience training in Thailand. Rambukk offers diverse training programs including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (gi and no-gi), Muay Thai, Submission Wrestling, CrossTraining (functional fitness), and Yoga (Vinyasa and flexibility-focused). The gym caters to all age groups with specialized kids programs (BJJ Kids, Thai Kids, and Ninjaskolen for ages 4-6), youth programs (ages 14-19), and adult classes ranging from beginner to competition level. The training philosophy emphasizes athletic development combined with discipline, technical quality, and a supportive community atmosphere.

Gi & No-Gi Morning and Evening Classes
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
AM
Audun Martinsen
black

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