# Checkmat Aalborg

> Aalborg, Denmark | #<Affiliation:0x00006323feea4d88>

## Overview

**Name:** Checkmat Aalborg

**Affiliation:** #<Affiliation:0x00006323feea4d88>

**Description:** 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.

**Status:** Active

## Contact Information

**Address:**
Skydebanevej 1
Aalborg 9000, Denmark

**Phone:** 98 16 26 29

**Email:** asjkkurser@gmail.com

**Website:** https://AalborgSelvforsvar.dk

**Social Media:**
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/331765388/aalborg-selvforsvar-jujitsu-klub/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aalborgselvforsvar/

## Hours of Operation

- Monday: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 4:15 PM - 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Thursday: 4:15 PM - 8:00 PM
- Friday: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Sunday: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
## Instructors


### Asger

**Role:** Instructor


### Camilla

**Role:** Instructor


### Emil

**Role:** Instructor


### Jeppe

**Role:** Instructor


### Kim

**Role:** Instructor


### Malte

**Role:** Instructor


### Nicolai

**Role:** Instructor


### Sigurd

**Role:** Instructor


### Thorbjørn

**Role:** Instructor


## Programs

### Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Traditional BJJ training in the gi, focusing on grips, guards, and submissions

**Classes:**

### No-Gi Grappling

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Submission grappling without the gi, similar to MMA training

**Classes:**

### BJJ Fundamentals

**Skill Level:** Beginner

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** 10-week beginner course covering core BJJ techniques and concepts

**Classes:**

### Kids BJJ

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** kids

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for children ages 5-9

**Classes:**

### No-Gi Advanced

**Skill Level:** Intermediate

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Advanced no-gi training for students with at least 6 months experience

**Classes:**

### Open Mat

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** all_ages

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Free training session for all skill levels

**Classes:**



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**Last Updated:** March 03, 2026

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