The club offers comprehensive programs for all ages and skill levels, including dedicated beginners classes that focus on fundamental techniques in a safe and supportive environment. Head coach Joe Lennon, who developed his skills at the prestigious Roger Gracie Academy, leads the youth program which has achieved remarkable success, winning the IBJJF European Juvenile trophy and ADCC UK Championship 2024 team trophy. The coaching team also includes assistant coaches PJ (trained with John Danaher at Renzo Gracie Academy) and Ben (purple belt under Roger Gracie), ensuring high-quality instruction across all programs.
Los Banditos emphasizes No-Gi grappling practiced in athletic wear without traditional uniforms, focusing on practical self-defense, sport competition, explosive movement, and body control. The gym provides multiple daily training sessions including morning advanced classes, youth programs for ages 10-16, fundamentals classes for beginners, and open mat sessions. With a strong competition focus and a welcoming community atmosphere, Los Banditos has earned a 5.0 rating on Google Reviews and continues to produce top-level competitors while maintaining an inclusive environment for practitioners of all backgrounds.
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Class Schedule
Monday (4 classes)
Advanced No-Gi
High-level training for experienced grapplers featuring technical instruction and live rolling sessions. Multiple daily sessions available.
Youth Program
Advanced techniques with strength development for ages 10-16. Focus on discipline, respect, and mental resilience. Led by Joe Lennon, head coach of the best juvenile team in UK and Europe.
Fundamentals
Structured beginners course introducing fundamental techniques in a safe, supportive environment. Learn at your own pace with experienced instructors who focus on proper form and technique.
Advanced No-Gi
High-level training for experienced grapplers featuring technical instruction and live rolling sessions. Multiple daily sessions available.
Tuesday (4 classes)
Advanced No-Gi
High-level training for experienced grapplers featuring technical instruction and live rolling sessions. Multiple daily sessions available.
Youth Program
Advanced techniques with strength development for ages 10-16. Focus on discipline, respect, and mental resilience. Led by Joe Lennon, head coach of the best juvenile team in UK and Europe.
Fundamentals
Structured beginners course introducing fundamental techniques in a safe, supportive environment. Learn at your own pace with experienced instructors who focus on proper form and technique.
Advanced No-Gi
High-level training for experienced grapplers featuring technical instruction and live rolling sessions. Multiple daily sessions available.
Wednesday (4 classes)
Advanced No-Gi
High-level training for experienced grapplers featuring technical instruction and live rolling sessions. Multiple daily sessions available.
Youth Program
Advanced techniques with strength development for ages 10-16. Focus on discipline, respect, and mental resilience. Led by Joe Lennon, head coach of the best juvenile team in UK and Europe.
Fundamentals
Structured beginners course introducing fundamental techniques in a safe, supportive environment. Learn at your own pace with experienced instructors who focus on proper form and technique.
Advanced No-Gi
High-level training for experienced grapplers featuring technical instruction and live rolling sessions. Multiple daily sessions available.
Thursday (4 classes)
Advanced No-Gi
High-level training for experienced grapplers featuring technical instruction and live rolling sessions. Multiple daily sessions available.
Youth Program
Advanced techniques with strength development for ages 10-16. Focus on discipline, respect, and mental resilience. Led by Joe Lennon, head coach of the best juvenile team in UK and Europe.
Fundamentals
Structured beginners course introducing fundamental techniques in a safe, supportive environment. Learn at your own pace with experienced instructors who focus on proper form and technique.
Advanced No-Gi
High-level training for experienced grapplers featuring technical instruction and live rolling sessions. Multiple daily sessions available.
Friday (4 classes)
Advanced No-Gi
High-level training for experienced grapplers featuring technical instruction and live rolling sessions. Multiple daily sessions available.
Youth Program
Advanced techniques with strength development for ages 10-16. Focus on discipline, respect, and mental resilience. Led by Joe Lennon, head coach of the best juvenile team in UK and Europe.
Advanced No-Gi
High-level training for experienced grapplers featuring technical instruction and live rolling sessions. Multiple daily sessions available.
Open Mat
Free rolling and drilling session. Bring your own training partner or work with the community.
Saturday (2 classes)
Youth Program
Advanced techniques with strength development for ages 10-16. Focus on discipline, respect, and mental resilience. Led by Joe Lennon, head coach of the best juvenile team in UK and Europe.
All Levels
Open training session for all skill levels, offering a mix of technique work and rolling.
Sunday (1 class)
Open Mat
Free rolling and drilling session. Bring your own training partner or work with the community.
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Joe Lennon
Black Belt Head Instructor
Coach of the best juvenile team in the UK and Europe
Team won IBJJF European Juvenile trophy
Team won team trophy at ADCC UK Championship 2024
Silviu Nastasa
Black Belt Head Instructor
Judo black belt
BJJ black belt
Coach PJ
Brown Belt Instructor
Coach Ben
Purple Belt Instructor
Eoghan O'Flanagan
Black Belt Head Instructor