The gym prides itself on maintaining high standards of cleanliness and quality facilities, including 40mm pro mats installed on a sprung floor for extra protection and comfort, two spacious changing rooms, electric showers, and an 8-person infrared sauna available to all members. The training space provides excellent insulation for year-round comfortable training.
Led by head coach Giles Garcia (1st degree black belt under Christian Graugart of BJJ Globetrotters, with blessings from the council of travelling black belts), Ronin Grappling offers classes for adults of all levels focusing on both Gi and No-Gi training. The coaching team includes multiple black belts: Richard Wood (experienced in Kimuras and Ezekiel chokes), Scott Dickie (lapel specialist and berimbolo enthusiast, certified Yoga For BJJ instructor), Martin Uhricek (armbar specialist from all angles), Cristiana Theodoli (co-owner, top pressure and lapel techniques), and brown belts Scott Gillespie-Hamilton (armbar and back take specialist) and Chris Gregg (arm triangle specialist and standup instructor). The team also includes purple belt coach Christine Willshire who leads the women+ and non-binary class.
The academy values inclusivity, welcoming practitioners of all backgrounds and offering a dedicated weekly women+ and non-binary (trans inclusive) class. Ronin Grappling is recognized as a BJJ Globetrotters affiliate and holds traveler-friendly academy status. The gym focuses on technical development, competition training, and fostering a supportive community atmosphere. Classes require booking through their portal system to manage capacity and tailor instruction to attendee skill levels.
Glasgow, United Kingdom G73 2HZ
Head Instructor
Giles Garcia
Black Belt 1 Stripe
Facilities
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Class Schedule
Monday (3 classes)
Morning Gi
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi, suitable for all experience levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.
Lunchtime NoGi
Grappling without the gi, focusing on techniques applicable to MMA and submission grappling. Suitable for all levels.
Evening Gi
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi, suitable for all experience levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.
Tuesday (3 classes)
Morning Gi
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi, suitable for all experience levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.
NoGi Fundamentals
Grappling without the gi, focusing on techniques applicable to MMA and submission grappling. Suitable for all levels.
NoGi
Grappling without the gi, focusing on techniques applicable to MMA and submission grappling. Suitable for all levels.
Wednesday (3 classes)
Morning NoGi
Grappling without the gi, focusing on techniques applicable to MMA and submission grappling. Suitable for all levels.
Lunchtime Gi
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi, suitable for all experience levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.
Evening Gi
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi, suitable for all experience levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.
Thursday (4 classes)
Morning Gi
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi, suitable for all experience levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.
Lunchtime NoGi
Grappling without the gi, focusing on techniques applicable to MMA and submission grappling. Suitable for all levels.
Women+ Class
Dedicated weekly class for women and non-binary practitioners (trans inclusive) in a supportive environment.
NoGi
Grappling without the gi, focusing on techniques applicable to MMA and submission grappling. Suitable for all levels.
Friday (2 classes)
Lunchtime Gi
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi, suitable for all experience levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.
Competition Class
Intensive training focused on competition preparation and advanced techniques. Requires at least 3 months prior training experience.
Saturday (2 classes)
Morning Training
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi, suitable for all experience levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.
Takedown Class
Specialized standup and takedown training alternating between Gi and NoGi months.
Sunday (2 classes)
Sunday Training
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi, suitable for all experience levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.
Open Mat
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi, suitable for all experience levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners.
Drop-in
- PAYG: Pay as you go
What's Included
Payment Options
We accept all major payment methods
Giles Garcia
Richard Wood
Scott Dickie
Martin Uhricek
Cristiana Theodoli
Scott Gillespie-Hamilton
Chris Gregg
Christine Willshire
Location & Directions
Street Address
2nd Floor, 88-90 Main Street, Rutherglen, Glasgow
City, Country, ZIP
Glasgow, United Kingdom G73 2HZ