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."
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Class Schedule
Wednesday (2 classes)
Mat Monkeys (Ages 5-9)
Fun and educational BJJ program for children ages 5-9, building confidence, motor skills, and self-defense
Juniors & Teens (Ages 10+)
BJJ program for older children and teenagers ages 10+, developing skills, discipline, and confidence
Sunday (2 classes)
Mat Monkeys (Ages 5-9)
Fun and educational BJJ program for children ages 5-9, building confidence, motor skills, and self-defense
Juniors & Teens (Ages 10+)
BJJ program for older children and teenagers ages 10+, developing skills, discipline, and confidence
Monthly Membership
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Unlimited classes
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Access to all programs
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Open mat sessions
Drop-in
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Single class access
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No commitment
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Perfect for travelers
What's Included
Payment Options
We accept all major payment methods
Yousuf Nabi
Black Belt Head Instructor
Kim Greaves
Black Belt Instructor
JP Savory
Black Belt Instructor
Nic Cartwright
Black Belt Instructor
Roman Schnecker
Brown Belt Instructor
Oliver Webb
Brown Belt Instructor
Anna Zehnpfund
Brown Belt Instructor
Robert Diserens
Brown Belt Assistant
Junior Teixeira Da Silva
Brown Belt Instructor
Sergei Licis
Purple Belt Instructor
Jacob Wassif
Purple Belt Instructor
Adnane Bouchachi
Purple Belt Instructor
Jordan Smith
Purple Belt Assistant
Dani Vlad
Blue Belt Instructor
Dominic Dillon
Black Belt Instructor
Location & Directions
Street Address
21-21 St James’s Gardens St James’s St
Location
Brighton BN2 1RZ, United Kingdom