Beginners Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes in Peterborough
No experience or fitness needed. Learn the fundamentals step by step, coached by black belts.
Never Trained Before? Start Here.
Our beginners classes are designed for complete newcomers. You will learn the fundamental positions, escapes, sweeps and submissions of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu step by step, with a black belt coach and friendly training partners who all started where you are now.
- No experience or fitness level required
- Technique first, with sparring introduced gradually
- Mixed classes plus a ladies only option at the same time
- Monday & Wednesday 18:15 (Mat 2), Tuesday & Thursday 19:15 (Mat 1), and Saturday 08:00 (Mat 1)
Your First Class: What to Expect
- Book your free trial by WhatsApp, phone or email.
- Arrive 10 minutes early. Park in the main car park and say hello at reception.
- Warm up with the group using movements specific to BJJ.
- Learn a technique and drill it with a partner. The coach will check in with you.
- Finish with questions. We will explain how membership works, with no pressure.
Read our guide: Your first BJJ class: what to expect.
Beginners Timetable
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Beginner Questions
I am unfit. Can I still start?
Yes. Most people start BJJ to get fit, not because they are already fit. You work at your own pace and your fitness improves as you train.
Am I too old to start BJJ?
No. We have members who started in their 30s, 40s and beyond. Classes are adapted so you can train safely.
What should I bring and wear to my first session?
For Gi classes everyone trains in a gi, and we’ll lend you one for your trial. For No-Gi, wear a comfortable T-shirt or workout top and leggings, shorts or flexible trousers. Bring a filled water bottle, flip-flops or slip-on sandals for on and off the mat, and a small bag for your things. Please remove jewellery, watches and heavy makeup, and keep nails short and clean. See our FAQ for the full list.
Will I be thrown into sparring?
No. Beginners classes focus on technique and drilling with a partner. You will be introduced to sparring gradually and only when you are ready.
How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp, call or email to book your free trial. Everyone, including kids, registers and books their classes through the MAAT app, then checks in on arrival at the academy.
Your First Class Is Free
No experience needed. Beginners welcome. Message us on WhatsApp, call or email and we'll get you on the mats.
Book your free trial class WhatsApp us
Free trial is for new members only.