Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Daily Gi and No-Gi training for complete beginners, hobbyists and competitors.
ExploreBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu& Judoin Bournemouth
Beginner-friendly BJJ, Judo and kids martial arts in Bournemouth.A welcoming Paraestra UK academy for beginners, families and serious grapplers. Train properly, build confidence and feel at home on the mats.
Ippon Gym is the Paraestra UK headquarters: a serious training room with a welcoming atmosphere, practical coaching and a strong local community.
Classes
Choose your way onto the mats
Start with fundamentals, bring your child to a structured kids class, sharpen your Judo, or add private coaching around your goals.
Training culture
Modern coaching. Old-school standards.
The gym is built for students who want to learn properly: clear instruction, technical rounds, steady progression and a room where beginners are looked after.
BJJ
No-Gi
Judo
Open mat
Kids BJJ
Competition
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
The core of what we do. Gi-based grappling for every level.
No-Gi BJJ
Grappling without the kimono. Fast, athletic, submission-focused.
Judo
Throws, takedowns and the roots of modern grappling.
Kids BJJ
Confidence, focus and fitness for children from age 4.
Teens BJJ
Structured BJJ for teenagers age 13–17.
Kids MMA
A fun, safe introduction to mixed martial arts.
Timetable
Find your next class
View the latest live class schedule for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi, Judo, kids martial arts and open mat.
Kids & families
Confidence starts with good coaching
Children learn real martial arts in a safe, structured environment. Parents can watch, families can train, and every child gets room to progress at their pace.
Membership
Simple pricing, serious training
Monthly membership gives you access to the class schedule, with pay-as-you-go and family options available.
Regular
£70/ month
Unlimited training across the full weekly class schedule.
- +Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- +No-Gi, Judo and open mat
- +Kids and family options available
Blue Light & Military
£60/ month
Discounted membership for Blue Light card holders and military.
- +Unlimited classes
- +Same access as regular membership
- +Valid ID required
Pay as you go
£15/ class
A flexible option for visitors and occasional training.
- +No monthly commitment
- +Book class by class
- +Joining fee applies
Family memberships are available. Annual insurance fee of £30 applies to all members.
Coaching team
Led by people who know the mats
The instructors keep the tone practical and approachable, with a focus on long-term development rather than hype.
Jeff Lawson
Instructor & Founder
Nathaniel Roberts
BJJ Instructor & Personal Trainer
Daniel Pacan
BJJ Instructor & Personal Trainer
Craig Gimson
BJJ Instructor
Start with one class.
Visit Ippon Gym at Unit 1-2, 4 Terrace Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5NJ. Message the team and they’ll point you towards the right first session.
- Phone
- 07824 875546
- info@ippongym.com
- Address
- Unit 1-2, 4 Terrace Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5NJ