Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (No GI BJJ)
StandStrong Academy runs a No-Gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class here in Bristol under 10th Planet black belt Ryan Brinkley.
We are a coaching-led academy focused on long-term development and live application.
Every session is structured and progressive. You won’t be left guessing what you’re meant to improve, and you won’t be pushed through techniques without understanding how they fit into the bigger picture.
From your first class, you will begin building:
A Progressive No-Gi BJJ Programme
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu focuses on grappling, positional control, and submission wrestling.
Our BJJ programme integrates techniques from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, and judo, to create a well-rounded and practical grappling skill set.
Training emphasises movement, control, and problem-solving rather than rigid techniques or tradition for tradition’s sake.
No-Gi training means wearing a rash guard or t-shirt and shorts instead of the traditional kimono.
This places a strong emphasis on timing, adaptability, and movement, making sessions fast-paced, technical, and engaging.
Train for Competition - Or Simply for Yourself
We have an active competition team, with students and coaches competing at regional and national level.
Competition preparation includes structured game planning, scenario rounds and focused intensity work - but stepping onto the competition mat is always a personal decision.
Many members train purely for:
Technical development
Physical challenge
Confidence
Long-term study of the art
Whether you compete or not, your training will be progressive and purposeful.
Our aim is not simply to run classes. It is to build capable, technically sound grapplers who improve consistently over time.
Beginner-Friendly Coaching & Personal Attention
We are a smaller, community-focused academy where beginners and advanced practitioners are actively supported.
Classes are structured to help new students learn at a comfortable pace while still challenging more experienced grapplers.
Our coaches take the time to get to know you, understand your goals, and provide personal guidance throughout your training.
If you’ve been searching for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes near you that combine experienced coaching, progressive training, and a strong community, you’ll find a supportive place to train with us.
Head Coach Ryan Brinkley
Ryan is a 10th Planet Black Belt with 15+ years in martial arts.
An active BJJ and MMA competitor with a particular love for leg locks, he’ll guide you safely and patiently through every session…
Just don’t leave your ankles unattended.
Sam Hinton
Sam is a BJJ Blue Belt with 12+ years in martial arts.
An active BJJ competitor with an unnatural love for sweeps. He’ll guide you, coach you and build you up…
Right up until the moment he sees your weight shift slightly forward.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Membership
£69 unlimted BJJ*
Unlimited Martial Arts Membership
£89 unlimted Martial Arts*
*Joining fee applicable. We do not accept pay as you go.
Client Testimonial
For me BJJ has been hugely rewarding. I have enjoyed to watch my skill set grow and have fun with a great community of people. It has taught me a lot alongside helping me improve my self defence skills. I really reccommend it whether you want to win medals, learn self defence or just have fun.
Training BJJ has been a great fun way to challenge myself. Not coming from an athletic background, it's amazing how far learning the technique can take you. And it's a great fun physical workout, I get quite bored at the gym but with BJJ its fun and games and I can stay consistent.
I have gained strength and confidence in a way I never thought possible and none of it would have happened without Ryan!
Ryan has been 100% supportive from day one when I thought I was too tiny and weak but he'd sit by me if I'm ever stuck in a position reassuring me it is technique and if I do it properly my small size will not matter. He has made me feel really comfortable and part of the community. He's the best coach I could hope for.