Carpe Diem Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu London

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  Kyra Gemma

  had a great time swinging by during my visit to london to get some training in. great community and instruction here!

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  Posted 1 month ago
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  JAMES HAYTER

  Really nice friendly gym and very well maintained / clean. My instructor was Daniel who was great.

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  Posted 1 month ago
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  Jack

  Fantastic place to train and learn

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  Posted 1 month ago
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  Jack

  I attended a "No Gi: All Levels" class with coach Ed as a visitor. Coach was very clearly spoken and drills were introduced well. Training partners were all really friendly and welcoming.

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  Posted 1 month ago
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  Niels Andriesse

  I've been training at Carpe Diem for several years, and I can honestly say it's the perfect combination of serious but respectful and safe training, a great community, and dedicated and friendly coaches. Couldn't recommend it more if you're interested in Jiu Jitsu!

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  Posted 2 months ago
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  Dan MacKinnon

  I joined Carpe Diem around 18 months ago as a complete beginner. I was nervous, lacked confidence, and had no idea what to expect. Looking back, it's one of the best decisions I've ever made! The coaching is excellent, with their own unique style it provides a great opportunity for all levels. Everyone at the gym is friendly and encouraging. The facilities are very clean and the gym has a very welcoming atmosphere. It never felt intimidating, even on day one. Whether you’re looking to compete or just train as a hobby, I'd highly recommend giving Carpe Diem a go. You won't regret it!

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  Posted 2 months ago
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  Nathaniel Abrams

  Dan and Ed are very friendly and welcoming, and they run an amazing gym at Carpe Diem. Whether you’re just starting out or already experienced, the atmosphere and community make it easy to learn comfortably and safely. The facilities are very clean and well maintained, with showers available. So whether you’re new and want to try a beginner’s course, or experienced and looking for hard rounds, Carpe Diem is definitely a gym worth checking out in London.

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  Posted 5 months ago
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  Sean Patrick

  Great gym in London. I dropped in while in London for business. They’re friendly, give solid instruction and seem to have a good healthy environment. Gi rental is a huge plus so no need to pack a Gi. Definitely worth a visit.

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  Posted 5 months ago
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  Adrian Darda

  Have been training here for a few months now. It's a great gym with great coaches. Everyone is so supportive and always willing to help. Whether you are a beginner or more advanced, you can always find a partner to improve your game or to challenge yourself against different styles.

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  Posted 8 months ago
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  Craig Moran

  Great place to train, dropped in to the morning class while in London. Nick and the team were great to train with and extremely welcoming!

  Posted 2 years ago
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  Henry Williams

  Excellent place to train with quality instructors and solid technique work. Very welcoming environment that is clean and safe. Have already learned so much since joining in September! Would definitely recommend 🙌👌

  Posted 2 years ago
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  Joel Gerson

  Dropped in from out of town and got quick online responses to my inquiries. Did Ed’s lunchtime class and found him to be a solid instructor. He ran a balanced, organized and technical class that started and finished on time (he even offered me a towel!). Class was a blend of levels with beginner trials in attendance (so don’t be intimidated, white belts!).

  Posted 3 years ago
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  Alex A

  I had an amazing time visiting Carpe Diem BJJ London! Tsuyoshi is a great instructor and his students were both tough yet very technical rolls. The gym is in a convenient location and the space itself is clean while sporting a very unique/cool vibe to it. I highly recommend folks living in/visiting London to train here ASAP; can’t wait to visit again!

  Posted 7 years ago
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  Kira

  I was a member here from July 2018 to March 2023. I strongly advise against joining, especially if you're female. Head coach Tsuyoshi aka "Yoshi" showed favouritism towards certain members, creating an unfair hierarchy in terms of attention, personal progress, and rolling opportunities. The club lacks inclusivity for women. The low percentage and high turnover of female members speaks volumes. When I needed my coach for urgent advice, Tsuyoshi showed no interest in my concerns or progress. Despite being a small club and knowing me for years (during which he promoted me to blue belt), he couldn't provide any personal feedback. I felt neglected and let down. Furthermore, Tsuyoshi made it very clear that I was never welcome to speak to him ever again about BJJ nor any other matter moving forward. This is an appalling way to treat a loyal, long-term member. I quit the same night knowing I could never come back. I also must add during the 2020 lockdown, I continued to pay my membership dues out of love for the club. I even paid Tsuyoshi extra money for support and was offered private lessons as a thank you, which were forgotten. When I asked for a lesson, he said he was too busy to take on new students. Tsuyoshi's unprofessional behaviour not only tarnishes the Carpe Diem brand but also goes against the principals and values of the BJJ community. He seems more concerned with his social media accounts and gaining validation from other black belts than his own paying students. On a positive note, I had the opportunity to train with the brown belt coaches at the club, who were the complete opposite. They were all lovely, helpful, supportive and taught great classes, showing great knowledge with high technical skill. I believe they all have bright futures ahead in their BJJ journeys and wish them success. However, as the majority of my training was done under Tsuyoshi's instruction, this review reflects my experience and interactions with him only. It saddens me to have left a club I once loved very much on such atrocious terms.

  Posted 2 years ago