Gracie Jiu Jitsu Tameside

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  Janet Westall

  My 10 year old loves his classes. He's easily bored and they really keep his interest. James is really hands on (no pun intended) and is always on the ball correcting and praising when needed. Thank you.

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  Posted 1 month ago
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  Andrew Ives

  I've started taking my daughter there around 2 years ago james & Alex are great coaches and get on with all the students the classes are mostly defence rather than lashing out and teaches the kids to more disciplined i would recommend the classes to all parents who want there children to be able to defend themselves.

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  Posted 1 month ago
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  Ben C

  My son has been attending the bullyproof program for around 5-6 months now and I can’t recommend it enough. Most martial arts classes just teach fitness and drills to kids, but Gracie go above and beyond by applying context and scenarios to their lessons. They make the drills relatable for the kids and spend the time to understand each of them on an individual level, ensuring they all get chance to participate. I am really pleased that I have found Gracie and will continue to take my son every week.

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  Posted 1 month ago
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  Alan Smith

  Really friendly group, made daughter feel really welcome. Good training methods, inclusive and supportive. Can’t fault it, daughter enjoys every session.

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  Posted 1 month ago
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  Samantha Lavin

  The team at Gracie Tameside are all super supportive. I highly recommend this to anyone who is thinking about joining. Not only do you learn valuable skills but the community and togetherness make it a gym like no other. I’ve never met a bunch of nicer people who all want to support one another to achieve their best. Each week, I leave the class with a great sense of achievement and really looking forward to the next session.

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  Posted 1 month ago
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  Matthew Wilson

  From someone who couldn’t imagine taking the plunge into BJJ… Gracie Jiu Jitsu is definitely the way to go. Staff at Tameside Gracie have been very helpful and supportive and it makes a difference. My advice is try a free class and go from there.

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  Posted 8 months ago
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  Michael Roberts

  Joining Gracie jiu jitsu has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. From day one it’s been incredibly warm and welcoming, no egos, just great people. It’s done wonders for my self-confidence, both on and off the mats, and every session feels like progress. Couldn’t recommend it enough

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  Posted 8 months ago
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  Callum

  What an amazing place to come and learn. I Started off by taking my son and he challenged me to have a go, and well am I glad he did. Brilliant instructors fantastic facilities and fantastic people. Come on down and give it ago I was quite anxious at having a go but was really made to feel welcome by members and staff there.

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  Posted 8 months ago
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  Tracey

  Absolutely fantastic community & environment especially for women. My daughter joined & Absolutely loved it & when she found herself in a bad relationship the love & support from the whole community was Absolutely invaluable helping her cope. Shes so excited to go bk as a young mum .It's so heartwarming to know she has such a supportive community to go back to as well as keeping her fit & learn self defence skills. Can not thank the wonderful Alex & Dani & the whole community enough xx

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  Posted 11 months ago
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  Paul Egan

  Welcoming and supportive atmosphere with well-structured teaching. I've trained here (on and off) for nearly 3 years despite initially being dubious about trying BJJ as I'm not a rough person and certainly not a fighter. I had visions of big egos smashing white belts and coming home with injuries but I was pleasantly surprised when it turned out to be quite the opposite. The beginners 'Combatives' course is a relatively gentle and highly structured introduction to the basics and fundamentals, based on cooperation and helping each other progress. The teaching is very high quality, Alex & James are very friendly and enthusiastic about sharing their skills and knowledge. There are videos at Grace University online of each class to revise and improve knowledge between sessions. I also like that the Gracie program incorporates a context of self-defence and not just scoring points in competitions. Due to life pressures I sometimes train sporadically but I'm always made to feel welcome when I turn up. It's a little pricey but I consider that as an investment in myself - improved fitness, confidence, calmness, mental wellbeing and meeting like-minded friendly people. Highly recommended.

  Posted 1 year ago
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  M. Karaoglan

  I joined GJJ Tameside around three months ago now and I have felt a massive improvement, not just in practice but also my confidence inside and outside of the academy. Alex and James are both incredible instructors and they have been a massive reason to why I’ve fallen in love with Gracie jiujitsu. I can’t recommend GJJ Tameside enough, I have met some incredible people here and I’m enjoying the process. It is such a beautiful place for your mind and a great way to get in physical exercise too! If you’re interested in jiujitsu, this self defence programme is the best place to start!

  Posted 2 years ago
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  Jas Parsons

  TL/DR: This place is phenomenal! Considering joining? You should read this review! Gracie Jiu Jitsu Tameside has been an unparalleled force of positivity in my life over the past year. Joining this community in January 2023 has proven to be the single best decision, I've made in my adult life. Beyond the expected physical benefits and the exceptional, easily digestible Jiu Jitsu instruction, the impact on my personal growth and well-being has been profound. Unexpectedly as a direct result, I’m happier! I've also discovered more about myself, gained confidence, and become a better-rounded individual. Gracie jiu jitsu Tameside, is truly helping me overcome challenges that once seemed insurmountable. Its playing a pivotal part in me overcoming obstacles (like past childhood trauma) Something, I was beginning to think, I would never get past. The sense of community, culture and camaraderie at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Tameside is incomparable; it’s second to none. The people here are extraordinary, and I've forged lifelong friendships. Alex and James, are incredible instructors, they are insanely skilled in Jiu Jitsu and their passion and enthusiasm is infectious! But beyond that. And arguably more importantly, they are also legendary leaders and phenomenal people both on and off the mats. Unhesitatingly, I admit to deliberating and postponing my decision to join Gracie Jiu Jitsu Tameside at first. Due to nervousness. But after meticulous contemplation over several months (Sept- Jan) months mentally preparing, combing through every review on various platforms, and seeking out every piece of information available, I finally took the plunge. Attending my first class in January. I can confidently affirm that, the decision to join. Has been more than worthwhile for me. Despite the natural nervousness and delay that came with it. My only regret? Not joining sooner! It seems fitting that I now, find myself contributing to the pool of reviews for others to peruse. It appears I’ve come full circle. I hope that this review, alongside the many others, becomes a persuasive nudge for those contemplating joining. To those still in contemplation, I strongly encourage you: take the leap. Your anxieties and worries will quickly fade away, and you'll be left with the life-changing impact of this phenomenal place almost faster than you can say ‘Gracie Jiu Jitsu Tameside’

  Posted 2 years ago
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  Jo Doherty

  Really happy I found this place. James and Alex are so good at training the kids. The group is lovely bunch of kids that all get on really well and help each other out in progression. The incentives are really good and fair. Its great for building their confidence and Corey is always pushing himself, especially now he's received his first belt, he only wants to get better :) Its a fun atmosphere and the kids are always well motivated to begin.

  Posted 3 years ago
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  Samantha Lavin

  The team at Gracie Tameside are all super supportive. I highly recommend this to anyone who is thinking about joining. Not only do you learn valuable skills but the community and togetherness make it a gym like no other. I’ve never met a bunch of nicer people who all want to support one another to achieve their best. Each week, I leave the class with a great sense of achievement and really looking forward to the next session. With the online calendar and flexibility throughout the month, it’s easy to get your moneys worth! You will not be disappointed.

  Posted 3 years ago
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  Sean Farrington

  I appreciate I haven’t been here for a few years, but this still goes. This is the last place I’d recommend for anyone who is wanting to learn BJJ, I remember this gym near enough forcing us to wear their own branded Gi - which cost around £90 if I’m not mistaken (you could easily buy a high quality Gi around £40-£50 if you look hard enough) to me, this was the first red flag, and thankfully I didn’t buy their extortionately priced Gi, as no respectable gym would require this. The gym and training itself is sub-par, teaching very basic techniques, and after that, you aren’t even allowed to roll/spar, so you can learn how to do the technique, but never truly implement and understand it in a real scenario - again, which gyms of a good standard would allow and not restrict. I recall one of the lessons (probably the final one before me and my brother knew we weren’t at a good place) the ‘teacher’ who was at the time a ‘purple belt’ demonstrated a technique on one of the participants in the class, the ‘teacher’ did this incorrectly and a loud pop could be heard from the poor man’s knee. Amongst other things such as being ‘examined’ for a made up “Gracie combatives belt” and ‘exams’ to reach higher belts which is very atypical, this place charges up to £95 a month, which is extortionate! On top of this, if you cancel their direct debit without telling them in person, they charge you a fee! Again, look around for other martial arts gyms, or Jiu Jitsu gyms in the area, but avoid this place if you want to learn BJJ and save yourself hard earned money and time.

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  Posted 8 months ago