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I stopped by Los Banditos early June with my two boys as I’ve been following them on social media and really liked what they are doing. My sons are competitive 10 and 13yr olds and really took to the kids classes, run by world-class grappler Charles Negromonte. I run a kids program in the US. It is extremely rare to have someone of Professor Negromonte’s caliber running a kids program. You can tell he really cares about the kids and wants to build an outstanding program. Even though he is imposing physically, he runs the perfect blend of tough training while also being kind and approachable. You can tell his students are thriving under his watch, and my boys were challenged. They enjoyed their training partners and were eager to squeeze another class in during our short stay in London.
As for me, I’m a 46yr old Blackbelt who’s accumulated a fair amount of wear and tear over my time on the mats. As a visitor, if you join a class with humility and an eagerness to learn (from anyone white to blackbelt), you will have a safe and enjoyable experience. Do not let your words dictate your training desires (“let’s just go light), rather let your actions do the talking. Every training partner matched my energy, and even though I took my licks it was safe and educational! Silviu was a masterful instructor and I picked up quite a few things not just from his instruction but also from watching him train. He creates an environment welcoming for both the pros and the hobbyists, and takes extra care with visitors making sure they are able to pick up the techniques.
Lastly, I’d like to add that Los Banditos seems to have found a great formula for taking kids seamlessly from the teen level to the adult level and turning them into absolute menaces (in a good way) on the mats. That is a rare trait in an academy and will serve them well. I can imagine in no time they will outgrow their space and become bigger and better than they already are!
One of the best gyms I've cross trained at and was really great to addition to my London trip. The atmosphere was really good and the training was even better. I recommend this to people who really want to get a good sweat and are serious at BJJ, it's also a great place to start your BJJ career.
I was at an open mat this Monday. The welcome was great from the start. A special atmosphere with some really good rounds. An elite-level academy with great vibes. 100% recommended experience. Thank you so much.
Coach Silviu and the team at Los Banditos welcomed us with open arms. A game room, tough rounds. This gym has earned every bit of its high level reputation. Highly recommended!! Thank you for having us. 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽🧼🧼🧼
If you're looking for the best jiu jitsu training in London, look no further. Eoghan and Silviu are outstanding coaches who provide game-changing instruction in both wrestling and jiu jitsu. Their teaching methodology is the most systematic and effective I’ve encountered, making every class an essential part of your training and growth. The value for money is exceptional, and you'll meet a great community of people. Plus, the walk to and from Hammersmith Station is enjoyable!
SMG is the best in London at the moment, with a continuous amount of high level grapplers passing through every week, no two days are the same, both coaches are at the top of their game and always welcome guys & girls from all levels to get down and participate with the friendliest welcoming and atmosphere in West London.
Excellent place to learn submission grappling!
Amazing and world class instructors….friendly mates!
They remember my name all session and it was really nice!
I feel part of family first session!
Highly recommend !!!
P.s keep doing great job guys! 🙏
At age 61 - and after 30 years absence from my last experience on the mat with Russian Sombo - I decided to take up grappling again to aid my overall fitness and complement my combatives striking training. I did a lot of research and the name that kept coming up was Silviu Nastasa.
I couldn't have gone for a better teacher. Silviu is not only a really nice guy but also someone who walks the talk. He is extremely skillful and is an excellent teacher. He knows how to get the best out of his students, even those of us in our seventh decade!
Regardless of your age, if you're into No Gi grappling, then look no further than the guys at the Submission Grappling Club.
I train at SGC with my partner and we both agree that this is an amazing place to train at.
Eoghan and Silviu are extremely welcoming and not only world class athletes in their sport, but equally fantastic teachers. They make the important and advanced details easy to understand, so even someone as scatter brained like myself can learn sequences and feel encouraged! Loads of feedback given during sparring and practice which is very motivating to apply in your personal learning.
The people are awesome, all very kind and excellent to roll with. It is really nice to train at a club which has such quality training but also has great people to be friendly with. An absolute must to visit these mats!
Great club with clearly an active community with passionate members and coaches.
I would however say that it isn’t really suited for beginners, this seems like a competition level club.
The fundamentals class (for beginners) is an hour and a bit before the advanced class.
What this means is that pretty much everyone who is in the advanced class, just joins the fundamentals class.
While this is normally okay, it ends up being quite intimidating, as practically nobody there is a beginner and you have to grapple with guys who are pretty good at the sport haha.
Nothing against the club and the people, but maybe they should be a bit stricter with the beginners class as it just seems to be another advanced class. It didn’t really give the vibe of a fundamentals class at all. I don’t think this is good for those looking to get into the sport.
However defo a great spot, and seemingly one of the rare no-gi only places to train!
