Bedlam - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, MMA, No Gi Submission Grappling and Wrestling

Unit 2, PWS industrial estate, Biddulph, ST8 7BE

4.9 (47 reviews)

Pricing

From £6.5/class

Disciplines

Gi MMA No-Gi Self-Defense Striking Wrestling

Classes

Adults Classes Advanced Classes All Levels Black Belt Instruction Competition Class Fundamentals Intermediate Kids Classes Morning Classes Open Mat Private Lessons Teens Classes

Facilities

Clean Mats Mat Space Parking Showers

Culture

Welcoming Environment

Access

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Bedlam is a Stoke-on-Trent martial arts academy in Biddulph with classes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, no-gi submission grappling, MMA and boxing for adults and kids, from complete beginners to experienced competitors. The academy is affiliated to Daniel Strauss’s Raspberry Ape Team and is led by owner and BJJ black belt Greg Cook.

Class Schedule

Monday 2 classes

18:00 – 18:45 KIDS BJJ 6YRS+

19:00 – 20:30 ADULTS BJJ GI ALL LEVELS

Tuesday 3 classes

18:00 – 18:45 KIDS MMA 8-13 YRS

18:45 – 20:00 MMA

20:00 – 21:00 NOGI SUBMISSION GRAPPLING

Wednesday 3 classes

18:00 – 19:00 KIDS BJJ 6 YRS+

19:00 – 20:15 BOXING

19:15 – 20:15 COMPETITION SPARRING GI & NOGI

Thursday 1 classes

19:00 – 20:30 ADULTS GI WHITE BELTS & ADULTS GI BLUE BELT+

Friday 3 classes

06:00 – 07:00 NOGI SUBMISSION GRAPPLING

18:15 – 19:15 MMA

19:15 – 20:30 NOGI SUBMISSION GRAPPLING

Saturday 2 classes

10:00 – 11:00 KIDS BJJ 6 YRS+

11:00 – 12:30 ADULTS BJJ GI ALL LEVELS

Sunday 2 classes

18:00 – 19:00 BOXING

19:00 OPEN MAT/SPARRING OPEN TO ALL FOR DRILLING, BJJ, NOGI, BOXING OR MMA

Coaches

Greg Cook Owner

BJJ Black Belt

Owner and BJJ Black Belt under Daniel â€œThe Raspberry Apeâ€ Strauss. Greg Cook has competed internationally at all belt levels and teaches the majority of classes.

Membership Prices

CHILDREN

£6.50 per class

PAY-AS-YOU-GO

ADULTS

£8.50 per class

PAY-AS-YOU-GO

UNDER 16S

£45.00 PER CALENDAR MONTH

INCLUDES ALL CLASSES; 24-HOUR USE OF THE GYM

16-18 YEAR OLDS

£55.00 PER CALENDAR MONTH

INCLUDES ALL CLASSES; 24-HOUR USE OF THE GYM

ADULTS

£65.00 PER CALENDAR MONTH

INCLUDES ALL CLASSES; 24-HOUR USE OF THE GYM

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Joseph Stecko

i do the brazillian ju jitsu at bedlam and ever since i first started everyone there is so welcoming and are really nice when it comes to rolling/training with beginners. the coaches there are also incredibly friendly and guide you every step of your journey. all together an amazing place

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Posted 2 months ago
James Walsh

Brilliant BJJ club with a really welcoming atmosphere. I’ve been training here for about 18 months now and would highly recommend it to anyone interested in starting BJJ, MMA or boxing, whether you’re a complete beginner or more experienced. There’s a great mix of people, excellent coaching and a really fun, supportive environment where everyone helps each other improve. If you’re in Biddulph, Stoke-on-Trent or the surrounding area and are thinking about giving Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu a go, I’d definitely recommend Bedlam; great club, great people and awesome new facilities too!

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Posted 2 months ago
Karen Simm

My daughter, who is now 10, started BJJ at Bedlam BJJ Raspberry Ape in Biddulph in January after deciding she wanted a change from Taekwondo, and it has been one of the best decisions we could have made for her. Since starting, her self-confidence has improved massively — not only when she’s on the mat, but in everyday life too. She genuinely looks forward to attending the kids’ BJJ classes, which run three times a week, and it’s been lovely seeing how much she has progressed and grown in such a short space of time. Scott is an amazing coach. He has a brilliant way of explaining techniques at a level the children understand, while also demonstrating everything clearly and making sure moves are carried out safely. The atmosphere is welcoming, supportive and encouraging, and you can tell he genuinely wants every child to develop at their own pace. I’d highly recommend Bedlam BJJ Raspberry Ape to anyone looking for kids’ BJJ in Biddulph or the Stoke-on-Trent area, whether their child is completely new to martial arts or already has some experience. We’re so glad we found it! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Posted 2 months ago
James Perry

The best gym around, I wouldn’t go anywhere else! Tried a few gyms over the years and normally the coaches don’t have time for the new guy but Greg and Guy have the time for everyone and they are really great coaches and genuinely love what they do! They push you to compete if you want to and they are always in your corner along with everyone else at the gym. Honestly the best gym around, go and see for yourself!

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Posted 2 months ago
Heather Heyworth

As a woman in a combat sport, I cannot recommend Bedlam BJJ in Stoke On Trent, enough. Safe, well balanced training partners, dedicated woman’s secure changing rooms and lots of variety whether you want to just shape up or train to compete. 5*

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Posted 2 months ago
Melio 652

Great gym super welcoming atmosphere and accredited coaches with evidence and results that prove why it’s made countless champions, great facilities offering both gi and no gi BJJ/wrestling with MMA sessions done with structure. Been 6 months and couldn’t recommend it more to anyone in the Stoke/biddulph area.

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Posted 3 months ago
Leo Rose

This BJJ and MMA gym offers high-level training with excellent coaches, a fantastic team and a great atmosphere. It’s truly the place to be if you’re serious about improving your fighting skills.

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Posted 8 months ago
Joe Lomax

A very well rounded gym with highly experienced coaches in both BJJ and MMA. It’s obvious that Greg and the team have worked hard to create a safe, positive and knowledgeable environment that provides excellent classes week in week out. Hats off to Bedlam

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Posted 8 months ago
Charlie Smith

My kids and husband have been training here almost 7 years. They love it, its a community and the passion is infectious. Having had a few health concerns and putting it on the backburner, i've finally started training myself! Ive been training for around the last 6 months and i've felt really welcomed to the classes. As a woman it can be intimidating starting something new, especially in a male dominated environment, but that couldnt be further from the truth. The gym is clean and well maintained and I also make use of the strength and conditioning area. Great place to train. Would give more than 5 stars if I could.

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Posted 11 months ago
Steven Taylor

I’ve been training here for about 4–5 weeks now, and I specifically waited to leave my review because I didn’t want to try just one class, think it’s amazing, and immediately give 5 stars. That being said, I can honestly say this is an amazing place to train. It’s a very welcoming gym with lots of people who are happy to assist and teach — or, on the other hand, give you a good hard session. It’s truly a versatile place with a wide range of skill levels. Greg is an amazing coach, and that’s a key part of why this gym stands out. A lot of people can run a class and call themselves a coach, when in fact they’re just instructors playing the part. Greg has a proven track record in competition, and everything he teaches comes with real examples. He’s not afraid to adapt his teaching style to help you better understand a technique. If anyone is thinking of going, I can’t express enough how much I recommend just trying it out at least once!

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Posted 1 year ago
Steve Peddie

A family friendly environment, a great atmosphere and coaches with a wealth of knowledge. Theirs a class here for everyone, for kids, adults bjj, wrestling and MMA. Theirs also fantastic gym equipment for gym goers.
Posted 3 years ago
Rob Hunt

I've been training here for a few years now, excellent gym with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Plenty of classes for all levels throughout the week as well as kids classes. The coaches are superb. Thoroughly recommended!
Posted 4 years ago
Waheed ahmad

I've trained at 5 or 6 gyms due to my travels. This place tops the lot. The main instructor knows his stuff and is a lovely guy. The people in the gym are very welcoming and friendly and happy to roll, even with a newcomer. Really can't recommend this place enough. Thanks again. Will see you again in the next month or two. Waheed
Posted 7 years ago
Dan Dring

I joined Bedlam in January, it’s a fantastic place to train. Great coaches and great people. Made to feel very welcome, full of friendly people who all want to help each other get better (and also choke them out) Loads of different classes over 7 days and open mat sessions on top of that. 100% recommended
Posted 8 years ago
James Allen

There are many styles and disciplines of martial arts, that come from many different countries. Many dojos, martial arts schools or academies teach multiple styles that range from striking to grappling. Which has its advantages and disadvantages. Here at Bedlam Brazilian jiu-jitsu they teach both GI and No GI grappling. If unsure what the difference is, GI is martial art uniform and No GI is shorts & t-shirt. If your interested in taking part in local or national competition or learning something new or improve your health & fitness or maybe all three. Bedlam Brazilian jiu-jitsu are here to help you achieve your goal. The instructions are down to earth and there other students that share the same goal as you and will help you along.
Posted 8 years ago