GORILLA GRAPPLERS

KIDS CLASSES

AT GORILLA GRAPPLERS WE OFFER HIGH-ENERGY KIDS BJJ & NOGI GRAPPLING CLASSES DESIGNED TO ENCOURAGE YOUNG ATHLETES

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and No-Gi grappling are fantastic martial arts for kids - helping them develop confidence, discipline, and self-defence skills in a fun and engaging environment.

Our kids' BJJ and No-Gi classes are designed to teach essential techniques while promoting fitness, teamwork, and confidence. Whether your child is new to martial arts or has experience, our structured curriculum ensures they learn at their own pace while staying motivated and excited about training.

In our classes, kids will improve their co-ordination, agility, and problem-solving skills as they learn takedowns, submissions, and positional control in a safe and supportive setting. No-Gi offers a fast-paced, dynamic experience that builds athleticism and adaptability.

Our experienced coaches focus on building resilience while reinforcing important values like perseverance, respect, and sportsmanship. Give your child the opportunity to grow both physically and mentally.

Sign up for a free trial class today and let them experience the benefits of BJJ and No-Gi firsthand!

Gorilla Grapplers Junior programme is created for kids ages 5-13 years old.

We have classes every Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 5.15pm-6.15pm with a Family Open Mat Session on Sundays at 9.00am.

For young adults ages 13+ we encourage them to participate in the adult classes as part of our Juvenile team. Please contact us to discuss this further

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  • Mad Hatters Asylum

    The club was founded by Jack “The MadHatter” Magee, a well respected Black Belt under Roberto “Gordo” Correa, a fierce Gi and NoGi competitor and ex-Pro MMA fighter. Jack has trained and competed across the globe and has a wealth of experience and knowledge which he now passes to his students in West Sussex.

    Jack has a no nonsense approach to Martial Arts and teaches a submission focused style of grappling with the main objective always being to dominate and finish your opponent.

    The Mad Hatters have established affiliates across the South including Gorilla Grapplers in Portsmouth, The Garden Club in Southampton, BJJ Exchange in Brighton and Southern Quarter in Salisbury.

    Jack and Adam share a close friendship and continue to collaborate on training and projects. Students from Mad Hatters and Gorillas regularly train at one another’s academies making the most of the compimentary timetable and short travel time between gyms.

  • Gorilla Grapplers

    Created in 2021 by our head coach Adam Gunning, Gorilla Grapplers is quickly establishing itself a solid team on the South Coast. Focusing on BJJ and NoGi Grappling.

    Adam or Gunning/Gunner as most people know him, is a BJJ Black Belt under Jack Magee, a multiple tournament gold medalist and a committed member of the Mad Hatters. Adam has trained under Jack since 2014 and emulates his practical approach to combat sports.

    His dedication stems from a real passion for MMA and Combat Sports. Gunning is constantly looking to enhance his knowledge and boost his skill set, both as a combatant and a coach. Following Jacks example he aims to deliver the same high level of coaching he, himself continues to receive.

    The Gorillas have grown considerably in both size and skill since the teams inception and have now moved to their own brand new academy in Waterlooville High Street. The evolution of the team means the club now offers more classes than ever before including BJJ, NoGi, Judo, Striking, MMA and Yoga with sessions available for both adults and juniors.

  • Basecamp

    Basecamp was a next level fitness and sports facility that began in Hilsea, Portsmouth.

    The gym was built from scratch by former builders and fitness enthusiasts Lea Jackson and Dan Till, who after the success of their GymBuddy app wanted to create a hub for health and wellbeing. Offering state of the art equipment, un-paralleled facilities, experienced coaches and a wide range of both 121 and group sessions available its no wonder that Basecamp went from strength to strength.

    Having previously trained together, Dan approached Adam knowing that he could offer top quality instruction and become part of the Basecamp Team. Affiliated with the Mad Hatters of Chichester and working closely with Adams own Coach Jack, the Gorilla Grapplers were Born.

    Unfortunately Basecamp was forced to close but the team involved continue to serve the health and wellbeing sector in other ways.