Not at all. Many of our students begin with no previous martial arts experience. Our classes are welcoming and technical, and our instructors will help you build your knowledge step by step.

All our BJJ classes are mixed-levels and open to beginners. This is a great opportunity to learn with someone with a little more experience and guide you through new moves and techniques.Please check our current timetable and book your class in advance before attending.

No. You don’t need to get fit before joining, training is one of the ways you can gradually improve your fitness. You can work at your own pace while developing your strength, mobility, coordination and cardiovascular fitness.

BJJ can be started at many different ages, and plenty of people begin as adults. Training can be adapted to your current ability and fitness level. If you have an existing injury or medical condition, please seek appropriate medical advice and speak to the instructor before joining the class.

Absolutely! Women are welcome across our adult BJJ programme, and we aim to provide a friendly and respectful training environment.You can also visit our dedicated BJJ for Women page to learn more about starting at AOM.

For your first class, wear comfortable sports clothing such as leggings, shorts or jogging bottoms and a fitted T-shirt or rashguard. We will be able to lend you a gi (kimono) for your first class.Please avoid clothing with zips, metal fastenings, pockets or anything that could catch on another person during training. Jewellery, watches and fitness trackers must also be removed.

No. You do not need to buy a gi before trying your first class. Comfortable, suitable sports clothing is enough to get started. We will also be able to lend you a gi.If you decide to continue training, the instructor will advise you on what to buy and which classes require a gi.

Classes generally include a warm-up, technical instruction, time to practise the techniques with a partner and, where appropriate, positional training or rolling.The exact structure may vary depending on the class and the experience level of the students attending.