Joseph
My son loves the club. Great mix of fun and discipline, would happily recommend. Ben and PJ both great teachers
One of the highest level BJJ gyms in London. Top notch coaching
Specialized in No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Submission Grappling
Welcome to Los Banditos Academy, London's premier youth-focused No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) training facility. We specialize in developing young grapplers aged 7-18 while also offering high-level adult training programs.
What is No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
No-Gi BJJ is a dynamic form of grappling that focuses on practical self-defense and sport competition without traditional martial arts uniforms. Unlike traditional BJJ where practitioners wear a heavy cotton uniform (the "gi"), No-Gi participants wear light, athletic clothing - typically compression shorts/pants and a rash guard.
Key Benefits of No-Gi Training:
More closely resembles real-world self-defense scenarios
Develops explosive movement and quick thinking
Emphasizes body control and natural movement
Great for building confidence and physical fitness
Highly effective for sport competition and mixed martial arts
Amazing club, Joe is a fantastic teacher and everyone is super friendly
Amazing club, all the coaches are exceptional
Adult Training
For adults, we offer intensive daily training sessions Monday through Friday, 11:00-13:00. These sessions are designed for intermediate to advanced practitioners looking to sharpen their skills in a competitive environment.
Class Structure
Kids Classes (7-12): Focus on fundamentals through games and drills
Teens Classes (13-18): More advanced techniques and live rolling
Adult Classes: Technical training and live rolling
Beginners Courses: Introduction to fundamental movements and safety
Headcoach Joe Lennon
Joe was raised in the local neighborhood and at the age of 16 discovered Jiu Jitsu at the prestigious Roger Gracie Academy, which at the time was situated on Kensal Road. Joe immediately took to Jiu Jitsu and developed a love for the sport. He was a natural from the get go and became one of the fastest developing students of Jiu Jitsu in the country.
He went on to compete at national and international level to great success. His passion for teaching and ability to coach children and teenagers soon became evident and he has since dedicated his life to the pursuit of coaching. The results speak for themselves and he is the proud coach of the best juvenile team in the UK and Europe having recently won the IBJJF European Juvenile trophy and the ADCC UK Championship 2024.
Coach PJ
PJ serves as Los Banditos Academy's assistant coach, bringing high-level No-Gi expertise developed through extensive training at the prestigious New Wave Jiu-Jitsu under Gordon Ryan and John Danaher. His experience training at one of the world's premier No-Gi academies brings a unique technical perspective to Los Banditos.
Working alongside Head Coach Joe Lennon, PJ helps develop the next generation of grapplers through detailed technical instruction and a modern approach to No-Gi submission grappling. His coaching style emphasizes systematic learning and practical application of techniques.
Coach Ben
Ben serves as an assistant coach at Los Banditos Academy, holding a Purple Belt under Roger Gracie. Training alongside Head Coach Joe Lennon, he brings technical precision and attention to detail characteristic of the Roger Gracie lineage.
His teaching approach combines fundamentally sound Jiu-Jitsu with engaging instruction, making him particularly effective with our youth programs. Ben's dedication to the art and patient teaching style helps create an encouraging learning environment for students of all levels.
Age: 16
Titles: IBJJF European NO GI Absolut champion…
Start: Niko started as a beginner with Joe aged 10.
Quote: “Joe has changed my life. His instruction and care has led me to find a sport that i have decided to dedicate my life to. He has guided me to win countless juvenile championships both in gi and no-gi Jiu Jitsu”
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Sponsor:
Henry
Age: 16
Start: Henry started with joe aged 8
Titles: IBJJF No Gi Champion 2024
Quote: “I am naturally brilliant at most things, including Jiu Jitsu. I have added a lot to joes team. He is lucky to have me.”
Tommy
Age: 18
Start: Tommy started with Joe aged 6
Titles: IBJJF NO GI BLUE BELT SILVER MEDALIST 2024
Quote: “Training under Joe has changed my life. He is the best coach ever. Under his guidance i have achieved goals i never imagined and gained some of the best friends i could hope for at the club.”
LOS BANDITIOS SCHEDULE
SGC SCHEDULE
MON / TUE / FRI
18:15-19:45
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ALL LEVELS
19:45-21:15
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ADVANCED
WED / THUR
18:15-19:15
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BEGINNER
19:15-21:15
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ADVANCED
SUN
14:30-16:00
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OPEN MAT
PRICING
Membership
£125
Youth -18
£100
Joint LBC & SGC Membership
£250 -20% £200
2 Classes at LBC &2 Classes at SGC
per Week
£180
2 Classes at Los Banditos per Week
£100
Drop in £20
Youth £15
Members £10
NO JOINING FEE | CANCEL ANYTIME
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CALL OR TEXT
+44 7395 504214
EMAIL
contact@losbanditos.club
LOCATION
150 Barlby Rd, London W10 6BS
