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Our Instructors
Introducing our four instructors, who have all completed their British Ju-jitsu Association Governing Body Level 3 Coaching Certification and have over 60 years experience between them in total!
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4th Dan
Rich, Head Instructor
Rich is our head instructor at Bishop Challoner Ju-jitsu Club. He has been training for over 20 years and has a wealth of knowledge to share with his students.
"Ju-jitsu and this club have have been a major part of my life for over 20 years. My closest and longest friendships have been founded at this club. Instructing in this art is my passion. I enjoy passing on my knowledge to enable students to defend themselves and also help them develop confidence in the rest of their lives."
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2nd Dan
Gareth
Gareth has been training with us for nearly 12 years now. He completed his 1st Dan grading in December 2021 and has now qualified as a certified coach. He is also a blue belt in Brazilian Jiujitsu and regularly attends yoga.
"BCJJC has been part of my life for over ten years now. I've worked my way up from white belt to becoming a black belt and qualified instructor, and it's such a good feeling! I love training and sharing techniques with new members and I look forward to seeing how the club develops in the coming years."
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1st Dan
Ashley
Ash has been training alongside Rich since he was a teenager. He progressed to black belt all the way back in 2016 and continues to develop his skills after becoming a certified instructor.
"BCJJC is a great Ju-Jitsu club with fantastic instructors with a wealth of knowledge. They are really amazing training sessions which provide good techniques for real life situations. There is a friendly atmosphere, which helps put people at ease and a good social side if that's something you're looking for."
2nd Dan
Mark
Mark is one of our longest attending members, joining nearly ten years ago. He reached black belt back in December 2021, grading alongside Gareth and earning his instructor certification earlier this year. Mark also trains in Brazilian Jiujitsu & Judo.
"At BCJJC you are always learning something new and developing skills. It is, without a doubt, the highlight of my week and is an exciting challenge and great fun. I have progressed in the discipline over the years and look forward to helping to instruct new, and current members, in the future!"
