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Head Coach

Joao has over 8 years of experience as a black belt, under Luiz Ribeiro from London Fight Factory. During his journey, he has acquired a significant amount of knowledge learning from different reputable sources including several elements from the Gracie family and World renowned competitors.
The Canary Wharf Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Club focuses on providing you the best possible experience, by learning through a carefully crafted methodology in a safe and fun environment.

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  • A growing and vibrant community with the goal of learning the art of Brazilian Jujitsu! Amazing place lead João who is a great teacher!!

    Irvin Magno
    February 15, 2024

    Friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable, channelling, well-organised, respectful - what more can I say? An absolute pleasure to train here.

    Tim Whiting
    May 27, 2025

    João is an excellent teacher! My brother currently attends his classes and leaves them with a massive smile on his face, excited for his next lesson. Everyone is so incredibly... read more

    Siamah Begum
    December 14, 2022
  • I been training at CWBJJ for nearly 2 months now and I must say I absolutely love it. Training is very well planned, we get sent weekly syllabus of what... read more

    dee Paul
    December 11, 2023

    I started as a beginner a few months ago, I can say it's really fun, Joao is super helpful always there to drive you. Very... read more

    Diamantis Kalogiannidis
    March 14, 2023

    I been training at CWBJJ for nearly 2 months now and I must say I absolutely love it. Training is very well planned, we get sent weekly syllabus of what... read more

    Deepika Bangarh
    December 15, 2023
  • Amazing coach . Can only recommend it to everyone! Started it 7 months ago and regret that I should have started 15 years ago

    Paulo Muwonge
    December 14, 2022

    Great club, tried a few in the past and this one is definitely the best for a number of reasons. Firstly, they teach a style of BJJ that I... read more

    Kathleen Cummins
    July 15, 2024

    Been training with João and the team for almost 3 months now and it has been great. Friendly and fun environment with great sessions and a growing schedule of classes... read more

    Matthew Power
    March 14, 2023
  • Great place to train. Good people and attentive coach!

    ms256
    December 14, 2022

    I’d never been part of any martial arts club or ever trained properly, within 5 minutes of arriving it was clear that this was the perfect place for me. The training... read more

    Guy Berry
    May 27, 2025

    We have been there for 4 classes so far. My 5 year old is enjoying it a lot and also he is learning some self defence techniques with the same... read more

    Ramji Kannan
    August 14, 2023
  • Excellent instructors and great mat culture. A safe, respectful and clean gym to learn BJJ. All the classes are structured and so you have a clear idea of what you... read more

    J Kim
    April 15, 2024

    A great BJJ community of passionate athletes from all skill levels. You will always be welcomed, respected and then humbled!

    Mikhail Man
    February 15, 2024

    Perfect gym for both experienced & new people at all ages

    Jack
    January 15, 2024
  • I started BJJ with Joao and I learned from him so much. I like how he approaches the classes and focuses a lot on the technics. I love that we... read more

    Földesi Lénárd
    December 14, 2021

    Really enjoyed my experience at Canary Wharf BJJ. The coach is very helpful and community is super friendly

    Manu Hegde
    February 15, 2024

    I'm new to martial arts and have really enjoyed the classes here. The teachers are very helpful and friendly and the club has a nice community feel which makes it... read more

    Fawzia Rehman
    July 15, 2024
  • Definitely recommend this place. Instructor is great with the kids. My son has been attending for couple years and absolutely loves it.

    Ruhel Amin
    August 14, 2023

    Great place to train. Very welcoming environment. Joao is an excellent coach and takes time to explain everything during sessions and helps out with any areas students are struggling... read more

    Jamil L
    December 14, 2022

    Great teacher and good atmosphere! Joao is very patient and explains every move in details. Lovely and friendly training partners. Highly recommended!

    Zhao
    December 14, 2022
  • I was terrified starting BJJ as a very small woman but have never once been made to feel like I couldn’t do it! Everyone is lovely and so supportive. Ladies... read more

    Alice Schofield
    June 15, 2024

    Great coaching, atmosphere. Especially if you stay in Canary Wharf.

    Matas Mockeliunas
    February 15, 2024

    Joao is an excellent coach, very patient. His goal is that no matter your level from beginner to competitor you will find what you are looking for during the classes.... read more

    Thibaud Saint-Romain
    July 15, 2024
  • Canary Wharf BJJ is a fantastic place to train! I could not recommend highly enough. Headed up by the knowledgable and lethal João you’re sure to learn well and learn... read more

    Anthony Baston
    September 14, 2023

    Joao run fun clases for younger kids as well as great sessions for adults. My son is always happy to go and train.

    Andzelika Borowska
    December 14, 2021

    Amazing club to learn not just proper BJJ, but also real self-defence. BJJ, No Gi, Real fight situation and some MMA techniques. This is one of the few places... read more

    Gonzalo C.S
    December 14, 2022
  • Highly recommended. João is an exceptional BJJ instructor who excels in nurturing children's confidence and fostering friendships.

    Andre Figueiredo
    January 15, 2024

    This place was clean and nice, and I like it because it was disinfected and cleaned every day and the people were

    whdmstp
    July 14, 2023

    Great club and teachers!

    Ayoub Bahlouli
    December 14, 2022

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1 – Self defense skills
2 – Physical and mental wellbeing
3 – Self Confidence

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