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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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  • 100% recommend these classes! You can learn safely at your own rhythm and with a friendly and welcoming group. The class are well structured and diversified. Joao goes above and... read more

    Quentin Poret
    December 14, 2022

    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

    I have been longing to come back to practice BJJ for a very long time. Joao has created an amazing community and I can’t wait for then next session.

    Lorenzo Olivati
    May 27, 2025
  • Great coaching, atmosphere. Especially if you stay in Canary Wharf.

    Matas Mockeliunas
    February 15, 2024

    It is a nice place to train. BJJ classes are well structured and professor Joao pay attention to each student and try to bring best out of them. we also... read more

    Nitin Rawal
    December 14, 2022

    Amazing atmosphere, great community. Classes conducted at a high level, teachers are always professional, helpful and with outstanding sense of humour. Everyone will learn something, regardless of their level of... read more

    ella sn
    April 15, 2024
  • Perfect place to start Jiu Jitsu, couldn’t recommend it enough.

    Luke Hedgecox
    November 14, 2023

    Started my journey with BJJ about 5 months ago and have been training with João for a month and I have learned a tone! João has a great, structured approach... read more

    Oskar Wismierski
    December 14, 2022

    Friendly and educational brazilian jiu jitsu classes ! Joao is patient with his teachings and gives detailed information on different techniques. Amazing and respectable people to work and spar with... read more

    Charles Anthony Chu
    April 14, 2023
  • 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

    Great Bjj gym, with nice ppl to roll with.

    Vladimir Caillé
    January 15, 2024

    I'm in the beginning of my BJJ journey and finding Canary Wharf BJJ has been great. The coaches have such amazing attention to detail, patience as well as fostering a... read more

    Jordan
    July 15, 2024
  • 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

    Joao is an excellent teacher for those who are worried about the experience I can reassure you that you won’t be disappointed. In the short time I have been... read more

    Dan Ayodele
    December 14, 2022

    Great club and teachers!

    Ayoub Bahlouli
    December 14, 2022
  • This club has an incredible atmosphere. The team are very skilled, and capable teachers. Everyone is very welcoming to beginners - and people new to martial arts join the club... read more

    Owen Perlo
    May 27, 2025

    Amazing gym, great mentality, knowledgeable and very welcoming people. Highly recommend.

    Hector Gosselin
    June 15, 2024

    Great place to learn BJJ from zero. Classes are structured and safe, newcomers are welcome.

    David Khudoyan
    April 15, 2024
  • Perfect gym for both experienced & new people at all ages

    Jack
    January 15, 2024

    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

    I've been training bjj for a few years and found this gem of a place a few months ago. João is a fantastic instructor and really strives to provide a... read more

    Christopher Chin
    May 15, 2024
  • I've been looking for BJJ academy for quite a while and finally found the right one. For me as a beginner it was really important to have a safe start... read more

    Wojciech Delążek
    March 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

    I recently joined this martial arts gym, and I couldn't be more impressed with their training programme. I am in my 40s with no prior experience in grappling and the... read more

    Sebastian L
    June 20, 2025
  • Perfect place to start Jiu jitsu! As a foreigner, starting a new physical pursuit in London was a big attempt. However, as soon as I set my feet on the... read more

    정하건
    July 14, 2023

    Great gym. Good teaching, family vibe.

    Jamie Ji
    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
  • João and his incredible team create a healthy environment where students of all levels can get what they need to progress within each session. I really would recommend CWBJJ to... read more

    Christy OConnor
    February 15, 2024

    Fantastic teacher who is proactive, fun and knowledgeable. Adored by the students.

    Marina Walker
    January 15, 2024

    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

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Start your martial arts journey in a friendly and supportive environment, where you’ll gain:

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

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