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Jiu-Jitsu School in Salford

Empowering Salford since 2020

More than a membership. Somewhere you belong.

“I Joined RGA Salford in May and just gained my 1st stripe.”

Philip Critchley
Training at RGA Salford

Founder's message

Most martial arts schools sell you a timetable. They hope you keep paying.

The mats are open. The instructor shows up. Whether you get better is up to you.

When I started running RGA Salford, I made a decision. That is not what we would build.

The room has a standard. You arrive early. You take the hard rounds. You tell your training partner the truth about what you saw. You make the people around you better.

Nobody is going to ask you to do any of this. That is the point.

This is not a fight gym. It is not a drop-in. It is an academy for people who want to be held to something.

If that sounds like what you have been looking for, you are probably right.

Professor MikeHead coach and founder, RGA Salford

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Training at RGA Salford

Who are we for?

You expect a professional environment. Clean mats, qualified coaches and a structured programme from day one.

You want something the whole family does. Your child starts, then you join, and it becomes part of your week.

You are here for the long term. Not a hobby you try for a month. A skill that builds over years.

Training at RGA Salford

Who are we not for?

People shopping for the cheapest option. We are not the cheapest and never will be.

People who think this is just about fighting. Nobody here trains to hurt anyone.

Parents looking for another term-by-term activity. This is not swimming lessons. It is a life skill.

Our standards

Three rules that shape everything we do.

  • Adults training Jiu-Jitsu at RGA Salford

    Selfless Ambition

    Get better every session. But not just for yourself. The best people at this academy make the room stronger every time they show up.

  • Adults training Jiu-Jitsu at RGA Salford

    Unforgiving Candour

    We say what we mean. If something isn't working, you'll hear it. If you're doing well, you'll hear that too.

  • Adults training Jiu-Jitsu at RGA Salford

    Unreasonable Effort

    Do more than you need to. Show up early, stay late, and do things nobody asked you to do. That's the standard here.

Values we teach in every kids session

  • Respect

    Treating people how you would like to be treated.

  • Discipline

    Keep showing up. Even when you don't want to.

  • Courage

    Doing the thing even though you're scared to do it.

  • Humility

    Know your strengths and weaknesses. Be willing to learn.

What members say

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  • Great gym, great coaches!!

    Danny cunninghamGoogle review
  • My son loves going to Roger Gracie.

    Katie AgiusGoogle review
  • Really good academy, and clear instructions on drills.

    Dale TealGoogle review