Gracie Barra WS2 (Walsall)

*Formally known as GB WS1, now GB WS2, I am still training here and have not looked back since. They academy has moved location to a new amazing facility with plans to expand even bigger. There is a variety of classes from beginners to advanced classes to suit everyone and a yoga class once a week. With top class and friendly coaches, there is no better place to begin your Jiu Jitsu journey.*The above is an updated review from the one I left 6 months ago :)If you are considering starting Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and are hesitating for whatever reason then please come to Gracie Barra WS1 to try it out. It is an amazing academy with brilliant and friendly coaches who are very supportive and excellent in teaching the art. Even the students who have more experience are always willing to help the new beginners which makes you feel at ease and part of the family. I hesitated in joining but once I did I was addicted and now can’t get enough - and that is purely because of the people of GBWS1. Hope to see you on the mat :)

Safe place to learn fundaments, great coach and team! Best place to start your BJJ journey!

Highly recommend to anyone who wants to train BJJ, great family atmosphere, friendly coaches. Most of all, there is a good balance of being relaxed but when class starts everyone is in focus mode.Practically, there is a good mix of classes with varied times to suit everyone as well as BJJ focused yoga as an additional bonus to help with breathing and flexibility.

Great place to train. Started my journey as a complete beginner and the coach has been more than helpful and always happy to answer any questions.One of the few places where you are made to feel welcome and part of the team.

Dave and Emma are very welcoming. The coaching staff get the balance right between discipline and making the learning experience enjoyable. The facilities are always clean. Suitable for all levels.

I have trained under the Gracie Barra banner for over 5 years. I recently joined WS2 and have felt very welcome and instantly part of the family. It’s a very comfortable training space and feels like a real team. The banter is on point and the coaching staff are amazing. I can’t wait to continue my journey with you all.

I started training here about 5 months ago and can honestly say I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time so far! It’s such a great place to learn, the academy and facilities are top notch and coach David, Emma and everyone in the team are amazing!I would definitely recommend GB WS2 to anyone looking to start BJJ!

Been here for a while now and I couldn't think of a better place to train, great level of jiu jitsu and after having moved from another gym I really feel like I've found home, I would highly recommend to anyone from any background

I've been to a few different martial arts gyms/centres in my time, and hands down this is the best of them all.Coach Dave and his wife Emma, are a breath of fresh air. They are the perfect team when it comes to running this academy.They make everybody feel welcome, and take time to get to know you.Coach Dave and his team of coaches are amazing. They deliver this beautiful art form of Jiu-jitsu, in such a way that it is easy to digest and also fun to to learn.If you're looking to learn a martial art, get fit, or want to try something new, but are afraid of choosing a gym/academy...Then this is definitely the place to be.A friendly, family oriented gym, providing the best quality training, in a warm and clean environment.