Carpe Diem BJJ London
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Carpe Diem is a boutique BJJ academy teaching both Gi and No-Gi through a constraints-led approach—task-based games instead of traditional drilling. Based in Borough, London, it's the UK's first dojo of Carpe Diem BJJ, a Tokyo-founded international organization established in 2013. The school welcomes all levels, from kids aged 6 to advanced practitioners, with classes seven days a week. They offer beginner courses, women-only sessions, open mats, and private coaching. Located near Borough tube station, the gym combines international affiliation with a community focus on game-based learning.
- Address
- Unit A, 16-18 Marshalsea Road, Borough, London, SE1 1HL, United Kingdom
- Sports
- Jiu Jitsu
Training
- Affiliation
- Carpe Diem BJJ
- Founded
- 2017
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Teen classes
- Women-only classes
- Beginners' course
- Open mat
- Private lessons
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free first class
- Visiting from another gym
- Visitors welcome
Timetable this week
Monday
Jiu JitsuNo-GiDaniel Gharai, Edward Dingley
Jiu Jitsuages 6–11Daniel Gharai, Aishah Morris
Jiu JitsuTeensages 11–15Daniel Gharai, Aishah Morris
BeginnersJiu JitsuDaniel Gharai
IntermediateJiu Jitsu
Jiu JitsuNo-GiDaniel Gharai
Tuesday
BeginnersJiu JitsuEdward Dingley
BeginnersJiu JitsuNo-GiEdward Dingley
Jiu JitsuNo-GiWilliam Nichols
IntermediateJiu Jitsu
BeginnersJiu JitsuDaniel Gharai
Wednesday
BeginnersJiu JitsuNo-GiDaniel Gharai
Jiu JitsuDaniel Gharai
Jiu JitsuEdward Dingley
IntermediateJiu Jitsu
BeginnersJiu JitsuNo-GiEdward Dingley
Thursday
Jiu JitsuDaniel Gharai
BeginnersJiu JitsuDaniel Gharai
Jiu Jitsuages 6–11Daniel Gharai, Edward Dingley
Jiu JitsuTeensages 11–15Daniel Gharai, Edward Dingley
BeginnersJiu JitsuNo-GiEdward Dingley
IntermediateJiu Jitsu
Jiu JitsuEdward Dingley
Friday
Jiu JitsuNo-GiEdward Dingley
Jiu JitsuDaniel Gharai
IntermediateJiu Jitsu
Saturday
Jiu Jitsuages 6–11Daniel Gharai, Edward Dingley, Aishah Morris
Jiu JitsuTeensages 11–15Daniel Gharai, Edward Dingley, Aishah Morris
Jiu JitsuWomen onlyAishah Morris
BeginnersJiu JitsuDaniel Gharai, Edward Dingley
Jiu JitsuDaniel Gharai, Edward Dingley
Sunday
BeginnersJiu JitsuNo-GiDaniel Gharai, Edward Dingley
Jiu JitsuDaniel Gharai, Edward Dingley
Prices
Per termAdultsCamp12 classestwice a weekMonThu90 min
£199.00MonthlyAdultstwice a week
£110.00MonthlyAdults
£140.00Per termAdults6 months paid upfront
£770.00YearlyAdults1 year paid upfront
£1,540.00MonthlyAdultsWomen onlyUnlimited
£100.00MonthlyTeensUnlimitedStudents
£95.00Monthlyages 6–15Unlimited
£80.00Per classAdultsDrop-inVisitors
£20.00WeeklyDrop-invalid 1 weekVisitors
£80.00MonthlyDrop-invalid 1 monthVisitors
£160.00Per classVisitors
£10.00Per class
£10.00Per classRental
£2.00From the gym's website, checked 24 September 2026.
Coaches
- Edward Dingley
Head coachJiu Jitsu
- Daniel Gharai
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Aishah Morris
CoachJiu Jitsu
- William Nichols
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Liam
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Nick
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Ryan
CoachJiu Jitsu
Contact
- Website
- https://carpediembjj.co.uk
- @carpediembjj_london
Questions about Carpe Diem BJJ London
Where is Carpe Diem BJJ London?
Carpe Diem BJJ London is at Unit A, 16-18 Marshalsea Road, Borough, London, SE1 1HL, United Kingdom.
Which sports does Carpe Diem BJJ London teach?
Carpe Diem BJJ London is listed for Jiu Jitsu.
Can I try Carpe Diem BJJ London before joining?
Yes. Your first class at Carpe Diem BJJ London is free.
When are the beginner classes at Carpe Diem BJJ London?
Carpe Diem BJJ London runs classes open to beginners on Monday 07:00, Monday 15:45 and Monday 16:45.
How much does Carpe Diem BJJ London cost?
Prices at Carpe Diem BJJ London: 6-Week Beginners Course: £199.00 a term, Standard Membership: £110.00 a month, Unlimited Membership: £140.00 a month, Unlimited Membership: £770.00 a term, Unlimited Membership: £1,540.00 a year, Women's Membership: £100.00 a month, Student Membership: £95.00 a month, Kids/Youth Membership: £80.00 a month, 1 Day: £20.00 a class, 1 Week: £80.00 a week, 1 Month: £160.00 a month, Open Mat (visitor): £10.00 a class, Gi Rental: £10.00 a class and towel: £2.00 a class.
Can I train at Carpe Diem BJJ London when visiting from another gym?
Yes. Carpe Diem BJJ London welcomes visitors from other gyms.
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