De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy
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De Souza Dojo is a long-established Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Bournemouth, teaching since 1996 and formally based at its current location since 2007. The academy is led by Alex De Souza, a 5th-degree black belt and active international competitor with over 50 medals, including IBJJF European Championship and London International gold medals. Trained under Carlson Gracie Jr and Vitor "Shaolin" Ribeiro of Nova União, De Souza brings authentic Brazilian lineage to the academy. Classes include kids (ages 4-10), teens, and adults in both gi and no-gi, plus a dedicated ladies class. The academy hosts its own competition series, DSD Events, featuring the biannual Bournemouth Open attracting 600+ competitors globally.
- Address
- 26 Seabourne Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH5 2HT, United Kingdom
- Sports
- Jiu Jitsu
Training
- Affiliation
- IBJJF and Nova União
- Founded
- 2007
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Teen classes
- Women-only classes
- Beginners' course
- Open mat
- Private lessons
Your first visit
- Trial
- Intro offer · £15.00
- Visiting from another gym
- Visitors welcome
Timetable this week
Monday
Jiu JitsuPrivate lesson
IntermediateJiu Jitsu
ages 4–6
ages 7–10
ages 11+
Jiu Jitsu
Tuesday
Jiu JitsuPrivate lesson
IntermediateJiu Jitsu
ages 4–6
ages 7–10
ages 11+
Jiu Jitsu
Wednesday
Jiu JitsuPrivate lesson
IntermediateJiu Jitsu
ages 4–6
ages 7–10
ages 11+
Women onlyAngelika Glapiak
Jiu Jitsu
Thursday
Jiu JitsuPrivate lesson
IntermediateJiu Jitsu
ages 4–6
ages 7–10
ages 11+
Jiu Jitsu
Friday
Jiu JitsuPrivate lesson
IntermediateJiu Jitsu
ages 4–6
ages 7–10
ages 11+
Jiu Jitsu
Opening hours
- Monday - Friday
- 12:00-21:00
- Saturday - Sunday
- Closed
Prices
Per termAdultsCamp6 weeks paid upfrontKit includedInsurance included
£220.00Per termAdultsCamp6 weeks paid upfrontKit includedInsurance included
£220.00Per termAdultsCamp6 weeks paid upfront
£380.00Per termAdultsWomen onlyCamp6 weeks paid upfront
£220.00One-offAdultsTrial
£15.00MonthlyAdultsMembership12-month contract
£65.00MonthlyAdultsMembershipUnlimited12-month contract
£85.00MonthlyAdultsMembershipUnlimited12-month contract
£115.00YearlyAdultsMembership12 months paid upfront
£700.00YearlyAdultsMembershipUnlimited12 months paid upfront
£900.00YearlyAdultsMembershipUnlimited12 months paid upfront
£1,250.00Per termCamp3 months paid upfrontKit included
£195.00Per termCamp3 months paid upfrontKit included
£220.00One-offTrial
£10.00MonthlyMembership12-month contract
£45.00YearlyMembership12 months paid upfront
£495.00MonthlyMembership12-month contract
£55.00YearlyMembership12 months paid upfront
£605.00Per termAdd-onvalid 3 months
£165.00One-offAdultsPrivate lesson1 class
£70.00AdultsPrivate lesson5 classes
£280.00From the gym's website, checked 24 September 2026.
Coaches
- Alex De Souza
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Katie De Souza
Coach
- Angelika Glapiak
CoachJiu Jitsu · Purple Belt
Contact
- dojo@desouza.tv
- Website
- https://www.desouza.tv/
- @desouzadojo
Questions about De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy
Where is De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy?
De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy is at 26 Seabourne Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH5 2HT, United Kingdom.
Which sports does De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy teach?
De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy is listed for Jiu Jitsu.
Can I try De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy before joining?
Yes. De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy has an intro offer for £15.00.
When are the beginner classes at De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy?
De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy runs classes open to beginners on Monday 12:00, Monday 16:00 and Monday 16:40.
When is De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy open?
De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy is open Monday - Friday 12:00-21:00.
How much does De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy cost?
Prices at De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy: Adult Gi course (6 weeks): £220.00 a term, Adult No-Gi course (6 weeks): £220.00 a term, GI & NO GI COURSE BUNDLE: £380.00 a term, Ladies Gi course (6 weeks): £220.00 a term, Adult taster class: £15.00 one-off, BRONZE: £65.00 a month, SILVER: £85.00 a month, GOLD: £115.00 a month, BRONZE: £700.00 a year, SILVER: £900.00 a year, GOLD: £1,250.00 a year, Kids BJJ course (3 months, ages 4-10): £195.00 a term, Teens BJJ course (3 months, ages 11-15): £220.00 a term, Kids taster: £10.00 one-off, KIDS: £45.00 a month, KIDS YEAR UPFRONT: £495.00 a year, TEENS: £55.00 a month, TEENS YEAR UPFRONT: £605.00 a year, COURSE EXTENSION: £165.00 a term, Single: £70.00 one-off and 5 Sessions: £280.00.
Can I train at De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy when visiting from another gym?
Yes. De Souza Dojo BJJ Academy welcomes visitors from other gyms.
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