Embrace The Grind
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Embrace The Grind, known to its members as The Church, is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA academy based in a unit on an Ipswich industrial estate. It was founded by Jason Galyean, a second-degree BJJ black belt and former professional MMA fighter, and the black belts on the coaching team trace their lineage to Lee Catlin. The timetable covers gi and no-gi grappling, MMA sparring, boxing and K1 striking, with separate children's jiu-jitsu and wrestling classes. Early-morning and evening sessions suit people fitting training around work. Alongside its combat classes the club runs women's fitness sessions, a holiday club and Band Of Brothers, a men's mental health group built around jiu-jitsu. Beginners of all levels are welcome.
- Address
- 11 Bailey Close, Hadleigh Road Industrial Estate, Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 0UD, United Kingdom
- Sports
- Jiu Jitsu · MMA · Boxing · Kickboxing · Wrestling
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-GiKickboxing · K-1
- Founded
- 2016
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Women-only classes
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free first class
- Beginners
- No experience needed
Timetable this week
Monday
Kidsages 3–11Jason Galyean
KickboxingK-1StrikingJason Galyean
Jiu JitsuJason Galyean, Sam Clark
Tuesday
Dennisa Macovei
StrikingHenry Bacon
Jason Galyean
Wednesday
Jiu JitsuDorin Amitroaie
Kidsages 3–11Jason Galyean
KickboxingK-1StrikingJason Galyean
Jiu JitsuJason Galyean
Thursday
Jason Galyean
Jason Galyean
Friday
Jiu JitsuSam Clark
Jiu JitsuDorin Amitroaie
Saturday
Jason Galyean
Jason Galyean
Dennisa Macovei
Prices
One-offAdultsMembershipUnlimitedvalid 3 monthsKit included
£250.00MonthlyAdultsMembership
£60.00MonthlyMembership
£40.00Per classDrop-in1 class
£10.00From the gym's website, checked 5 October 2026.
Coaches
- Jason Galyean
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black BeltMMA · ProfessionalKickboxing
- Steve Wright
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Sam Clark
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Dennisa Macovei
CoachWrestling
- Dorin Amitroaie
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Henry Bacon
CoachBoxing
Contact
- Website
- https://etgbjj.co.uk
- @etg_the_church
Questions about Embrace The Grind
Where is Embrace The Grind?
Embrace The Grind is at 11 Bailey Close, Hadleigh Road Industrial Estate, Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 0UD, United Kingdom.
Which sports does Embrace The Grind teach?
Embrace The Grind is listed for Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Boxing, Kickboxing and Wrestling.
Can I try Embrace The Grind before joining?
Yes. Your first class at Embrace The Grind is free.
When are the beginner classes at Embrace The Grind?
Embrace The Grind runs classes open to beginners on Monday 06:30, Monday 18:00 and Monday 19:30.
How much does Embrace The Grind cost?
Prices at Embrace The Grind: Starter Kit: £250.00 one-off, Unlimited Training: £60.00 a month, Kids Training: £40.00 a month and PAYT Training: £10.00 a class.
Gyms near Embrace The Grind
Fortitude Brazilian Jiu JitsuUnmanaged listing0.1 km away · Fortitude Gym, 5 Brunel Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 0HB, United KingdomJiu Jitsu · Judo · Kickboxing
Ipswich Combat AcademyUnmanaged listing0.9 km away · TruGym Ipswich, 204 Ranelagh Rd, Ipswich IP2 0AQJiu Jitsu · Kickboxing
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