Fordes BJJ
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Fordes BJJ is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu and wrestling club based in a village hall building in St Mary Cray, Orpington. The academy is led by black belt Matt Ludlow, who trains in the London Grapple lineage under Ross Nichols, and is known for its leg-lock specialism. Classes are split between Gi and NoGi, with a women's NoGi class, juniors' groups, wrestling sessions and several open mats each week. The coaching team is made up of active competitors who have fought at IBJJF and Polaris events. Memberships carry no contract and no joining fee, every membership includes a free trial class, and there is free parking behind the building for members and visitors.
- Address
- 175-177 Village Hall, St Mary Cray High Street, St Mary Cray, Orpington, Kent, BR5 4AX
- Sports
- Jiu Jitsu · Wrestling
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-Gi
- Affiliation
- London Grapple
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Women-only classes
- Open mat
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free first class
- Visiting from another gym
- Mat fee £15.00
Timetable this week
Monday
No-GiMatthew Ludlow
No-GiMatthew Ludlow
KidsWill Nichols
Will Nichols
No-GiWill Nichols
Tuesday
Matthew Ludlow
Wednesday
KidsMatthew Ludlow
No-GiMatthew Ludlow
Matthew Ludlow
Friday
Jiu JitsuNo-GiTechniqueMatthew Ludlow
No-GiWomen onlyMartina Zola
No-GiMatthew Ludlow
Jiu JitsuJordan Cogan
Saturday
No-GiKidsGeorge Grainger
No-GiGeorge Grainger
Jiu JitsuJordan Cogan
Sunday
Tommy Collings
Jiu JitsuNo-GiJordan Cogan
Opening hours
- Monday - Friday
- 07:00-21:00
- Saturday
- 10:00-13:00
- Sunday
- 19:00-20:30
Prices
Per classDrop-in1 classNo contract
£15.00Drop-invalid 1 dayNo contract
£20.00MonthlyKids3 times a weekNo contract
£50.00MonthlyAdultsWomen onlyNo contractOpen mats included
£40.00MonthlyAdultsNo contractOpen mats included
£80.00From the gym's website, checked 6 November 2026.
Coaches
- Matt Ludlow
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Martina Zola
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Will Nichols
CoachJiu Jitsu · Brown Belt
- George Grainger
CoachJiu Jitsu · Brown Belt
- Tommy Collings
CoachJiu Jitsu · Brown BeltWrestling
- Jordan Cogan
CoachJiu Jitsu · Purple Belt
Facilities
- Parking
Contact
- Website
- https://fordesbjj.co.uk/
- @fordesbjj
Questions about Fordes BJJ
Where is Fordes BJJ?
Fordes BJJ is at 175-177 Village Hall, St Mary Cray High Street, St Mary Cray, Orpington, Kent, BR5 4AX.
Which sports does Fordes BJJ teach?
Fordes BJJ is listed for Jiu Jitsu and Wrestling.
Can I try Fordes BJJ before joining?
Yes. Your first class at Fordes BJJ is free.
When are the beginner classes at Fordes BJJ?
Fordes BJJ runs classes open to beginners on Monday 07:00, Monday 11:00 and Monday 18:00.
When is Fordes BJJ open?
Fordes BJJ is open Monday - Friday 07:00-21:00; Saturday 10:00-13:00; Sunday 19:00-20:30.
How much does Fordes BJJ cost?
Prices at Fordes BJJ: CLASS PASS: £15.00 a class, DAY PASS: £20.00, JUNIOR BJJ MEMBERSHIP: £50.00 a month, WOMEN'S MEMBERSHIP: £40.00 a month and ADULT BJJ MEMBERSHIP: £80.00 a month.
Can I train at Fordes BJJ when visiting from another gym?
Yes. Fordes BJJ welcomes visitors from other gyms; the mat fee is £15.00.
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