Kaizen Academy
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Kaizen Academy is a Lancaster combat sports club teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in both gi and no-gi, kickboxing and MMA for adults, plus structured classes for children from the age of three and junior groups up to fourteen. The name comes from the idea of continuous improvement, and the coaching leans on fundamentals and positional work. Beginners have dedicated entry points, while competition preparation sessions and open mats serve more experienced members. The club is a certified IBJJF academy and is connected with the sister gym Scramble Academy Leeds, giving a pathway to high-level BJJ training. Facilities include a strength and conditioning area, a bag room, separate changing rooms with showers, on-site parking and step-free access.
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-Gi
- Affiliation
- IBJJF and Scramble Academy Leeds
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Beginners' course
- Competition team
- Open mat
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free first class
- Beginners
- No experience needed · From age 3
- Visiting from another gym
- Mat fee £15.00 · Book ahead
Timetable this week
Monday
Jiu JitsuKidsages 9–14
Jiu Jitsu
Tuesday
Kidsages 9–14
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsu
Wednesday
Kidsages 9–14
Jiu Jitsu
Thursday
Jiu JitsuKidsages 9–14
Jiu Jitsu
Friday
Jiu Jitsu
Saturday
ages 3–5
ages 6–8
Jiu JitsuKidsages 9–14
BeginnersJiu Jitsu
Sunday
CompetitionJiu JitsuGiTechniqueAndrea Siem
Jiu Jitsu
Opening hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 16:00-21:00
- Friday
- 17:30-21:00
- Saturday
- 08:30-16:00
- Sunday
- 12:00-15:00
Prices
MonthlyAdultsMembership2-month contract
£79.00MonthlyAdultsMembership2-month contractStudents
£69.00MonthlyMembershiponce a week2-month contract
£45.00MonthlyMembership2-month contract
£55.00MonthlyAdultsMembershipNo contract
£99.00MonthlyAdultsMembershipNo contractStudents
£89.00MonthlyMembershiponce a weekNo contract
£59.00MonthlyMembershipNo contract
£72.00One-offDrop-in
£15.00Per class
£5.00From the gym's website, checked 4 November 2026.
Coaches
- Michael Wood
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Kieran O'Brien
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black BeltKickboxing
- Joe Butler
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black BeltMMA
- Kenny Murphy
CoachKickboxing
- Andrea Siem
CoachJiu Jitsu · Purple Belt
Facilities
- Parking
- Step-free access
- Showers
- Changing rooms
- Women's changing room
- Weights area
Contact
- @kaizenlancaster
Questions about Kaizen Academy
Where is Kaizen Academy?
Kaizen Academy is at Ridge Ln, Lancaster LA1 1EB, UK.
Which sports does Kaizen Academy teach?
Kaizen Academy is listed for Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing and MMA.
Can I try Kaizen Academy before joining?
Yes. Your first class at Kaizen Academy is free.
When are the beginner classes at Kaizen Academy?
Kaizen Academy runs classes open to beginners on Monday 18:00, Monday 19:30 and Tuesday 16:30.
When is Kaizen Academy open?
Kaizen Academy is open Monday - Thursday 16:00-21:00; Friday 17:30-21:00; Saturday 08:30-16:00; Sunday 12:00-15:00.
How much does Kaizen Academy cost?
Prices at Kaizen Academy: Adult Unlimited: £79.00 a month, Student Unlimited: £69.00 a month, Kids Weekly: £45.00 a month, Kids Unlimited: £55.00 a month, Adult Unlimited: £99.00 a month, Student Unlimited: £89.00 a month, Kids Weekly: £59.00 a month, Kids Unlimited: £72.00 a month, PAYG day pass: £15.00 one-off and Rental: £5.00 a class.
Can I train at Kaizen Academy when visiting from another gym?
Yes. Kaizen Academy welcomes visitors from other gyms; the mat fee is £15.00.
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