Lions Gym
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Lions Gym is a Coventry MMA academy established in 2010, offering Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi and No-Gi), MMA, K1 Kickboxing, Boxing and wrestling for adults, alongside dedicated programmes for kids aged 7-14 and Lion Cubs aged 3-6. Led by founder Rajinder Charl, an IBJJF BJJ black belt trained under Braulio Estima, with head coach James Dixon who has trained here since age 15, the academy combines technical excellence with community. MMA coach Andre Winner is a UFC veteran and stablemate of Ross Pearson. Members enjoy a free 7-day trial, rolling no-contract memberships and access to a dedicated strength and conditioning area.
- Address
- 32-42 East Street, Coventry, CV1 5LS, United Kingdom
- Sports
- Jiu Jitsu · MMA · Kickboxing · Boxing · Wrestling
Training
- Styles
- Kickboxing · K-1
- Founded
- 2010
Programmes
- Open mat
- Kids classes
- Beginners' course
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free trial · 7 days
Timetable this week
Monday
Kidsages 3–6
K-1Kidsages 7–14
Jiu JitsuNo-GiJames Dixon
AdvancedK-1James Dixon
Tuesday
Jiu JitsuKidsages 7–14
James Dixon
Jiu JitsuNo-GiKidsages 7–14
Cage workJames Dixon
Jiu JitsuRaj Charl
Wednesday
K-1Kidsages 7–14
James Dixon
AdvancedJiu JitsuNo-GiJames Dixon
Thursday
Jiu JitsuKidsages 7–14
Jiu JitsuNo-GiAndre Winner
Jiu JitsuNo-GiKidsages 7–14
Jiu JitsuRaj Charl
K-1Andre Winner
Friday
K-1Kidsages 7–14
Kidsages 3–6
K-1Makhan Charl
Jiu JitsuNo-GiJames Dixon
StrikingJames Dixon
Saturday
Jiu JitsuRaj Charl
Makhan Charl
Jiu JitsuKidsages 7–14
Jiu JitsuNo-GiKidsages 7–14
Opening hours
- Monday
- 16:30-21:00
- Tuesday
- 16:30-21:30
- Wednesday
- 16:30-21:00
- Thursday
- 16:30-21:30
- Friday
- 16:30-21:00
- Saturday
- 08:00-12:30
- Sunday
- Closed
Prices
MonthlyAdultsMembership3 times a weekNo contract
£75.00MonthlyAdultsMembership5 times a weekNo contract
£95.00MonthlyAdultsMembershipUnlimitedNo contract
£115.00Monthlyages 7–14Membershiptwice a weekNo contract
£40.00Monthlyages 7–14Membership4 times a weekNo contract
£50.00Monthlyages 7–14MembershipUnlimitedNo contract
£60.00MonthlyKidsages 4–6Membershiptwice a weekNo contract
£40.00From the gym's website, checked 24 September 2026.
Coaches
- Rajinder Charl
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- James Dixon
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black BeltMMAKickboxingBoxing
- Andre Winner
CoachMMA · ProfessionalJiu JitsuKickboxing
- Makhan Charl
CoachKickboxingBoxing
- Michael Fishwick
CoachJiu Jitsu · Brown Belt
Facilities
- Weights area
- Lockers
Contact
- team@lionsgym.co.uk
- Website
- https://lionsgym.co.uk/
- @lionsgym
Questions about Lions Gym
Where is Lions Gym?
Lions Gym is at 32-42 East Street, Coventry, CV1 5LS, United Kingdom.
Which sports does Lions Gym teach?
Lions Gym is listed for Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Kickboxing, Boxing and Wrestling.
Can I try Lions Gym before joining?
Yes. Lions Gym lets you train free for 7 days.
When are the beginner classes at Lions Gym?
Lions Gym runs classes open to beginners on Monday 17:15, Monday 17:15 and Monday 18:00.
When is Lions Gym open?
Lions Gym is open Monday 16:30-21:00; Tuesday 16:30-21:30; Wednesday 16:30-21:00; Thursday 16:30-21:30; Friday 16:30-21:00; Saturday 08:00-12:30.
How much does Lions Gym cost?
Prices at Lions Gym: Adult Bronze: £75.00 a month, Adult Silver: £95.00 a month, Adult Gold: £115.00 a month, Kids/Cubs Bronze (7-14): £40.00 a month, Kids/Cubs Silver (7-14): £50.00 a month, Kids/Cubs Gold (7-14): £60.00 a month and Lion Cubs (4-6): £40.00 a month.
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