Ronin Grappling
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Ronin Grappling is an adult-focused Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy in Rutherglen, Greater Glasgow, founded in 2018 by head coach Giles Garcia. Training under Foundations Jiu Jitsu lineage and affiliated with BJJ Globetrotters, the gym emphasises inclusive training with a dedicated Women* & Non-Binary class, flexible pricing with hardship rates, and no long-term contracts. The schedule spans 16 weekly taught classes and 5 open mats across both gi and no-gi training, with a diverse coaching team and a focus on both fundamentals and competition preparation.
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-Gi
- Affiliation
- IBJJF, BJJ Globetrotters and Foundations Jiu Jitsu
- Founded
- 2018
Programmes
- Women-only classes
- Beginners' course
- Competition team
- Open mat
- Private lessons
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free first class
- Beginners
- No experience needed
- Visiting from another gym
- Book ahead
Timetable this week
Monday
Jiu JitsuNo-GiGiles Garcia
Jiu Jitsu
BeginnersJiu JitsuNo-GiTechnique
Jiu JitsuGiles Garcia
Jiu Jitsu
Tuesday
Jiu JitsuMartin Uhricek
Jiu Jitsu
BeginnersJiu JitsuNo-GiTechniqueScott Dickie
Jiu Jitsu
Wednesday
Jiu JitsuNo-GiMartin Uhricek
Jiu JitsuRichard Wood
Jiu JitsuNo-GiRichard Wood
Jiu Jitsu
Thursday
Jiu JitsuChris Gregg
BeginnersJiu JitsuNo-GiTechniqueGiles Garcia
Jiu JitsuWomen onlyCristiana Theodoli
Jiu Jitsu
Friday
Jiu JitsuLiam Sleigh
Jiu Jitsu3 months of trainingBen Affleck
Saturday
BeginnersJiu JitsuNo-GiTechniqueCristiana Theodoli
BeginnersJiu JitsuTechniqueGiles Garcia
Sunday
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu JitsuFree
Prices
MonthlyAdultsMembershipUnlimitedNo contract
£65.00MonthlyAdultsMembershipNo contract
£55.00MonthlyAdultsMembership8 classesNo contract
£45.00Per classAdultsDrop-in
£8.50Per classAdultsOpen mat
£6.50From the gym's website, checked 27 September 2026.
Coaches
- Giles Garcia
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Richard Wood
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Scott Dickie
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Martin Uhricek
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Cristiana Theodoli
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Scott Gillespie-Hamilton
Assistant coachJiu Jitsu · Brown Belt
- Chris Gregg
CoachJiu Jitsu · Purple Belt
- Christine Willshire
Assistant coachJiu Jitsu · Purple Belt
- Liam Sleigh
CoachJiu Jitsu · Purple Belt
- Ben Affleck
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
Contact
- Website
- https://roningrappling.com
- @roningrappling
Questions about Ronin Grappling
Where is Ronin Grappling?
Ronin Grappling is at 2nd Floor, 90 Main St, Rutherglen, Glasgow G73 2HZ, UK.
Which sports does Ronin Grappling teach?
Ronin Grappling is listed for Jiu Jitsu.
Can I try Ronin Grappling before joining?
Yes. Your first class at Ronin Grappling is free.
When are the beginner classes at Ronin Grappling?
Ronin Grappling runs classes open to beginners on Monday 12:00, Monday 16:30 and Monday 17:30.
How much does Ronin Grappling cost?
Prices at Ronin Grappling: BJJ IS LIFE: £65.00 a month, EARLY BIRDS: £55.00 a month, I HAVE A LIFE: £45.00 a month, PAYG: £8.50 a class and PAYG: £6.50 a class.
Can I train at Ronin Grappling when visiting from another gym?
Yes. Ronin Grappling welcomes visitors from other gyms.
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