We offer world-class level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction for individuals, families, and Police Officers of the Greater Manchester area and is a reference for fitness, character development, self-defence, martial art, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for the communities of Bolton, Walkden, Swinton, Atherton, Leigh and Wigan.

The Roger Gracie Bolton classes are aligned with the RGA Program Structure developed by 10 times World Champion Roger Gracie to meet specific learning needs from people with different ages, gender and levels. Our clean, friendly, and progress oriented environment allows the students to have a challenging, inspirational, and warm learning and training experience that always make them feel like coming back.

RGA Bolton is for anyone who values discipline, wellness, martial art, respect, and is looking for a well-balanced lifestyle. It doesn’t matter if you are a person with no training background that wants to lose weight or learn self-defence, a busy businessman looking for a stress relieving activity, a parent searching for something to complement the education of your kids, or an experienced martial artist aiming for the further development of your fighting skills, come to the school.

We are sure you will find at our school an exciting and challenging place that will allow you to achieve your goals.

Professor Barry Crowther

Black Belt | Head Coach | Founder

2nd Degree Black Belt and Head Coach, Professor Barry trained for 8 years in the USA, before returning to the UK. He concentrated on building an academy to invite all new comers into the BJJ Lifestyle and show people in the UK the impact Jiu Jitsu can make on their lives.

Professor Julie

Black Belt | Head Coach

Our first female Black Belt at the club, Professor Julie has been training hard since the club was just a few mats in the corner of a cold, damp warehouse. The club has come a long way since then and so has Julie, she is a model for what BJJ can do to confidence levels and has a passion for helping women develop the skills to defend themselves whilst navigating a traditionally male-dominated sport.

Coach Tom

Brown Belt

Coach Tom is a long-standing, popular member of the club, keen practitioner and tough competitor. He coaches the busy Wednesday Fundamentals and never shies away from a roll after class or during our live training sessions.

Professor Ian

Black Belt | Ambassador

Professor Ian is a great ambassador for the academy being one of the original founder members, and earning his black belt solely under the tutelage of Professor Barry Crowther.

Ian has a wealth of experience in various martial arts disciplines but after finding BJJ became hooked on the lifestyle. Ian is an active member of the Sunday rolling sessions, where he is more than happy to assist students with technique.

With daily classes in our dedicated Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy, we are sure that regardless of your current commitments you can find time to train. Please see our timetable for opening times. Book a Call and See if BJJ will Work for You.

Jiu-Jitsu classes at RGA Bolton are perfect for any adult in Bolton who wants to learn a new skill in a safe, challenging, and family friendly  environment. We offer programs for all skill levels, so you can choose to focus on the fundamentals of BJJ or train to get your Black Belt.

       Our RGA Kids program is structured similarly to adult courses, with adaptations and modifications made to reach the different age ranges in the class. Jiu-Jitsu classes for children begin with the building blocks that are needed to teach the fundamentals of Jiu-Jitsu.

Add the perfect boost to your fitness routine with coach-led sessions built around safe, ergonomic movement. Our instructors help you strengthen body and mind so you feel energised, confident, and capable of more than you thought possible. These classes naturally complement your training, building endurance, mobility, and balance while reinforcing skills you’ll use in everyday life.

Private classes are available. Please click the button below and send a message via our Contact Page with information about your requirements and we will match you with one of our Professors or Coaches.

The Roger Gracie Bolton classes are aligned with the RGA Program Structure developed by 10 times World Champion Roger Gracie to meet specific learning needs from people with different ages, gender and levels. Our clean, friendly, and progress oriented environment allows the students to have a challenging, inspirational, and warm learning and training experience that always make them feel like coming back.

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