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VIRTUS BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU

The premier, dedicated Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Submission Grappling academy, Virtus Cheltenham provides high quality instruction in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Submission Grappling for competitors and hobbyists in a welcoming and professional environment.

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Learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Cheltenham's premium dedicated Jiu Jitsu Academy

Whether you are joining the Virtus Team or attending one of our innovative beginners programs, from the moment you walk into the academy we want you to learn, have fun and enjoy your training. 

UKBJJA & IBJJF Registered head coach Chris Davis has developed programs for every level of experience. The complete beginner to the international competitor all have a place at The Virtus Academy. 

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Virtus Academy Training Programmes.
Programmes for every level of experience.

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VIRTUS BEGINNERS 
Our Popular Beginners Course

Our beginners course runs periodically throughout the year. If you have always wanted to try BJJ but are concerned about jumping into regular classes this is the course for you. We cover everything from the very basics. You will learn what Brazilian Jiu Jitsu actually is, what the goals and objectives are, the common terms, positions and how to apply basic ideas and techniques. Once completed you will be eligible to join the regular classes at VIRTUS, with a focus on our 'Concepts' Programme.

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CONCEPTS
The Virtus Fundamentals Programme

Not your average Fundamentals programme, Concepts will get you up to speed fast! Our innovative 12-week foundations programme focuses on the core principles and concepts that underpin Jiu Jitsu.


Rather than simply teaching techniques in isolation, our Concepts programme develops a deeper understanding of how and why Jiu Jitsu works, building the foundations for effective, adaptable and confident grappling.

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ADVANCED JIU JITSU (Gi)
The Virtus Gi Jiu Jitsu Programme

The Advanced Jiu Jitsu program follows a 'training block' format, where each month will have its own focus. Primarily for intermediate to advanced level students, over the course of each training block practitioners will refine specific techniques, sequences and approaches. All training blocks contain innovative positional and situational training approaches to embed the technical understanding in rolling and free exchange. 

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SUBMISSION GRAPPLING (No-Gi)
The Virtus No Gi Programme

Our No-Gi programme follows the same structured six-month training cycle as our Advanced classes, with a specific focus on the nuances of the  submission grappling.


Focusing on the unique demands of No-Gi, the programme explores advanced guards, positional control, wrestling and leg locks, combining technical instruction with live training to develop effective and well rounded skill in No-gi.

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COMPETITION TRAINING
The Virtus Athlete Preparation Programme

The infamous 'Comp Class' at Virtus Academy  is designed to test the practitioners skill, cardio and mental resilience. These 1.5 hour sessions are entirely focused on situational or positional sparring, rolling and randori (stand up Grappling). We utilize intelligent training design to ensure everyone in the room, regardless of fitness level or belt grade gets the maximum advantage from the session. 

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STUDY HALL SESSIONS
 Collaborative training sessions

Our Study Hall sessions provide an open, collaborative training environment where students can explore Jiu Jitsu, ask questions and find solutions to challenges they encounter in their training.

Rather than following a fixed syllabus, these sessions encourage experimentation, problem-solving and individual development, with guidance from our coaches to help students deepen their understanding
and refine their skills.

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COMPSQUAD
The Virtus Competitor  Programme

Virtus Academy is proud to offer limited places to athletes who wish to become elite level competitors. Coach Chris will help to guide these individuals in their journey towards national and international championships.

 These pathways are by selection only, but are open to all age and grade levels. The only pre-requisit is the athletes commitment!