Highbury Jiu Jitsu

‍City of London Academy Highbury Grove, 8 Highbury Grove, N5 2EQ

At Highbury Jiu Jitsu Club we teach Japanese Jiu-Jitsu and practical self defence suitable for anyone; any size, weight or strength
We are based in Highbury, Islington, where we offer martial arts classes to juniors aged 8-17 and adults 18+‍

‍Tuesdays :
Adults 7pm - 9pm

‍Cost :
£8 per session‍

‍Wednesdays :
Juniors 6pm - 7.30pm
Adults 7.30pm - 9pm‍

‍Cost :
£20 per calendar month
£8 per session‍

‍Beginners are welcome and your first session is FREE! To start your free trial class complete the online form*

A student fighting for a standing submission

Intro to Jiu Jitsu at Highbury

Watch our video showing various jiu jitsu techniques below! If this video does not load, you can watch it here

How do I start? Complete the online form then contact us to confirm your interest

Club News

2nd February 2026 : February is rolling strong on the mats at Highbury Jiu Jitsu. Our calendar this month includes our London regional training event on Saturday 21st February, where beginners can learn alongside more experienced members, build confidence, and enjoy the supportive, inclusive atmosphere that defines our martial art. Please speak to one of our instructors for more details.

18th January 2026 : Our 2026 classes are now in full swing. Beginners are welcome to attend a trial class—simply complete and submit the online form in advance. Adult places are currently available, while junior enrolment is temporarily paused due to oversubscription.

4th January 2026 : Happy New Year! Our first class of 2026 takes place on Tuesday 6th January. It’s a good opportunity to ease back into routine after Christmas while learning practical self-defence in a supportive environment. The first class is completely free for beginners — simply complete and submit the online form in advance. Adult spaces are currently available, while junior places are being allocated from our waiting list.