FIGHTZONE LONDON

est. 2012

Welcome to our London-based Martial Arts Gym, founded in 2012 with a passion for providing high-quality training in a supportive and friendly environment. Over the years, we have grown into a community of dedicated martial artists, offering over 150 classes a week across a range of disciplines, including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, MMA, Judo, and more.

Our team of experienced and knowledgeable instructors bring a wealth of expertise to our classes, ensuring that each student receives personalized attention and guidance to help them achieve their goals. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner, we offer a welcoming and inclusive space for you to learn and grow.

Our facilities are fully equipped with top-of-the-line equipment, including a full-sized ring, and three huge mat spaces, providing a safe and controlled environment for training. We also offer a range of amenities, including changing rooms, showers, and a pro shop, so you can make the most of your time with us.

At our gym, we believe that martial arts training is not just about physical fitness, but also mental and emotional growth. Through our classes, we aim to instill discipline, confidence, and resilience in our students, empowering them to become the best version of themselves both inside and outside of the gym.

Join our community today and experience the benefits of martial arts training for yourself. We look forward to seeing you on the mat!

How it started

In 2012, Checkmat’s black belt Marco Canha enters London, England, with the intent of competing in a few European grappling events. While in the United Kingdom’s capital, he befriended a local BJJ enthusiast by the name of James Roach (Coto), the two, together with Marco’s wife Cristina Sempere, would join forces in October 2012 and launch a martial arts gym in East London.

The prime coaching skills of Marco Canha combined perfectly with Roach’s business knowledge, himself being a former business assessor, and with Sempere’s managerial expertise. These three skillsets were a match made in heaven for a jiu-jitsu academy, with their gym — FightZone London — growing from strength to strength with each passing year.

Located on Pritchard’s Road, a short walk from London’s busy Broadway and Flower Markets also proved to be a fantastic site for their gym, and within 3 years the Academy’s booming business was forced to open an extra floor of matted space to cater for the continuous demand for all combats sports provided at FightZone which include BJJ, Muay Thai, boxing, MMA and Freestyle-Wrestling.

Who are we today?

Fightzone London is a team of 40 coaches and staff from all different backgrounds who share the same goal: to make Martial Arts accessible to everyone!

We work closely with the local council and schools to offer free lessons and programs to those with less access to sports and recreation.