Finchley Ju-Jitsu
Traditional martial arts training for practical self-defence
If you are looking to learn an effective martial art for practical self-defence while improving your fitness, confidence, and overall health, Japanese Jiu-Jitsu could be exactly what you are looking for.
Japanese Jiu-Jitsu is one of the oldest martial arts still practised today, with roots dating back to 7th century Japan where it was developed and used by the Samurai on the battlefield. Combining striking, throws, grappling, joint locks, and ground fighting techniques, it is a complete martial art designed to help practitioners defend themselves in real-life situations.
In Brief:
- Practical Japanese Ju-Jitsu self-defence training
- mprove fitness, confidence, flexibility, and discipline
- Learn throws, grappling, strikes, locks, and groundwork
- Traditional Samurai battlefield martial art
- Ideal for beginners and experienced students
- Friendly club based in Southgate, North London
Today, Japanese Jiu-Jitsu continues to influence many modern combat sports and martial arts systems including MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), and Krav Maga. Its effectiveness in standing combat, clinch work, and groundwork has made it highly respected within the martial arts world.
Many professional MMA fighters have successfully used Jujutsu techniques inside the cage thanks to its practical and adaptable fighting methods.

Our style of traditional Japanese Jiu-Jitsu preserves the authentic battlefield techniques of the Samurai while also providing modern self-defence training suitable for beginners and experienced martial artists alike. Training helps improve fitness, flexibility, coordination, discipline, and self-confidence in a friendly and supportive environment.
Our club is based in Southgate, North London, just a short journey from Finchley and surrounding areas including North Finchley, East Finchley, West Finchley, Muswell Hill, Barnet, Whetstone, Woodside Park, Friern Barnet, Golders Green, Hendon, Mill Hill, and Enfield.
Finchley Martial Arts & Self Defence
1st Class is Free!
Come train with us for free. Without obligation, no pressure.
We concentrate on the basics. You will learn the most important basic techniques of Japanese Jiu-Jitsu. Our classes cover the most important aspects of training including warm-ups, learning to roll, break-fall, striking and kicking drills, self-defence and ground grappling. and an introduction to throwing techniques.
The free class takes place on Mondays at the Bourne Church in Southgate at 8.30pm
To attend your FREE introduction class please call Carla on 07940 527 863 or fill out the form at the bottom of the page providing the required information and we will contact you.
Jiu-Jitsu for Self Defence
Jiu-Jitsu is the martial art of choice for practical street self defence.
Muay Thai, Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Aikido, Karate and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo,and Krav Maga all incorporate life-saving techniques used long go by the Samurai in Japan
Our Training includes punches & kicks, submission techniques, restraint techniques, groundwork & stand up techniques
Suitable for all ages, shapes, and sizes, our training is perfect for both men and women who want to get in shape, learn the art of jiu-jitsu and learn practical self-defence.
If you live in Finchley , then hop over to our Southgate club for the best training of your life!
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