Combat sports academy — Ilford, East London
Martial arts, taught as a craft.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Nogi Grappling and Kickboxing — structured, intelligent coaching for adults and children, from your first class to the competition mat.
coaching
The Academy
Fundamentals first. Progression always.
Every class follows a clear curriculum designed to help you improve safely and consistently — whether you train for fitness, self-defence, confidence or competition.
We're known for a welcoming culture, high coaching standards and a strong sense of community in the heart of Ilford.
4
Disciplines, one system
5+
Kids classes from age five
6/7
Days of training a week
IG1
Central Ilford location
Adult programs
Four disciplines, one standard.
Kids programs · Ages 5–12
Confidence they carry off the mats.
Safe, structured, age-appropriate training in BJJ, MMA and striking — with anti-bullying principles, discipline and self-belief at the core. Carefully supervised, always.
Kids programs
The coach
Khalid
Ismail
Founder and head coach, with over 25 years on the mats across Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Nogi Grappling, Kickboxing and MMA — from first-day beginners to athletes preparing for high-level competition.
His approach is rooted in fundamentals, progression and longevity: structured, intelligent training that builds skill, confidence and resilience.
4–1
Pro record
UCMMA
Champion
25+
Years coaching
From our members
Word from the mats.
The coaching here is on another level. Every session has a clear structure and I've improved more in six months than I did in years elsewhere.
I started as a complete beginner and never felt out of place. The instructors break everything down and the community is genuinely welcoming.
My son has grown so much in confidence and discipline since joining the kids classes. The coaches are patient, safe and brilliant with children.
Structured, intense and rewarding. The nogi classes completely transformed my grappling and carried straight over into my MMA.
Fantastic striking program. My fitness, technique and confidence have all gone through the roof. Highly recommend to anyone on the fence.
How to join
Joining is simple.
STEP 01
Get in touch
Call, email or send an enquiry — we'll match you or your child to the right class and reserve a spot.
STEP 02
Come train
Arrive 15 minutes early in comfortable sportswear. Your first session is fully guided by our instructors.
STEP 03
Make it yours
Choose the membership that fits your schedule and make training part of your week — no long contracts.
Ilford, East London
Train in the heart of Ilford.
Frenford Youth Club, The Jack Carter Centre, The Drive, Ilford IG1 3PS — minutes from Ilford station and Gants Hill, serving Seven Kings, Barkingside, Redbridge and East London.