Eastbourne - East Sussex

New to
jiu-jitsu?

Your first class is free. No experience, no gi, no problem.

First class free
No gi needed
Just turn up

“Take my 7 year old down to this gym for classes, fantastic coaches, great set up and highly recommend.” - michael modestou

“Great coaching and a very nice place to train, can't recommend enough!” - Sam Chambers

“Great training from coach Joe Middleton!” - Will Brooker

“Best club around! Very welcoming and top tier coaching. 10/10” - Martyn Luigi

“Great high level coaching, busy timetable, brilliant team environment and top quality mat space.” - Ryan Perkins

“Great experience here for the BJJ, staff are extremely friendly and very welcoming…” - Ben Knights

How it works

Your first class, step by step

Book your free class

Thirty seconds with the form - or skip it entirely and just turn up. Either works.

Turn up 10 minutes early

Shorts and a t-shirt are all you need. We will meet you at the door, show you around and pair you with a friendly partner.

Roll

A proper first session: warm up, learn a technique, try it with a partner. You will be sweating and smiling by the end.

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What we train

Find your class

Ages 6+

Kids

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All levels

Womens

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A grappler in a Novo rash guard steps over his partner's legs to pass the guard while another pair trains behind them

Submission grappling

No-Gi

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A Novo BJJ student being awarded a new belt at a gi grading

The foundation

BJJ Gi

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A woman throws a straight punch into her partner's raised gloves in an MMA class as another fighter shadow boxes behind

Mixed martial arts

MMA

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Two young Novo BJJ grapplers in a scramble on the mat in competition, one pressing down on the other

Takedowns

Wrestling

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Striking

Muay Thai

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360 tour

Take a look around first

Nervous about day one? Walk the mats, find the benches and see the medal wall before you arrive.

Inside Novo BJJ Eastbourne, looking down the blue mats from the door

Six spots, from the door to the trophy ledge

Prefer to browse? Open the full 360 tour page - every spot described, with photos.

The Novo Eastbourne team

You will not train alone

Beginners and black belts, one team on one mat. Every one of them started with a first class - and yours is free.

The Novo Eastbourne team, twenty-three members in a standing row and a kneeling row, on the blue mats under the club sign

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This week in Eastbourne

Timetable

Full timetable

Mon

17:00 Kids BJJ
18:00 MMA
19:00 Submission grappling

Tue

17:00 Kids BJJ
18:00 Womens grappling
19:00 BJJ

Wed

17:00 Kids BJJ
18:00 MMA
19:00 Muay thai

Thu

17:00 Kids BJJ
18:00 Wrestling
19:00 Submission grappling

Fri

17:00 Kids BJJ
18:00 BJJ
19:00 Submission grappling

Sat

10:00 Muay thai
11:00 Open mat

Novo Eastbourne members - the MAAT app

Your gym in your pocket

Novo Eastbourne runs on MAAT - the app built for jiu-jitsu clubs. Book your classes, manage your membership and keep track of your grading, all from your phone.

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Training at Hastings HQ? The app is Eastbourne only - HQ memberships are arranged at the gym. See Hastings HQ.

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Novo BJJ Eastbourne

August 2026

Upcoming classes

Kids (Gi) BJJ

17:00 - 18:00

1/30 attendeeDinko P.

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Women's Grappling

18:00 - 19:00

2/30 attendeesChloe R.

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BJJ (Gi)

19:00 - 20:00

3/30 attendeesJack D.

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Life at Novo

From the mats

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A full no-gi class drills guard passing in pairs on the blue mats under the Novo Eastbourne sign

A girl raises her hand to answer a question as two coaches sit on the mats facing the kids class under the club sign

A coach demonstrates a clinch on a partner in shin guards while the rest of the MMA class watches from across the room

Novo BJJ competitors on the podium at a jiu-jitsu championship

The kids class sits and stands along the wall under the club sign, watching a coach demonstrate a technique on a partner

A coach in a Novo rash guard watches over two pairs drilling guard passes in a no-gi class

Simple pricing

Train every day

All prices

Best value

Gym & Classes

Full gym access plus every class on the timetable

£85 per month

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Classes Only

Unlimited classes, no gym floor

£70 per month

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2 Classes a Week

Two classes each week - ideal to get started

£55 per month

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Annual Classes

Twelve months of unlimited classes, paid once

£700 per year

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Walk In

Drop in for a single session

£10 per session

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Just visiting? £10 walk-in available.

What our members say

Straight from the mats

Reviews left by members and parents on Google.

Adam Cronin

Novo BJJ is by far the best around!! Jack and dinko the coaches in Eastbourne are amazing and have helped my son so much…
Mistaharrison6

From the moment I joined, I felt welcomed and part of the team. The coaches are knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely care about helping everyone improve, regardless of their experience level…
Scott Kennedy

Amazing team, amazing coaches with such a friendly atmosphere. When I first started jujitsu 3 years ago I was very anxious about starting but soon got over it as everyone was so inviting and welcoming.
Ben Knights

Great experience here for the BJJ, staff are extremely friendly and very welcoming…
Tamzin Keatley

My little girl has been with novo just over a year now. Her confidence has sky rocketed and has just started to compete. It's like 1 big family in there, the coaches are phenomenal and go above and beyond not just for the children but the…
Jon Miles

I've been attending this gym for more than 6 months now and I can safely say that it is up there with one of the best I've been to. It's so well run and I've learnt so much in a short space of time. The coaching team are great to be around…
ben askaroff

Awesome gym, coaches are high level and loads of classes to choose from. Nice bunch of people and good atmosphere too. Definitely recommend 👊🏼
Jon Curtis

I couldn't be happier with my sons experience at this BJJ school. The coach is incredibly patient and tolerant, taking the time to really support him and build his confidence. It's clear that a lot of care goes into making sure every child…
michael modestou

Take my 7 year old down to this gym for classes, fantastic coaches, great set up and highly recommend.
Jo Page

We have always had an outstanding experience with NOVO Eastbourne, which has been an indispensable part of my sons' lives since they were young. The team's dedication, support, and enthusiasm have not only helped them grow as individuals…
ash mugasa

Novo Eastbourne is genuinely one of the best martial arts environments I've been part of. The culture they've built is positive, disciplined, and incredibly welcoming. whether you're a complete beginner, a parent looking for a kids' class…
Katie Fenton

Really friendly and welcoming atmosphere with no egos and great coaching across MMA styles from dedicated teachers. Immaculately clean and safe environment for everyone, with quality sessions and mentorship provided.
Jack Duffy

Professional coaches, clean safe environment and welcoming to all levels from beginners to elite athletes.
Paul Draper

Outstanding coaching in both BJJ and wrestling - I was genuinely impressed. The instruction is top-tier, but what truly sets this place apart is the welcoming, positive culture. The environment is filled with excellent role models…
kayz shaw

So welcoming and friendly great team atmosphere and great jiu-jitsu/wrestling/mma coaches recommend to anyone 🫶
Elliot Beesley

Great team, welcoming atmosphere which is so important in a gym. Wouldn't want to train anywhere else ❤️
Leigh Williams

Amazing gym, coaches are high level and great at teaching to a higher standard. Very welcoming atmosphere, couldn't recommend enough 👊🏼
will goldsmith

Best BJJ/MMA gym in the eastbourne area. Friendly and welcoming to people of all levels. Cannot recommend enough.
Caitlin Roberts

Novo Eastbourne is a brilliant environment for training and meeting a great bunch of like minded people. They cater for a range of ages genders & levels with a variety of classes…
Dinko Pehlic

Everyone welcome, offering MMA, grappling, Muay Thai and kids classes at the highest level.
Adam Cronin

Novo BJJ is by far the best around!! Jack and dinko the coaches in Eastbourne are amazing and have helped my son so much…
Mistaharrison6

From the moment I joined, I felt welcomed and part of the team. The coaches are knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely care about helping everyone improve, regardless of their experience level…
Scott Kennedy

Amazing team, amazing coaches with such a friendly atmosphere. When I first started jujitsu 3 years ago I was very anxious about starting but soon got over it as everyone was so inviting and welcoming.
Ben Knights

Great experience here for the BJJ, staff are extremely friendly and very welcoming…
Tamzin Keatley

My little girl has been with novo just over a year now. Her confidence has sky rocketed and has just started to compete. It's like 1 big family in there, the coaches are phenomenal and go above and beyond not just for the children but the…
Jon Miles

I've been attending this gym for more than 6 months now and I can safely say that it is up there with one of the best I've been to. It's so well run and I've learnt so much in a short space of time. The coaching team are great to be around…
ben askaroff

Awesome gym, coaches are high level and loads of classes to choose from. Nice bunch of people and good atmosphere too. Definitely recommend 👊🏼
Jon Curtis

I couldn't be happier with my sons experience at this BJJ school. The coach is incredibly patient and tolerant, taking the time to really support him and build his confidence. It's clear that a lot of care goes into making sure every child…
michael modestou

Take my 7 year old down to this gym for classes, fantastic coaches, great set up and highly recommend.
Jo Page

We have always had an outstanding experience with NOVO Eastbourne, which has been an indispensable part of my sons' lives since they were young. The team's dedication, support, and enthusiasm have not only helped them grow as individuals…
ash mugasa

Novo Eastbourne is genuinely one of the best martial arts environments I've been part of. The culture they've built is positive, disciplined, and incredibly welcoming. whether you're a complete beginner, a parent looking for a kids' class…
Katie Fenton

Really friendly and welcoming atmosphere with no egos and great coaching across MMA styles from dedicated teachers. Immaculately clean and safe environment for everyone, with quality sessions and mentorship provided.
Jack Duffy

Professional coaches, clean safe environment and welcoming to all levels from beginners to elite athletes.
Paul Draper

Outstanding coaching in both BJJ and wrestling - I was genuinely impressed. The instruction is top-tier, but what truly sets this place apart is the welcoming, positive culture. The environment is filled with excellent role models…
kayz shaw

So welcoming and friendly great team atmosphere and great jiu-jitsu/wrestling/mma coaches recommend to anyone 🫶
Elliot Beesley

Great team, welcoming atmosphere which is so important in a gym. Wouldn't want to train anywhere else ❤️
Leigh Williams

Amazing gym, coaches are high level and great at teaching to a higher standard. Very welcoming atmosphere, couldn't recommend enough 👊🏼
will goldsmith

Best BJJ/MMA gym in the eastbourne area. Friendly and welcoming to people of all levels. Cannot recommend enough.
Caitlin Roberts

Novo Eastbourne is a brilliant environment for training and meeting a great bunch of like minded people. They cater for a range of ages genders & levels with a variety of classes…
Dinko Pehlic

Everyone welcome, offering MMA, grappling, Muay Thai and kids classes at the highest level.

Martin Hayman

I wouldn't want to train anywhere else. The coaches are the best, and I train with a great bunch of people. Great atmosphere, high level training, and they produce winners 🏅
Conor Day

As a complete beginner to the sport I can say that Novo is incredibly welcoming, all of the people and coaches have been encouraging, helpful and just great to be around. 10/10 recommendation
Mustapha Muhammad

BEST GYM IN THE COUNTRY!! Really good BJJ gym with a great atmosphere. Everyone is welcoming and the coaches are knowledgeable, patient and genuinely want to help you improve…
Luke Bernstein

Best gym in Eastbourne
Chris M

My son William has started going to Novo BJJ recently, and he loves it. We've been so impressed - the training is fantastic, teaching the kids discipline and confidence as well as self defence (and it's fun). I can't recommend it highly enough.
mason Lisondra

Training at this gym has truly been one of the best decisions I have ever made. From day one, my coach Jack Duffy has gone above and beyond, not just teaching technique, but investing in me as a person. His patience, attention to detail, and…
Harvey

Was nervous to attend on my first lesson but couldn't have had a warmer welcome. Everyone is very friendly and the coaches excellent
Jasmine Thomas

Can't fault novo, most welcoming and supportive bjj gym! competing or not the coaches are invested in each students progression and take pride in everyones learning. They have close and healthy relationships with other bjj gyms, they care…
King Chak Lee

Being back from previous injury. I thought I could go and start again. I have been to a few gyms. Novo Eastbourne is one of the gyms that has the nice vibe, people are nice and very approachable…
daniel murray

Joined club beginning of this year from another one and loving it, good vibe in the gym and great coaching for both jiu jitsu and wrestling!
Sam Chambers

Great coaching and a very nice place to train, can't recommend enough!
Sarah Fry

We've had such a positive experience at NOVO Eastbourne. Since she started kickboxing, my 9-year-old daughter has grown so much in confidence and ability. It's been wonderful to see her develop not only her skills in…
Kira-Jade Marsh

NOVO have the highest quality coaches with so much experience. They make you feel welcome even as a complete beginner. The coaches Chloe, Jack and Dinko are the reason you return. The whole gym is friendly and welcoming with unmatched…
Mark&Jodie Langridge

I honestly can't say enough great things about Novo Eastbourne. The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, friendly and genuinely invested in helping every student grow whether you're stepping on the mats for the first time or…
Will Brooker

Great training from coach Joe Middleton!
Richard Canton

Great instructors, very informative, and a great team atmosphere. Everyone helping and pushing each other to get better. Highly recommended.
Simone' Bloem

Best jiu jitsu gym around! Best coaches! Best training partners! Best bants! I have learnt so much from all of the coaches and love the women's only class.
Martyn Luigi

Best club around! Very welcoming and top tier coaching. 10/10
Ryan Perkins

Great high level coaching, busy timetable, brilliant team environment and top quality mat space.
Martin Hayman

I wouldn't want to train anywhere else. The coaches are the best, and I train with a great bunch of people. Great atmosphere, high level training, and they produce winners 🏅
Conor Day

As a complete beginner to the sport I can say that Novo is incredibly welcoming, all of the people and coaches have been encouraging, helpful and just great to be around. 10/10 recommendation
Mustapha Muhammad

BEST GYM IN THE COUNTRY!! Really good BJJ gym with a great atmosphere. Everyone is welcoming and the coaches are knowledgeable, patient and genuinely want to help you improve…
Luke Bernstein

Best gym in Eastbourne
Chris M

My son William has started going to Novo BJJ recently, and he loves it. We've been so impressed - the training is fantastic, teaching the kids discipline and confidence as well as self defence (and it's fun). I can't recommend it highly enough.
mason Lisondra

Training at this gym has truly been one of the best decisions I have ever made. From day one, my coach Jack Duffy has gone above and beyond, not just teaching technique, but investing in me as a person. His patience, attention to detail, and…
Harvey

Was nervous to attend on my first lesson but couldn't have had a warmer welcome. Everyone is very friendly and the coaches excellent
Jasmine Thomas

Can't fault novo, most welcoming and supportive bjj gym! competing or not the coaches are invested in each students progression and take pride in everyones learning. They have close and healthy relationships with other bjj gyms, they care…
King Chak Lee

Being back from previous injury. I thought I could go and start again. I have been to a few gyms. Novo Eastbourne is one of the gyms that has the nice vibe, people are nice and very approachable…
daniel murray

Joined club beginning of this year from another one and loving it, good vibe in the gym and great coaching for both jiu jitsu and wrestling!
Sam Chambers

Great coaching and a very nice place to train, can't recommend enough!
Sarah Fry

We've had such a positive experience at NOVO Eastbourne. Since she started kickboxing, my 9-year-old daughter has grown so much in confidence and ability. It's been wonderful to see her develop not only her skills in…
Kira-Jade Marsh

NOVO have the highest quality coaches with so much experience. They make you feel welcome even as a complete beginner. The coaches Chloe, Jack and Dinko are the reason you return. The whole gym is friendly and welcoming with unmatched…
Mark&Jodie Langridge

I honestly can't say enough great things about Novo Eastbourne. The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, friendly and genuinely invested in helping every student grow whether you're stepping on the mats for the first time or…
Will Brooker

Great training from coach Joe Middleton!
Richard Canton

Great instructors, very informative, and a great team atmosphere. Everyone helping and pushing each other to get better. Highly recommended.
Simone' Bloem

Best jiu jitsu gym around! Best coaches! Best training partners! Best bants! I have learnt so much from all of the coaches and love the women's only class.
Martyn Luigi

Best club around! Very welcoming and top tier coaching. 10/10
Ryan Perkins

Great high level coaching, busy timetable, brilliant team environment and top quality mat space.