ABOUT US
More Than Just A Gym
Cheltenham MMA & Jiu-Jitsu is built around real coaching, strong team culture and helping people improve at every level — from complete beginners to active competitors.
Real Coaching, Real Community
Cheltenham MMA & Jiu-Jitsu is more than just a place to train. It’s a team full of people who genuinely want to see each other improve — whether that’s building confidence, getting fitter, competing or simply trying something new. From hard training sessions to summer BBQs and Christmas nights out, we’ve created an environment where people support each other, enjoy the process and become a little better every time they step on the mats.Every year, we also travel to Croatia together as a team for a training camp — spending the week training, relaxing, renting villas and cars, eating out together and building even stronger friendships outside the gym. It’s all part of creating a community people genuinely enjoy being part of, both on and off the mats.
Meet The Coaches
Learn from experienced coaches who care about helping every member improve, whether you’re stepping onto the mats for the first time or preparing to compete.
Ben Rudman
MMA & BJJ Coach
- Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Blackbelt
- Judo Black Belt
- British Judo Association Coach
- England boxing amateur Coach
Ben creates a welcoming environment where members can work hard, improve their skills and enjoy training at the same time. Down to earth and approachable, he brings a balance of serious coaching, experience and good energy to every session.
Dave Boyes
BJJ Coach
- Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Blackbelt
Dave brings years of experience, competition knowledge and a genuine passion for the sport to every class. With his 1st Degree Black Belt coming this year, he’s respected both on and off the mats for his coaching, support and the way he helps everyone around him improve.
Ronnie Mann
MMA & BJJ Coach
- 3rd Degree Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Blackbelt
- 40 Pro MMA Fights
- 2 x World Titles
- Cage Rage, BAMMA, Cagewarriors, Sengoku, Shark Fights & Bellator Fighter
Ronnie has lived and breathed the sport for years, competing all over the world at the highest level of MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. His experience, knowledge and understanding of the game are worth their weight in gold, and he brings that into every session.
Sebastian Kazmierski
BJJ & Kids Coach
- Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Brownbelt
- IBJJF Silver & Bronze Medalist
- Judo Black Belt
- Judo Gold Medalist
Seb has been part of the team since before the gym even opened and has become a huge part of what Cheltenham MMA & Jiu-Jitsu is today. As both a BJJ and kids coach, he brings experience, patience and great energy to every session, helping members of all ages grow in confidence and skill on the mats.
Is This Gym Right For You?
If you’re looking for a welcoming place to train, improve your fitness, build confidence and be part of a good team, you’ll fit right in at Cheltenham MMA & Jiu-Jitsu. Whether your goal is competition, self-defence or simply trying something new, we’ll help you get started and improve at your own pace.
Cheltenham’s MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and boxing academy built for beginners, competitors and everyone in between.
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