EK BJJ - Eddie Kone Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
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EK BJJ - Eddie Kone Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
1, London
# Eddie Kone Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
EK BJJ is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Walthamstow, East London, founded and led by Eddie Kone, a 4th Degree Black Belt with direct lineage to the Gracie family—the founders of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. With over 25 years of experience, the academy teaches authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu rooted in real-world self-defence and personal development rather than competition alone.
The academy serves a broad demographic: complete beginners, experienced martial artists, children, women, and law enforcement professionals. Classes are structured for all skill levels, from absolute novices to advanced practitioners preparing for competition. What distinguishes EK BJJ is its uncompromising connection to the pure Gracie lineage—tracing back through Royler Gracie and Rickson Gracie to Helio Gracie himself. This heritage translates into teaching methodology focused on efficiency, technique, and practical application.
Beyond traditional gi-based Jiu-Jitsu, the academy offers complementary programmes in striking and clinching, takedowns and throws, and no-gi grappling. The specialised law enforcement programme demonstrates their commitment to practical self-defence skills. Training happens in a deliberately welcoming, inclusive environment where respect and safety are paramount—a notable distinction in martial arts communities.
Located on Sutherland Road minutes from Blackhorse Road station, with classes running six days a week across morning and evening slots, EK BJJ balances accessibility with serious martial arts instruction.
EK BJJ is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Walthamstow, East London, founded and led by Eddie Kone, a 4th Degree Black Belt with direct lineage to the Gracie family—the founders of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. With over 25 years of experience, the academy teaches authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu rooted in real-world self-defence and personal development rather than competition alone.
The academy serves a broad demographic: complete beginners, experienced martial artists, children, women, and law enforcement professionals. Classes are structured for all skill levels, from absolute novices to advanced practitioners preparing for competition. What distinguishes EK BJJ is its uncompromising connection to the pure Gracie lineage—tracing back through Royler Gracie and Rickson Gracie to Helio Gracie himself. This heritage translates into teaching methodology focused on efficiency, technique, and practical application.
Beyond traditional gi-based Jiu-Jitsu, the academy offers complementary programmes in striking and clinching, takedowns and throws, and no-gi grappling. The specialised law enforcement programme demonstrates their commitment to practical self-defence skills. Training happens in a deliberately welcoming, inclusive environment where respect and safety are paramount—a notable distinction in martial arts communities.
Located on Sutherland Road minutes from Blackhorse Road station, with classes running six days a week across morning and evening slots, EK BJJ balances accessibility with serious martial arts instruction.
Services offered
Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classesKids Jiu-Jitsu programmeWomen's classesNo-Gi grapplingStriking and clinching trainingTakedowns and throws instructionLaw enforcement specialist trainingFree introductory classes