Real photographs from the academy’s official website: a class lined up on the mats, the cage and an adult grappling session in progress. Photo source
Allegiance Jiu-Jitsu Academy Derby
Brazilian jiu-jitsuMMAKids classesBeginnersWomen only
Brazilian jiu-jitsu, MMA
Styles
Free trial class
Price
Chaddesden
Area
Description
A Brazilian jiu-jitsu and MMA academy at Sawley Park on Nottingham Road, run for nearly 20 years as Gracie Barra Derby before it rebranded as Allegiance. The timetable covers fundamentals, intermediate and advanced gi classes, no-gi, adult MMA, Japanese jujitsu and a women-only BJJ class, with separate classes for children from small kids to teens.
Classes & facilities
Gi and no-gi BJJ from fundamentals to advanced
Adult MMA on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Women-only BJJ on Friday evenings
Before you visit
Book the free trial through the Derby school page or by phone first. Early 6am classes run on Monday and Friday.
Checked 27 October 2026 · Gym information.
Prices & membership
The academy offers a free trial class; membership prices are not published, so ask when you book.
Timetable
Classes Mon–Fri evenings (also 6am Mon and Fri); Sat 9am–2pm
Location
Approximate postcode location. Use the address for directions.
Address
Unit 3, Sawley Park, Nottingham Road, Derby DE21 6AQ
Derby, United Kingdom
