Adults · all levelsAdult BJJ
Gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for adults, from complete beginners upwards.
Start Here
Your first class starts here
Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for adults and juniors in Barnsley. Start with a free trial week — no experience required, no pressure.
Who this is for
Built for first-timers
Whether you are stepping onto the mats yourself or looking for a junior class, Start Here walks you through the free trial with no pressure.
Adults new to BJJ
Never trained before? Fundamentals classes are built for first-timers, and coaches guide you through the basics.
Parents with juniors
Junior Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu runs for ages 8–12, including gi and no-gi sessions. See the timetable for current times.
Anyone curious about a free trial
Start with a free trial week — book a suitable class, come and train, and see if Flow State is right for you. No experience needed.
Why beginners succeed
You do not need experience to start
Flow State runs beginner-friendly classes for adults and juniors in Barnsley. Consistency matters more than where you start.
No experience required
You do not need any martial arts background. Fundamentals classes are built for first-timers.
Start at your own pace
Come as you are. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu builds fitness as you train — consistency matters more than where you start.
Know what to wear
Comfortable clothes you can move in — shorts or joggers and a t-shirt. Bring water.
Adults and juniors welcome
Classes are available for adults and juniors aged 8–12.
Free trial week
How your free trial works
Three simple steps — book, choose a class, and come and train.
Book your free trial
Get in touch to arrange your free trial week. No experience required.
Choose a suitable class
Use the weekly timetable to find a beginner-friendly BJJ Gi Fundamentals session, or ask the team to help you choose.
Attend your free trial week
Come and train, meet the coaches and other members, and see if Flow State is right for you.
Structured intake
Prefer a fixed 6-week beginner course?
Flow State Foundations is a beginner-only no-gi academy — six Tuesday evening sessions, a small intake, and a training kit included. It sits alongside the free trial week as another way to start.
First class
What to expect in your first class
A clear welcome, a shared warm-up, and fundamentals practiced at a pace that suits you.
A clear welcome
You'll be welcomed by a coach and shown where to put your kit — ask anything before you start.
Warm-up with the group
You'll warm up with the class so you settle into the room at a comfortable pace.
Fundamentals and drilling
You'll work through fundamentals and drilling with a partner at a pace that suits you.
Preparation
What to wear
Keep it simple for your first visit. The team will explain anything else you need for gi and no-gi classes.
Comfortable athletic clothes
Shorts or joggers and a t-shirt or rash guard — anything you can move in.
Bring water
Stay hydrated. Everything else for gi and no-gi classes can be explained by the team.
No gear required to begin
You do not need a gi for your first visit. Coaches will let you know what you need next.
Pathways
Adult or junior — choose your path
Adult BJJ and Junior BJJ (ages 8–12) both welcome beginners. Use the timetable to pick a class that fits.
Adults · all levels
Juniors · ages 8–12Junior BJJ
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for juniors in a supportive, structured environment.
Beginner FAQ
Common questions
The team
Meet the coaches
Named coaches who lead classes on the timetable. Portrait photos will replace brand marks when client portraits are approved.
Head Coach
Jake Goldthorpe
Jake is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Combat Base and leads the academy's technical direction. Known for calm, fundamentals-focused coaching, he helps beginners and experienced grapplers thrive. He competes regularly at a high level, including on Polaris Pro.
Gi Coach
Alex Thompson
Alex is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Combat Base and a Gi coach at Flow State. His detailed technical coaching draws on competing at the highest level, including on Polaris. He helps members develop effective techniques for competition and everyday training.
Co-Founder · Wrestling Coach
Danny Brookes
Danny is Co-Founder of Flow State and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt under Head Coach Jake Goldthorpe. As the Wrestling for BJJ coach, he focuses on takedowns, positional control and pressure. His practical coaching suits beginners and experienced grapplers alike.
Co-Founder · Gi & No-Gi Coach
Glyn Wood
Glyn is Co-Founder of Flow State and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt under Head Coach Jake Goldthorpe. He coaches Gi and No-Gi with a patient, clear teaching style. A dedicated competitor, he earned a podium finish at the IBJJF European Championship.
Free trial week
Ready to start training?
Beginners are welcome — adults and juniors, no experience required. Start with a free trial week.
- Beginners welcome
- Adults & juniors
- Free trial week