TSG MMA
ESTABLISHED 2002 • WESTCLIFF & SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

MMA SOUTHEND & BJJ
TSG FIGHT SCHOOL

Southend's premier gym for Mixed Martial Arts (MMA Southend), Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ Southend), and Jujitsu / Submission Grappling. Train under Daniel Burzotta, Europe's 1st BJJ Black Belt under UFC Legend Royce Gracie.

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Royce Gracie Lineage Direct line to BJJ founders
Sure Grip Vale Tudo Championship pedigree fighters
All Skill Levels From total beginners to UFC pros
Head Coach & Founder

Daniel Burzotta

Europe's First BJJ Black Belt under Royce Gracie

In 2002, Daniel Burzotta founded Team Sure Grip (TSG) MMA, creating a breeding ground for martial arts excellence in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. With **over 37 years of dedicated martial arts experience**, Daniel's name is synonymous with authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and elite combat sports coaching.

Daniel holds the historic distinction of being the **first martial artist in Europe** to be awarded a black belt directly by UFC Hall-of-Famer **Royce Gracie** (in 2010). His deep training roots with the Gracie family form the bedrock of the BJJ programs taught at TSG.

Coach Daniel is available for **personal training, private sessions, and bespoke combat sports conditioning** to help you fast-track your progression.

Accolades & Credentials

  • 37+ Years Experience: Decades of elite, multi-disciplinary martial arts mastery.
  • Royce Gracie Lineage BJJ Black Belt: First European student to receive this historic rank.
  • Personal Training Available: 1-on-1 private sessions for accelerated growth.
  • Multi-Disciplinary: Holds black belts in BJJ, Judo, Karate, and Kickboxing.
Royce Gracie Lineage
01 Grand Master Hélio Gracie Co-Founder of BJJ
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02 Royce Gracie UFC 1, 2 & 4 Champion
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03 Daniel Burzotta TSG Head Coach
Coach Daniel Burzotta with Royce Gracie Daniel Burzotta with Royce Gracie
Coach Daniel Burzotta BJJ
Training Programs

TSG Disciplines

Whether your goal is to build unstoppable self-defense skills, get into the best shape of your life, or step into the professional cage, we have specialized classes for you.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)

Master the art of leverage, chokeholds, and joint locks. Our gi and fundamentals classes teach you how a smaller person can successfully defend against and defeat a larger attacker.

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Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)

The ultimate integration of all combat sports. Learn how to transition fluidly between striking, wrestling at the cage wall, and taking the fight to the canvas.

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Submission Grappling

Train without the traditional kimono (No-Gi). Focus on high-speed submission hunting, modern leg lock systems, wrestling scrambles, and high-intensity conditioning.

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Wrestling & Takedowns

Develop the explosive power, core strength, and technical control required to take down opponents and defend against takedowns. Essential for both MMA and self-defense.

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Boxing & striking

Sharpen your striking tools with professional punching mechanics, defensive head movement, footwork, and heavy pad conditioning. Build clean, explosive striking power.

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Youth MMA & BJJ (Ages 7-13)

Equip your children with confidence, focus, discipline, and anti-bullying self-defense skills in a fun, safe, supportive, and highly structured environment.

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Fight Team Legacy

Sure Grip Vale Tudo

Championship Pedigree on Sherdog

TSG Fight School is the home of **Sure Grip Vale Tudo**, a historic fight team that has produced and trained top-tier fighters competing at the highest levels of global MMA.

Sure Grip Vale Tudo fighters training
TSG MMA sparring team
Coach Daniel Burzotta with TSG fight team

Daniel Burzotta

Head Coach & Founder

Co-founder of the UWC promotion and pioneer of BJJ in Essex. Over 20+ years of professional fight coaching and cornering.

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Tommy Brunning

"Big Tings" • Bantamweight

Former Cage Warriors Academy South East Featherweight and Bantamweight "Champ Champ". Made a spectacular pro debut at Cage Warriors 169 with a first-round TKO.

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Stav Economou

"Crazy Bear" Heavyweight Standout

A legendary heavyweight champion who fought in Bellator, Cage Rage, and UWC, representing TSG's crushing top pressure.

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Tam Khan

UAE MMA Pioneer

Trained at Sure Grip Vale Tudo before moving to Dubai to pioneer MMA in the Middle East, founding TK MMA Fitness.

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Cameron Stewart

Lightweight Competitor

A key representative of TSG MMA in the UK regional circuit. Known for his technical grappling pedigree and high-intensity style in Cage Warriors and regional MMA cards.

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Ian Freeman

Heavyweight UFC Veteran

The British MMA legend famously completed his championship camp at TSG under Daniel Burzotta for his historic Cage Rage title clash.

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Academy Timetable

Weekly Schedule

Find the perfect class for your schedule. Toggle between days to view times, disciplines, and coaching details.

19:30 - 21:00

Beginners BJJ No-Gi / MMA

Coach Stav Economou
No-Gi / MMA
19:30 - 21:00

Beginners MMA

Coach Mantas
MMA
19:30 - 21:00

Wrestling & MMA Sparring

Coach Daniel Burzotta
Wrestling
19:30 - 21:00

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ Gi)

Coach Daniel Burzotta
BJJ Gi
19:30 - 21:00

MMA Beginners

Coach Mantas
MMA
09:30 - 11:30

BJJ No-Gi Open Mat

Open Mat Session
Open Mat
Local Martial Arts Guide

MMA, BJJ & Jujitsu in Southend FAQ

Everything you need to know about training Mixed Martial Arts (MMA Southend), Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ Southend), and Jujitsu at TSG Fight School in Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex.

TSG MMA Fight School is Southend's premier Mixed Martial Arts academy, located at 236-240 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea (SS0 7JG). Founded in 2002 by Head Coach Daniel Burzotta, TSG offers comprehensive MMA Southend training combining striking, cage wrestling, and ground submissions for adults and youths of all skill levels.

If you're searching for authentic BJJ in Southend, TSG Fight School is home to Daniel Burzotta — the first European martial artist awarded a BJJ Black Belt directly by UFC Legend Royce Gracie. We offer Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes focusing on self-defense, leverage, joint locks, and submission grappling.

In Southend, BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) emphasizes ground control, position, and submissions. Traditional Jujitsu and Submission Grappling incorporate takedowns, self-defense counters, and leg locks. At TSG Fight School Southend, our multi-disciplinary approach prepares you for real-world self-defense and MMA competition alike.

No prior experience is required! Complete beginners train alongside experienced fighters at TSG. Our coaches ensure new members learn fundamental footwork, defense, and technique safely in a supportive environment.

Simply call or text us directly on +44 7956 579735, email demolitiont@hotmail.com, or fill out the booking form below to secure your free induction session.

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Location Address
TSG MMA Fight School
236-240 London Road
Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea
Essex, SS0 7JG

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