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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I bring to my first session?

Try to complete the TJJF Online Licence Form before coming. This is found at https://www.jitsufoundation.org/about/forms/ and insures you free of charge for your first sessions.
Bring a bottle of water and comfy clothes you can move in, such as workout clothes.
No shoes or socks necessary once you're on the mat, so don't worry about wearing trainers.
Look for people dressed in gis (white pyjamas), and let them know you're new, we're super friendly so we'll take it from there!

Of course you can! We welcome beginners and have no fitness level requirements.
If you ever want to go for a drinks breaks just let the senseis know (for health and safety purposes).

Paying for membership is a pretty straightforward process.

Firstly, go onto the SU Website at https://www.warwicksu.com/societies-sports/sports-clubs/jitsu/.
Make sure your Foundation membership is up to date and if you need to renew it, visit https://www.jitsufoundation.org/about/forms/ and click on the Online License Form to renew your membership.
If you have not done so already, make sure to purchase the On Campus Club Pass Membership Fee (£71.50) and the Sports Federation Student Membership (£24). You will only need to purchase this once to access any sports club at Warwick. Also purchase the Jiu Jitsu Standard membership (£6) on this page.
Secondly, you'll pay £37 in your first term which pays for your licence. This affiliates you with our national Jitsu Foundation and covers your insurance for your first year. For the second or third term, you'll need to start paying for term fees (£30). It's easiest to pay this through our SU shop pages. However, if you'd rather, you can bring this in cash to our lovely treasurer or ask for an account number to bank transfer online.
Thirdly, come along and enjoy!

Simple. Just turn up and pay for term fees.
Make sure your Foundation membership is up to date and if you need to renew it, visit https://www.jitsufoundation.org/about/forms/ and click on the Online License Form to renew your membership.

Modern Japanese Jiu-Jitsu differs from BJJ by placing significant emphasis on locks and throws on opponents who are standing up.
We also practice self-defence from various attacks, weapons, and from multiple opponents.
We are keen on fitness and learning standard boxing punches.
We focus on groundwork as well, especially in Terms 2 and 3 when we prepare for Randoris, our second annual competition. If BJJ is your thing, you'll find your place here.

jitsu@warwicksu.com