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My first BJJ class, and it’s been a really great ongoing experience. The classes are hands-on and engaging, and you come away having learned something new every session. The coach is knowledgeable and takes the time to demonstrate techniques. The class has a really positive and welcoming culture, making it a great environment for beginners like myself. Training is both in Gi and No-Gi during the summer. Would highly recommend!

great gym been training here over a year and enjoying it a lot. really great atmosphere and everyone has been helpful

great, friendly jiu jitsu club. they care about wellbeing and safety of their members

Really enjoying training at this club! The coach explains techniques clearly and takes the time to help everyone improve. There’s a friendly, welcoming atmosphere, which makes training something I look forward to. Highly recommend it to anyone wanting to try jiu-jitsu or develop their skills!

Stepping on to the mat for the first time is a scary thing for most people. But that first step is so worth it to train with Diccon and all the amazing people who share the mat with him at his club. I love how Diccon teaches BJJ. It's practical and has a deep level of thought about why you do what and when. And you know what, if you don't get it first, second or even the 15th time it's okay as Diccon is there to help you see your progress and take the long view. The other thing about the club is it's an amazing mix of really interesting nice people and as well as learning a cool thing, you'll also make lots of friends.

Great Community and great Coach. Look forward to every Wednesday evening.

Great place to learn BJJ. Diccon was very welcoming from the start and gives beginners extra attention in their first few sessions. His teaching is clear, organised and explains the reasoning behind techniques rather than just showing the movements. The atmosphere is really friendly, everyone helps each other improve, and people look after their training partners during sparring. Really good environment to train in, especially if you’re new to BJJ.

Due to my recent relocation to another country, I've had to leave Kingston BJJ - but totally recommend the club. I would like to sincerely wish Diccon and the club continued success and growth. The standard he sets as a coach is exceptional, and anyone beginning their Jiu-Jitsu journey under his guidance is truly fortunate. His technical ability, combined with the way he communicates and delivers his teaching, genuinely sets him apart from other clubs I have trained with. Thank you for everything — I wish you nothing but the best moving forward. Lucas Ribeiro

This is the best bjj club in Kingston!!! Recently joined, enjoying it! Wow I've never seen a 5 star company on google reviews before, well done deserve it!

I had never done any sort of BJJ prior to joining Diccon’s class. Haven’t felt a warmth from a group of people like that in sport for a while, so it was really easy to settle in and feel like you can properly give it a go. There are people of all capabilities so you will learn very quickly. Diccon and the others that help teach are incredibly knowledgeable and teach you in a simple and interesting way so you stay engaged. Anyone looking for a great gym, whether experienced or not, you’ll find it at Kingston BJJ.

I’ve had a a fantastic time at Kingston BJJ. The instructor Diccon is friendly, pleasant and very informative with his lessons. The class is very welcoming. I’d highly recommend Diccon and the team for BJJ lessons.

I can’t recommend this club highly enough. I just recently joined and everyone has been so welcoming. I’m learning so much with every session.

Diccon is a great BJJ instructor whose depth of knowledge and passion for the art are evident in every class he teaches. His technical expertise comes through in how he breaks down complex movements into understandable steps, making him an ideal coach for whether you are a new or advanced student. He genuinely cares about each student’s development, and will gladly invest his time in getting to know you. As a new member I was greeted by Diccon and fellow students with warmth and respect, it's a welcoming and positive environment that encourages learning.

Absolutely love this club. Been made to feel so welcome. Diccon, is an exceptional coach and a wonderful human being. A lovely group of people training there, fantastic atmosphere - safe, fun, energetic and educational. The teaching is exemplary, the classes strike the perfect balance between fitness and mobility, clear technique instruction, learning, drills and rolling. Couldn't recommend it highly enough.

I really enjoy coming here, everyone is welcoming and friendly which helps create a great environment to learn while enjoying the sessions, Diccon is communicative and understanding while also being a great teacher with extensive knowledge of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. In the small amount of sessions I’ve attended I feel like I’ve learnt a lot which keeps me eager to learn more and improve myself.

I highly recommend Kingston BJJ Club. The onboarding process at the very first interaction was very welcoming. I was paired with a more experienced member during my first class who patiently showed me the basics and made sure I felt comfortable. The club offers three free trial lessons, which is a fantastic way to get a feel for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and see if it’s right for you .. no pressure, just a great opportunity to try something new. Diccon, the head coach, fosters a really positive and inclusive culture. Everyone I met was friendly, supportive, and more than willing to help show you the ropes, regardless of your experience level. If you’re even slightly curious about BJJ, I’d recommend giving Kingston BJJ a try. So far the journey has been good...

Great team, great coach. Amazing atmosphere for growth and learning.

I have been training BJJ under Diccons mentorship for a number of months now and would recommend that anyone interested in trying BJJ come along and check out what is on offer. Having never trained any kind of combat sport or self defence previously, I was unsure of what to expect and slightly apprehensive about turning up on my own and getting strangled by a group of strangers! Despite my fears however, this was not the case. Instead, there was an extremely warm, friendly welcome and an atmosphere, that while everyone took their training seriously, was one of fun and friendship. Diccon is a great leader and provides fantastic guidance on how to improve your Jiu Jitsu skills. His passion for teaching and learning is infectious, promoting an ethos within the club of everyone doing their best to help everyone move forwards as a whole. I can whole heartedly say that no matter how tired I have been or how much I have struggled through my day and don't feel ready to train, after every single session I leave feeling happier, more energised and with a sense of achievement. Joining this club and training with Diccon and the team has been one of the best decisions I have ever made in my personal life and I look forward to training with them for many years to come!

This is my first time learning Jiu Jitsu, apart from a few weeks as a child. I was keen to find a place that was friendly, had a good coach and somewhere they focused on learning. Joining Kingston BJJ provided me all of that. Lots of friendly, helpful members, there is emphasis on learning, and many of the members are very experienced and share their tips and advice when sparring which compliments the methodical, yet simple teaching style of Diccon. I'm enjoying myself.

I am a slightly older beginner to BJJ but I could not ask for a nicer club to have become a part of - all the members are so friendly and helpful in guiding my improvement and Diccon the instructor is excellent - tapping into years of experience to give patient, practical and effective instruction on BJJ and self defence. Don't hesitate, come down for a free trial session, I am glad I did!

I’ve been training here for about a year and a half, and it’s been a great experience. The coaching is excellent - Diccon (the owner, a black belt) has a clear and effective way of teaching techniques, and Luke (also a black belt) does a fantastic job of highlighting the key details that make moves work well. Definitely worth training here! - J

Outstanding BJJ Academy – Friendly, Safe, and Highly Effective. I can't recommend Lifestyle Team enough. From the moment you step in, you’re welcomed into a friendly, supportive, and encouraging environment where everyone—from beginners to experienced practitioners—helps each other out. The training is safe, positive, and clearly explained, making it easy to learn regardless of age, size, strength, or fitness level. Diccon Lynes and the coaching team do an excellent job of breaking down techniques in a way that anyone can understand and apply. The pace is perfect—techniques are taught slowly and repeated enough times to build real confidence in execution. There’s a great balance between Gracie Jiu-Jitsu self-defense techniques and sportive BJJ, ensuring that students get a well-rounded understanding of the art. The standard of BJJ here is top-notch—solid, realistic fundamentals that truly work. One of the things I love most is that help is always on hand. Diccon and the other coaches are always happy to spend extra time answering questions or refining details. Plus, the team spirit is fantastic—everyone is friendly, welcoming, and eager to support each other. The diversity is also great, with a mix of male and female students, young and old, athletic and hobbyist. Diccon himself is approachable, knowledgeable, and always open to discussions about techniques or anything else on your mind. If you're looking for a high-quality BJJ academy with great coaching, a positive atmosphere, and realistic, effective training, Lifestyle Team is the place to be!

This is an amazingly warm and welcoming club. I have trained at a lot of gyms across a number of martial arts but had never given BJJ a go. To be honest I was slightly deterred by being over 40. After a friendly phone conversation with the head coach I went down for my first session to find a wide range of ages and skills, all working together to try and make each other better. 100% supportive with 0% ego. Could not recommend it more. If you are looking for intelligent, considered training with a community vibe, look no further.

Highly recommended. I am a 52 year old male who has sat on my backside for far too long, it wasn’t until a trip to the doctors were I was told I had high cholesterol and high blood pressure and could be on tablets for ever. Being 52, overweight and very unfit I was nervous about going to a BJJ class, but I’m so glad I took the leap as everyone was so welcoming. The class run by Diccon is very professional and every single member makes you feel so welcome. The classes are run so anyone who has never been to a martial art class before can easily grasp the technique and complete with ease. After just two months of going to classes my weight has come down by a stone and all my health markers are coming down. I cannot recommend this class enough so friendly and enjoyable run by an instructor with many many years of experience and is very happy to pass on his vast Experience to all If you are still thinking about it……. Take a leap of faith you will not regret it !!!