Combat Grappling in Bristol

Real-World Ground Fighting for Self-Defence and Survival

Krav Maga Bristol

At Bristol Titans Krav Maga, our Combat Grappling programme blends the technical control of grappling with the practical intensity of real-world violence. It’s not BJJ for points or sport—it’s ground fighting designed for survival, integrating elements of submission grappling, no-gi jiu-jitsu, wrestling, and striking.

Whether you’re standing, clinching, or on the ground, we train you to stay safe, control your attacker, escape danger, or finish the fight—fast.

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What Is Combat Grappling?

Combat Grappling is a hybrid system built for self-defence, not competition. You’ll learn how to:

  • Avoid being taken down
  • Stay on your feet
  • Control or submit an attacker on the ground
  • Use strikes effectively in grappling scenarios
  • Escape if a third party or weapon enters the fight

This system is ideal for anyone who wants realistic ground skills that work in the chaos of a street confrontation—not just on the mats.

What Techniques Do We Teach in Combat Grappling?

Our curriculum focuses on practical, high-percentage techniques from multiple grappling systems, all adapted for realistic self-defence.

Takedowns & Clinch Entries

  • Double-leg takedown with safe finishes
  • Body lock trips and dumps
  • Muay Thai clinch into off-balancing sweeps
  • Arm drags to back control
  • Standing guillotine defence and counters

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Ground Striking

  • Hammerfists from mount and side control
  • Elbows from top and bottom positions
  • Tactical striking from closed guard
  • Strikes from turtle position to create space
  • Ground-and-pound drills for realism

Complement your striking with Striking Combinations for Self-Defence

Submissions

  • Rear naked choke with standing entry
  • Guillotine choke from sprawl and clinch
  • Arm triangle choke from top pressure
  • Kimura lock from side control
  • Basic wrist locks and control submissions for restraint

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Control Positions

  • Mount with active pressure
  • Side control with knee ride variations
  • Back control with seatbelt and hooks
  • North-south control for weapon awareness
  • Knee-on-belly for striking and movement

We use position before submission as a guiding principle.

Escapes & Reversals

  • Upa (bridge and roll) from mount
  • Elbow-knee escape to guard
  • Back escapes into turtle or standing
  • Technical stand-up under pressure
  • Sprawl and reset from failed takedown attempts

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Why Choose Bristol Titans for Combat Grappling?

✔ Pressure-tested training
✔ Safe, structured learning environment
✔ Practical grappling built around real threats
✔ Friendly, supportive community
✔ Suitable for complete beginners and experienced martial artists

💥 Add conditioning with our 25 Metabolic Workouts

Join Combat Grappling in Bristol

Whether you’re looking to build confidence, improve fitness, or prepare for the realities of self-defence, Combat Grappling gives you an edge. You’ll learn to control, escape, and dominate—with or without strikes.

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💬 Combat Grappling – Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is Combat Grappling the same as BJJ?

Not quite. While we use many submission grappling techniques, we combine them with striking and tactical drills for self-defence. It’s BJJ-inspired, but focused on survival—not sport.

❓ Can beginners join?

Absolutely. We welcome complete beginners and tailor the training to your level. You’ll learn in a safe, controlled environment.

❓ What should I wear?

Simple gym kit (t-shirt and shorts or joggers) is fine. No gi needed. Bring a water bottle and a mouthguard if you have one.

❓ Is it good for fitness?

Yes! Combat Grappling builds strength, cardio, mobility, and mental toughness. Supplement your training with our Boxing Workouts and Krav Maga Workouts to accelerate results.