Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Head Coach Gary Oliver.

Gary Oliver is the founder of Fortitude BJJ and a dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt with over a decade of training experience. He continues to compete regularly, believing that staying active on the competition scene helps him grow as both a practitioner and an instructor. Gary teaches both children and adults, creating a welcoming environment where students can build confidence, develop solid technique, and enjoy the journey of learning Jiu-Jitsu. Whether you're stepping onto the mats for the first time or looking to take your training to the next level, Gary is committed to helping every student achieve their goals.

Coach Brad Crawford.

Hi, I’m Brad. I’ve been training in martial arts for over six years and earned my Kickboxing Black Belt and BJJ Blue Belt in 2023. I joined Fortitude in August 2024 and immediately connected with the coaching, the team, and the atmosphere. It’s a place that pushes me to keep learning and improving every day.

Martial arts has played a huge role in my life, and I’m working towards making it my full-time career. I focus on helping beginners get started and feel comfortable on the mats. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing someone take their first steps in training and start building real confidence.

Coach George Farrow.

I went to my first BJJ class in 2019 whilst studying at University of Sheffield. The gym I went to also had BJJ in the building and I was intrigued after watching the training through a window. I was nervous to attend my first class and even made my friend come with me! I loved it and have been training ever since. I joined Fortitude BJJ in 2023 and received my purple belt from Liam Stewart later that year. I train predominantly no gi but occasionally stick the gi on if any of the gi boys need teaching a lesson!