Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu For Girls & Women

Confidence. Strength. Sisterhood.

A safe, welcoming and empowering space for girls and women to grow in confidence, fitness and self-defence through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Train With Us

Ready to book your BJJ session?

  • Drop-in: ยฃ9 per session


    Monthly membership: ยฃ30/month

    โœ“ One BJJ session every Monday
    โœ“ Automatic monthly renewal
    โœ“ Suitable for beginners and all abilities

    Memberships renew at the beginning of each calendar month. Unused sessions do not roll over.

  • Drop-in: ยฃ9 per session


    Monthly membership: ยฃ30/month

    โœ“ One BJJ session every Wednesday
    โœ“ Automatic monthly renewal
    โœ“ Suitable for beginners and all abilities

    Memberships renew at the beginning of each calendar month. Unused sessions do not roll over.

  • Train twice a week and attend both Monday and Wednesday sessions.


    Monthly membership: ยฃ50/month

    โœ“ 2 sessions weekly
    โœ“ Automatic monthly renewal
    โœ“ Suitable for beginners and all abilities

    Memberships renew at the beginning of each calendar month. Unused sessions do not roll over.

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Where We Train

First Floor, Team Hanson, Empress House, St Thomas' Rd, Lockwood, Huddersfield HD1 3LJ

 

WHY JOIN?

Confidence

Build self-belief on and off the mats.

Sisterhood

Join a team of supportive and uplifting women.

Strength

Improve strength, mobility and resilience.

Meet the coach

Susie Lukic

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Susie Lukic is an award-winning Brown Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor with a passion for empowering girls and women through martial arts, confidence-building and community.

Known for her supportive teaching style and welcoming approach, Susie creates a safe environment where complete beginners and experienced students alike can learn, grow and challenge themselves at their own pace.

Her classes focus not only on practical self-defence and technical skill, but also on helping women build confidence, resilience, discipline and self-belief both on and off the mats.

At the heart of Susieโ€™s coaching is the belief that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu should be accessible, encouraging and empowering for everyone โ€” regardless of background, fitness level or experience.

Through this partnership with The Zahra Circle, Susie is helping create a strong sisterhood where girls and women can feel supported, uplifted and part of something meaningful.

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RASHGUARDS by

Adapt Jiu-Jitsu

Weโ€™re incredibly grateful to Adapt Jiu Jitsu for supporting our girlsโ€™ and womenโ€™s BJJ programme with these amazing custom rashguards. ๐Ÿ’œ

From the quality and comfort to the beautiful design and fit, every detail reflects confidence, strength and professionalism. The rashguards help our girls feel united, empowered and part of a team from the moment they step onto the mats.

At The Zahra Circle, creating spaces where girls and women feel comfortable, confident and inspired is so important to us โ€” and Adapt Jiu-Jitsu has played a huge part in helping bring that vision to life.

We truly appreciate the support, generosity and encouragement shown towards our community, and we canโ€™t wait to see our team training together in these incredible rashguards.

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FAQ

  • Absolutely! Our classes are designed to be beginner-friendly and welcoming to complete beginners. You do not need any previous martial arts or fitness experience to join.

  • Yes ๐Ÿ’œ
    This is a beginner-focused programme where techniques are taught step-by-step in a supportive and encouraging environment. Everyone learns at their own pace.

  • Not at all.
    BJJ is for everybody, regardless of fitness level or experience. Building strength, confidence and fitness happens naturally over time through training.

  • Of course.
    We aim to create a modest, comfortable and inclusive environment where hijabi girls and women feel safe, respected and empowered while training.

  • Comfortable gym clothing is absolutely fine for your first session. If you register early, you may also receive one of our custom team rashguards provided by Adapt Jiu-Jitsu (limited stock available).

  • Yes.
    Our sessions are designed specifically for girls and women to create a safe, supportive and confidence-building space.

  • Our classes are currently open to girls and young women aged 12โ€“25. (We do make allowances for +- 2 years age difference.

  • Youโ€™ll learn the fundamentals of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu including:

    • self-defence techniques

    • movement and control

    • confidence and discipline

    • teamwork and resilience

    Most importantly, youโ€™ll become part of a positive and supportive sisterhood.

  • Definitely. Many girls join on their own, and we work hard to make everyone feel welcomed, included and comfortable from day one. The atmosphere is friendly, supportive and community-focused.