Dec '25 • General discussion
Welcome to CMC Submission Grappling
Welcome to CMC Submission Grappling — we’re excited to have you on the mats. Whether your goal is confidence, fitness, self-defence, or competition, this guide will help you understand how to get started, what to expect, and how to progress safely and effectively within the club.
Getting Started: Beginners Classes
All new members and free trials should begin with our Beginners Program, unless you are already a blue belt or have received direct permission from the head coach.
Beginners Classes
- Thursday: 8:00–9:00pm
- Sunday: 12:00–1:00pm
- Coaches: Assistant Coaches Lewis Mason and Muhammed Al Mahi
These sessions are designed specifically for newcomers, focusing on fundamentals, safety, and building confidence in a structured environment.
👉 Free trials should attend one of these classes for their first session.
First Few Months: Recommended Training Structure
Once you officially join the club, we encourage the following as your priority training days for the first few months:
- Thursday Beginners Class
- Sunday Beginners Class
- Saturday Morning Open Mat (supervised)
This structure allows you to develop solid fundamentals while gradually increasing mat time in a controlled setting.
All Levels Classes (Optional Early Access)
If you want to dive in deeper, members also have access to All Levels Classes run by our head coach:
- Monday / Wednesday / Friday: 6:00–7:00pm
- Coach: Chris Miah — 1st Degree BJJ Black Belt
These sessions take place before live competition training and expose you to higher-level grappling and broader room experience.
⚠️ Recommendation:
We strongly advise completing 3–6 months of regular classes before attending competition training sessions.
What You’ll Be Learning First
Your early training will focus on building competence in the three core areas of Jiu Jitsu & Submission Grappling:
- Standing / WrestlingTakedowns, balance, and positional awareness
- Guard Play / Guard PassingAttacking, defending, and controlling from the ground
- Pinning / Pin EscapesTop control, pressure, and escaping bad positions
These fundamentals form the backbone of long-term progress, safety, and competition readiness.
Adult Grading Structure & Competition Pathway
CMC Submission Grappling offers strong pathways into competition alongside a clear and straightforward grading system.
Adult Belt Structure
- White Belt (Day One)
- Blue Belt
- Purple Belt
- Brown Belt
- Black Belt
With consistent training, most athletes find themselves within touching distance of black belt after around 10 years.
Youth Grappling Program
Our Youth Grappling Program is delivered by head coach Chris Miah, making it one of the few youth programs led directly by a black belt.
Youth Classes
- Monday / Wednesday / Friday: 5:00–6:00pm
- Free trials are available on all youth training days
Youth Grading Structure
- White Belt (Day One)
- Grey White / Grey / Grey Black
- Yellow White / Yellow / Yellow Black
- Orange White / Orange / Orange Black
- Green White / Green / Green Black
🔹 Upon turning 16, most Orange and Green belts will receive their Blue Belt as a juvenile.
🔹 Ungraded juveniles aged 16+ move into the adult system and must meet blue belt criteria for promotion.
Final Notes
CMC Submission Grappling prides itself on:
- High-level coaching
- Structured development
- Strong competition pathways
- A supportive but accountable training environment
If you ever have questions about classes, progression, or competition readiness, speak to your coaches — we’re here to help you get the most out of your training.
Welcome to the team. See you on the mats. 🥋
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