ABOUT 866 JIU JITSU

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WHY 866?

The viking invasion of York took place in the year 866. The city was captured and made the capital of the Viking territory in Northern England. The Vikings changed the name of the city to ‘Jorvik’ which is still used in many places in the city today.
Like modern day JiuJitsu players the Vikings had their own form of hand-to-hand fighting skills. When used for fun and not on the battle field this form of wrestling became the most popular sport in Viking age Scandinavia.

ABOUT US

What began with the simple thought—“You know what would be cool…”—and countless late-night conversations soon became reality. That’s how 866 was born.

Named after the pivotal year of the Viking invasions, 866 takes inspiration from the fearless warriors who captured and conquered York, making it the capital of Viking territory in Northern England.

With a combined 17 years of Jiu Jitsu experience and over a decade in practical course management, the 866 team is dedicated to raising the bar, constantly evolving, and delivering the biggest and best grappling and wellness event in the country.

Since launching our first event in 2023, we've gone from strength to strength—collaborating with some of the biggest names in UK grappling, expanding our offerings, and moving into our brand-new facility. And we’re only getting started.

Our mission is simple:

Provide world-class Jiu Jitsu instruction from expert coaches, offering both Gi and No-Gi sessions to elevate your game with fresh ideas, principles, and concepts.
Deliver interactive lectures and workshops led by top professionals, covering everything from performance optimization to holistic wellness.

We’ve built a safe, supportive, and motivating environment designed to unlock your true potential—on and off the mat. Whether you're here to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, or push your limits, 866 is where you level up.

Join us. The journey starts now.