Balance Mixed Martial Arts is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym in Stockton-on-Tees, Durham, offering Gi, kids, women's and MMA classes. It is rated 5/5 from 79 Google reviews.
Head Instructor: Jon Dale
Balance Mixed Martial Arts combines striking techniques from various disciplines with Brazilian Jiujitsu, a ground-based martial art focusing on leverage and technique for controlling and submitting opponents.
Personal training sessions are £30 for 1 hour, limited availability around classes.
Head Instructor
Head Instructor
Personal training sessions are £30 for 1 hour, limited availability around classes.
Mandale Wharf, Boathouse Ct, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 3FA, United Kingdom
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Address: Mandale Wharf, Boathouse Ct, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 3FA, United Kingdom
Led by Jon Dale.
Welcoming community with women's only classes and dedicated kids programs for all family members.
Conveniently located in Mandale Wharf, making it easily accessible for training.
Details last checked: December 2025. Contact the gym directly for the current timetable and prices.
Stockton-on-Tees • BJJ (Gi), Kids Classes, Women's Classes, MMA
Stockton-on-Tees • BJJ (Gi), No-Gi, Kids Classes, Women's Classes
Stockton-on-Tees • BJJ (Gi), No-Gi, Kids Classes, Women's Classes
No prior experience is necessary. Balance Mixed Martial Arts welcomes complete beginners and provides a supportive environment to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fundamentals.
For your first class, bring comfortable athletic clothing, a water bottle, and a positive attitude. The gym can provide information about purchasing a gi (BJJ uniform) once you decide to continue training.
Yes! We offer dedicated kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs. Contact us for age group information and class schedules.
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Absolutely amazing gym. Jon’s a great coach and is adept at teaching people at all skill levels and goals. Absolutely recommend to anyone interested in starting MMA, or wishing to branch out from another combat sport.
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Started this gym a few weeks and and it's definitely an amazing choice for beginners and experienced fighters alike. The atmosphere is very welcoming and the coach has an amazing way of teaching everyone and ensuring you always progress.
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Brilliant gym going in as a beginner can make you nervous but the coaches and the lads in there really help you build the confidence and make you wonder what you were ever worried about! Give it a try you will love it!