Details last checked September 2025
✓ 34 Google reviews
✓ Class timetable listed
✓ 5 instructors listed

Fighter Blueprint Academy

Fighter Blueprint Academy is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym in Wigan, Greater Manchester, offering Gi, No-Gi, kids and MMA classes. It is rated 5/5 from 34 Google reviews.

Fighter Blueprint Academy at a glance

5 (34 reviews)
James St, Ince-in-Makerfield, Wigan WN3 4JY, United Kingdom
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Head Instructor: Tom Blackledge

About this academy

We started as Blackledge Vale Tudo in the early 2000s, as one of the UK's first and original mixed martial arts clubs. Since then, we have moved to various premises as the sport, and the team, have grown exponentially over the last couple of decades. We have created many mma champions of various organisations from the UFC to Cagewarriors and more importantly have altered thousands of lives through the benefit of martial arts and our amazing uplifting community in the academy.

Fighter Blueprint Academy

⭐ 5 (34 reviews)

Fighter Blueprint Academy

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Pricing Information

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Contact Information

Visit Website Call 07939 764663

Programs Available

BJJ Gi
Structured Gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes in Wigan focused on fundamentals, positional control and submissions—ideal for beginners and intermediates.
No-Gi BJJ
Fast‑paced no‑gi grappling in Wigan covering wrestling entries, leg‑lock defense and submission chains for all levels.
Kids BJJ
Confidence‑building kids' Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes with movement, discipline and fun. Age‑appropriate groups and DBS‑checked coaches.
MMA
MMA classes available in Wigan.
Circuits/Conditioning
Circuits/Conditioning classes available in Wigan.

What this place offers

Beginner Programs
Structured programs for new students
All Skill Levels Welcome
Programs for beginners through advanced
Professional Instruction
Qualified and experienced instructors
Kids Programs
Age-appropriate classes for children

Our Instructors

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Tom Blackledge

Head Instructor

Head Instructor

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Becky Lewis

ICE FC Champion MMA fighter and coach

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Andrew Clamp

MMA champion and Cage Warriors fighter

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Alex Dykes

MMA fighter and coach

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Sam Thompson

BJJ Black Belt

Where you'll train

James St, Ince-in-Makerfield, Wigan WN3 4JY, United Kingdom

Location Information

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Address: James St, Ince-in-Makerfield, Wigan WN3 4JY, United Kingdom

What Makes Fighter Blueprint Academy Different

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Expert Leadership

Led by Tom Blackledge.

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Inclusive Environment

Welcoming community with dedicated kids programs for all family members.

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Prime Location

Conveniently located in James St, making it easily accessible for training.

Perfect For

🆕 Complete Beginners

✓ Structured beginner programs
✓ Welcoming community atmosphere
✓ Step-by-step learning approach
✓ No prior experience required

👶 Kids Programs

✓ Age-appropriate instruction
✓ Character development focus
✓ Fun and engaging learning
✓ Building confidence and discipline

Details last checked: September 2025. Contact the gym directly for the current timetable and prices.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need prior experience to start?

No prior experience is necessary. Fighter Blueprint Academy welcomes complete beginners and provides a supportive environment to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fundamentals.

What should I bring to my first class?

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.

Do you offer kids classes?

Yes! We offer dedicated kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs. Contact us for age group information and class schedules.

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⭐ 5

• 34 reviews
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Amanda Irvine

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Fighter Blueprint Academy is an amazing gym with outstanding coaches. I have been training here now with Beck and the team for just over a year and have been made to feel so welcome. My sons also do the MMA and the coaches and their experience is amazing and has sessions to suit everyone from beginners to professional athletes! In my view it’s an amazing facility, great environment, safe place to unwind and it’s literally better than therapy! Tom has created an amazing family gym that promotes a positive atmosphere and is like a second home! So happy to part if the Fighter Blueprint Family 💙

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1978redranger

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Great place to train Bjj, I completed the beginners course a number of years ago and really enjoyed the experience, since then I train 3-4 times per week at the academy. It’s a great place to be with great people who made me feel very welcome.

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Janine Ball

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I started in may last year doing a few classes with bec and was so anxious and nervous. But I was made to feel so welcome and the encouragement has been amazing. The continued support is awesome and not only that I've met some wonderful people who have helped me. 100% recommend from someone who had never stepped into a gym!