Sambo
Our signature. Russian combat art fusing judo, wrestling, striking and ju-jitsu. Head-to-toe equipment, all ages.
VIEW ↗A Bradford combat academy led by Yannick Nnouka — 2× African Sambo Champion and 3rd Dan Black Belt in Judo. Sambo is our signature: judo, wrestling, striking and ju-jitsu trained as one sport. Safe, real, and open to every level.
01 / FOUNDER YANNICK NNOUKA · COACH
01 / SAMBO BSA · M-01 / MANIFESTO Sambo is a Russian combat art that fuses judo, wrestling, striking and ju-jitsu into a single sport. It teaches you how to defend yourself without weapons, and it builds confidence, fitness and creativity along the way.
The kit protects you head to toe, the curriculum is structured, and the room is welcoming. Sambo suits all ages — from kids finding their footing to adults committing to the craft for decades.
Eight disciplines. One coach. Real curriculum. Pick a tile to see what training looks like.
08 ITEMS / SS-26Our signature. Russian combat art fusing judo, wrestling, striking and ju-jitsu. Head-to-toe equipment, all ages.
VIEW ↗Throws, takedowns, ground control under a 3rd Dan black belt.
VIEW ↗Position before submission. Gi grappling, leverage, patience.
VIEW ↗Submission grappling without the gi. Faster, slipperier, MMA tempo.
VIEW ↗Takedowns and control. The base under everything we do.
VIEW ↗Hands, feet, distance, timing. Trained with control and intent.
VIEW ↗All ranges. Stand-up, clinch, ground — under an experienced fighter and coach.
VIEW ↗Structured kids classes from age 5. Discipline, fitness, confidence.
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YANNICK · BRADFORD African Sambo Champion · Judo Black Belt · Founder of Black Spider Academy
Highly accomplished martial artist with deep expertise across Sambo, Judo and MMA. Multiple championships across Africa and the UK. Trains athletes at all levels and mentors aspiring martial artists at the academy in Bradford.
Open seven days. Specific class times confirmed in person — message us to plan your first session.
MON–FRI · LATE · SAT–SUN · WEEKENDSix tiers from Basic to Ultimate. Pricing is held off-site — message us for the live rate card.
06 DROPS / NON-REFUNDABLE1 class per week. Build the habit. Best for trial-to-regular.
2 classes per week. The most popular tier for steady progress.
3 classes per week. Cross-train across disciplines.
4 classes per week. Serious skill-building tempo.
6 classes per week. For competitors and dedicated students.
Unlimited classes. Train every session the academy runs.
Black Spider Academy
Adelaide Street
Bradford, BD5 0EA
United Kingdom
Mon–Fri · 09:00–22:00
Sat–Sun · 08:00–15:00
Walk in, kit out, train. No pressure. No fee. See if Black Spider is for you.
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