About us

The Pillars of Our Organization

The Pillars of Our Organization represent the core values and foundational principles that guide our actions, decisions, and interactions. First and foremost is Integrity, ensuring honesty and transparency in all our dealings. Next, we value Excellence, constantly striving to surpass our previous achievements and set new industry standards. Collaboration is also central to our ethos, promoting teamwork and mutual respect among our members to achieve common goals.

Innovation drives us forward, as we embrace creativity and forward-thinking to solve problems and pioneer new solutions. Lastly, we are committed to Community, recognizing our responsibility to contribute positively to society and foster an environment of support and growth.

These pillars not only define who we are but also direct our journey towards a future of continued success and impact. In embodying these principles, we create a robust and sustainable foundation for our organization, ensuring resilience and relevance in a dynamic world.

Meet the Team

Zayd image on gray background, black GI, arms crossed

Zayd Spearan

FOUNDER/HEAD COACH

Zayd Spearan distinguishes himself as the United Kingdom's first blind black belt in jiu-jitsu and the first one globally to serve as head instructor of his own academy. As the respected founder and lead coach, he skillfully blends advanced techniques from various grappling styles into a complete and effective system.

Dan image, Gray dark background, dark GI

Daniel Dilsworth

ASSISTANT SENIOR COACH

Daniel Dilsworth is our senior coach, renowned for his ability to distil complex concepts into understandable lessons for people of all skill levels. His charismatic approach cultivates a comfortable learning environment, enabling students to absorb, comprehend, and apply knowledge effectively.

Christophe Dezeure

FUNCTIONAL STRENGTH COACH

Christophe Dezeure, the functional strength coach, specializes in enhancing athletic performance through targeted strength and conditioning programs. With a focus on functional fitness, Christophe's training methods are designed to improve not just the athletes' physical strength, but also their agility, endurance, and overall health, ensuring they are battle-ready for any challenge.

The Core Principles of Base-9 Submission Grappling

The Base-9 Submission Grappling System comprises nine comprehensive series covering fundamental positions, transitions, and submissions in grappling, both standing and on the ground with strike awareness. The core focus is control over mind, emotions, and body, along with the skill to manipulate your opponent's body through precise utilization of mechanics.

Evolutionary Combat: Adapting and Thriving with Base-9 Submission Grappling

Distinguishing itself from many BJJ/grappling schools lacking structure, this system provides a profound understanding of the human body's mechanics. This knowledge enables effective integration of concepts from the nine-part series.

By applying principles of physics, this system empowers you to control and manipulate your opponent's body, asserting dominance from seemingly disadvantaged positions. Leverage, motion, force, pressure, isometric framework, and weight distribution are your tools, wielded with calculated precision.

The Art of Leverage: Physics-Driven Dominance in Base-9 Submission Grappling

These series transcend a mere collection of techniques. Here, you'll cultivate strategic thinking, problem-solving under pressure, adapt to discomfort, and maintain composure in challenging scenarios. Ultimately, you'll nurture the discipline and self-confidence to translate these transformative skills into your daily life, elevating your overall quality of life.

This process naturally enhances your combat prowess, endowing you with a newly conditioned physique and an elevated fight IQ. Consequently, you'll have the capability to delve into various facets of grappling, crafting your own distinctive style.