Grappling Applied Performance
GAP
GRAPPLING APPLIED PERFORMANCE
Become Stronger.
Move Better.
Perform Better.

Using the principles of grappling, wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to improve balance, coordination, body control and confidence in any sport.

⚽Football
🏉Rugby
🏀Basketball
🏏Cricket
🏐Netball

For boys, girls, men and women of all abilities.

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20+
Years Experience
5
Sports Covered
3
Expert Coaches
WC
Multiple Champions

🏆 Multiple Championship Titles Won Worldwide 🏆

Real World Skills. Real Performance.

Why GAP Works
✓ Sport-specific training. Real-world impact.
✓ Safe, structured & controlled sessions
✓ No martial arts experience required
✓ Ideal for off-season development
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Better Balance
Stay strong and in control under pressure.
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Improved Coordination
Move efficiently and react faster.
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Confidence Under Pressure
Perform when it matters most.
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Injury Resilience
Build a stronger, more durable athlete.
Sessions For Every Stage
Age Groups

GAP sessions are structured by age and stage of development, so every athlete trains at the right level of intensity and complexity.

7–10
Foundation
Fun, safe introduction to movement, balance and coordination through games-based grappling principles.
10–16
Youth Development
Building athletic robustness, body control and confidence as young athletes grow and develop in their sport.
16+
Adult Performance
Full-intensity grappling-based performance training for teens and adults competing at any level.
Sport-Specific Training. Real-World Impact.
Choose Your Sport
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Grappling For
Football
Become harder to knock off the ball.
  • Shielding
  • Balance
  • Strength in duels
  • Body positioning
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Grappling For
Rugby
Dominate contact situations.
  • Contact confidence
  • Tackle posture
  • Ground recovery
  • Physical resilience
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Grappling For
Basketball
Stay balanced and powerful in every move.
  • Body control
  • Movement efficiency
  • Positioning
  • Reaction speed
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Grappling For
Cricket
Build athletic robustness and movement efficiency.
  • Coordination
  • Balance
  • Movement quality
  • Injury resilience
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Grappling For
Netball
Improve performance and reduce injury risk.
  • Balance & stability
  • Landing mechanics
  • Core strength
  • Change of direction
  • Injury resilience
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40+ Years Combined Martial Arts Experience
Meet the Coaches
Mick Travis
Founder & Head Coach
Mick Travis
  • Multiple Champion
  • 20+ Years Martial Arts Experience
  • Creator of GAP

Mick created GAP to bring the proven benefits of grappling to athletes in all sports – without the need for years of martial arts training.

✉ mick@grapplingappliedperformance.co.uk
Ben Ward
Head Coach
Ben Ward
  • Multiple Champion
  • 20+ Years Martial Arts Experience
  • Focused on Athletic Performance & Youth Development

Ben shares the vision of helping athletes unlock the performance benefits of grappling through safe, structured and sport-specific coaching.

✉ ben@grapplingappliedperformance.co.uk
Flavio
Football Performance Coach
Flavio
  • BJJ Competitor
  • 14+ Years Professional Football Coaching
  • UEFA A Licence (Level 4)
  • 50+ Players Signed Professional Contracts

Flavio brings elite football coaching experience from Italy, Belgium and England, currently coaching at a Premier League academy, combined with BJJ competition experience to deliver grappling-based performance training with a professional football lens.

✉ flavio@grapplingappliedperformance.co.uk
🏆 Multiple Championship Titles Won Worldwide 🏆
Our Mission
The UK's Leading Grappling-Based Athlete Development System

Our goal is to build the UK's leading grappling-based athlete development system. We want to help athletes of all ages and abilities improve their performance through the proven principles of grappling, wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Helping athletes move better,
perform better and become harder to beat.
Why Parents & Clubs Choose GAP
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Safe & Controlled Environment
Structured, age-appropriate sessions with no aggressive grappling
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Suitable for All Abilities
No martial arts experience required whatsoever
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Positive Coaching Atmosphere
Encouraging, confidence-building environment for every athlete
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Improved Confidence & Resilience
Athletes grow mentally as well as physically
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Structured Development
Progressive programmes that show measurable results
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Focus on Long-Term Performance
Building athletes who perform better for longer
For Organisations
Clubs & Teams – Take Your Whole Squad to the Next Level

We offer bespoke programmes for clubs, academies and schools looking to give their players a competitive edge through grappling-based performance training.

  • Team Workshops
  • Off-Season Development Programmes
  • Player Development Programmes
  • Competition Preparation
  • Tailored to your squad's specific sport and needs
Club Enquiries →
What's Included
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Bespoke Session Plans
Custom designed for your sport, age group and performance goals
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Performance Assessment
Track athlete progress with structured evaluations throughout
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On-Site Delivery
Coaches come to your facility – minimal disruption to your schedule
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Progress Reports
Detailed reporting for coaches and parents after each programme block
Get Involved
Register Your Interest

Whether you're an athlete, a parent, a club or a school — tell us what you're looking for and we'll be in touch.

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Ready to Try GAP?

Book a trial session today and start your journey to becoming a stronger, more complete athlete.

👥 Clubs & Teams
  • Team Workshops
  • Off-Season Development
  • Player Development Programmes
  • Competition Preparation
Book Your Trial Session →
Choose your sport. Select your session. Get better.
Mick – Head Coach Ben – Head Coach Flavio – Football Coach
Get In Touch
✉ mick@grapplingappliedperformance.co.uk ✉ flavio@grapplingappliedperformance.co.uk ✉ ben@grapplingappliedperformance.co.uk 📸 @grappling_applied_performance
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