About ESG
Elite Submission Grappling was founded in 2021 by Jed Hue with a clear vision: to build more than just a training space, but a strong, supportive, and united community. From the very beginning, the goal has been to create an environment where everyone regardless of experience level feels welcomed, challenged, and empowered to grow!
Specialising in No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu, Elite Submission Grappling offers training for everyone, from complete beginners stepping onto the mats for the first time to seasoned practitioners refining their skills at the highest levels. Whether you're looking to get in shape, learn self-defense, compete, or simply try something new, you’ll find a place here.
We understand that starting something new can feel intimidating. That’s why we take pride in fostering a friendly, respectful, and ego-free atmosphere where beginners are guided with patience and encouragement. Every member of our team remembers what it was like to be new—and we’re here to help you every step of the way.
At Elite, progress is personal. You’ll be supported in developing not just your technique, but also your confidence, discipline, and resilience. Our team trains together, grows together, and pushes each other to improve—on and off the mats.
No matter your age, fitness level, or background, there’s a place for you here. Step onto the mats and become part of something bigger.
The Journey
Your Journey has deep parallels with everyone else who trains. Whether for Recreation, Fitness, Self-Defence or to win Gold Medals on the Competitive Circuit, we are all here to better ourselves.
All here to gain Strength, Confidence and Skill in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
The Journey for those who wish it will be a lifelong pursuit. For all of us, it will contain challenges from the White Belt to the Black Belt and these challenges will push us closer towards achieving what we set out to accomplish when we started.
By choosing Elite Submission Grappling you are choosing an Academy that will support you along the way. An Academy that respects the journey you have embarked on and a group of individuals committed to helping each other grow and become a better version of ourselves.
Head Coach
Jed Hue
About Jed
Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Founder & Head Coach at Elite Submission Grappling
I was introduced to martial arts at a young age, thanks to my father, an amateur kickboxer turned boxing manager. From early on, I learned the importance of striking and self-defence. As I grew up, martial arts became a natural interest of mine. At 16, I decided to explore grappling, and after my first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu session, I immediately knew it was the sport for me.
Just one year into training, I earned my blue belt and realized that Jiu-Jitsu was not only something I enjoyed but something I wanted to dedicate my life to. By 19, I was a purple belt, but my journey took an unexpected turn. While competing in the European Championship in Lisbon, Portugal, I sustained a severe injury. This setback, combined with financial struggles and a lack of motivation, led me to take a break from training.
At 21, after over two years away from the mats and having gained about 20kg, I knew I had to make a change. Determined to regain my confidence and get back in shape, I returned to BJJ. In just four weeks, with focused training and better nutrition, I lost 10kg and was ready to step back into competition.
At 23, I earned my brown belt and solidified my reputation as one of the top grapplers in the UK. In April 2021, I founded Elite Submission Grappling, and just a few months later, I was honoured to receive my black belt.
At 28, I’m proud to have established myself as one of Europe’s top No-Gi grapplers while leading a thriving community at Elite Submission Grappling. I’m deeply passionate about helping others reach their full potential and am excited for what the future holds.
Main Achievements 2019-2026:
• AJP No-Gi European Champion
• ADCC Portugese National Champion x2
• ADCC Swiss National Champion x2
• ADCC Danish National Champion x2
• ADCC British National Champion
• ADCC German National Champion
• ADCC Swedish National Champion
• ADCC English Open Champion
• ADCC São Paulo Open Champion x2
• IBJJF Salvador Open Champion x2
• IBJJF Curitiba Open Champion
• IBJJF Paris Open No-Gi Champion x2
• IBJJF Madrid Open No-Gi Champion x2
• IBJJF London Open No-Gi Champion
• IBJJF No-Gi European Bronze Medalist
• Polaris Superfight Winner x5
• Polaris Squads Winner
• Polaris Contenders Champion
Plus Many More!
Assistant Coach
Jacob Gkatzoflia
About Jacob
Adults & Kids Coach and Purple Belt under Jed Hue
Hi, my names Jacob i'm a 20 year old purple belt under Jed Hue. i've been training for around 5 years now. i originally got into jiujitsu as a hobby because i'd always had an interest in martial arts, but it didn't take long before i realised this is what i wanted to do with my life!
These days i train with the goal of becoming one of the best in the world, travelling internationally to compete at the highest level of the sport. i've been fortunate to win major titles like the IBJJF Pan-Americans, IBJJF Brasileiros, along with picking up some big wins on a major European platforms like Polaris.
Over the past few years, i've also developed a real passion for coaching. Teaching has helped me grow massively not just as an instructor but as a competitors as too. Being able to breakdown techniques and help different people understand them has taken my own understanding of Jiu-Jitsu to another level!
Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone, and i'm always keen to help people get started and level up so i hope to see you on the mats soon!
Accolades
• IBJJF Pan-American Champion
• IBJJF Brasileiro Champion
• IBJJF Dublin Open Champion
• IBJJF London Open Champion
• ADCC English Open Champion
• ADCC Scotland Open Champion
• ADCC Wales Open Champion
• Polaris Superfight Winner