No-gi · Grappling · Vienna

No-gi grappling in Vienna

Jiu-Jitsu without the uniform: faster, more dynamic and closer to wrestling. At Matte1 by Schwedenplatz you’ll find no-gi for beginners and advanced athletes – mornings and evenings, with dedicated classes for fundamentals, leg locks and takedowns.

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No-gi training: two athletes in rash guards on the ground

What is no-gi?

The “gi” is the traditional uniform in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In no-gi you train without it – in a rash guard and shorts. With no collars or sleeves to grab, the fight is about wrists, the neck and body position, which makes the game faster and more athletic.

Wrestling takedowns and leg locks play a bigger role than in the gi. That’s why no-gi is especially popular with competitors, wrestlers and MMA fighters – and a very direct way into Jiu-Jitsu for beginners.

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Two athletes in the clinch during no-gi training

No-gi vs. gi

Aspect	No-Gi	Gi
What you wear	Rash guard and shorts (or spats)	BJJ uniform (gi) and belt
Grips	On the body: wrists, neck, arms, legs	On the fabric: collar, sleeves, pants
Pace	Faster, more scrambles	Slower, more tactical
Focus	Takedowns, leg locks, body control	Collar chokes, guards built on fabric grips
Closest to	Wrestling and MMA	Judo

Matte1 offers both – a membership gives you access to every class. See prices

No-gi classes at Matte1

NoGi FundamentalsThe no-gi fundamentals: positions, escapes and your first submissions.
NoGi MixedClasses for all levels, mornings and evenings – technique followed by rolling.
NoGi Leglocks (all levels)Learn to attack and defend leg locks safely – a core part of modern no-gi.
Wrestling for BJJTakedowns and wrestling on the feet, tailored to Jiu-Jitsu.
NoGi JudoThrows and off-balancing from judo, adapted for training without the gi.
Positional SparringSparring from set positions – work specifically on your weak spots.

New to Jiu-Jitsu? Our beginners course is a no-gi course and the easiest way to start.

A typical week

Monday: 18:00 NoGi Mixed
Tuesday: 9:30 NoGi Mixed18:00 NoGi Fundamentals19:15 NoGi Leglocks
Wednesday: 18:00 Wrestling for BJJ
Thursday: 9:30 NoGi Mixed18:00 NoGi Mixed
Friday: 9:30 NoGi Mixed18:00 NoGi Judo19:15 Positional Sparring
Sat & Sun: 12:00 Open Mat

As of October 2026. The live schedule always takes priority: View schedule

Who is no-gi for?

Beginners – no uniform, no experience – just start.
Wrestlers, judoka and MMA fighters – your background fits the no-gi game perfectly.
Competitors – competition prep is a fixed part of what Matte1 offers.
Gi practitioners – no-gi sharpens your pace, takedowns and leg locks.
Visitors to Vienna – with the drop-in day pass.

No-gi FAQ

Do I need a gi for no-gi?

No. No-gi is trained in a rash guard and shorts. For your first class, regular sportswear and a towel are all you need.

Is no-gi good for beginners?

Yes. Our beginners course is a no-gi course: 8 weeks of fundamentals in a fixed group, no experience needed. After that you can continue with NoGi Fundamentals and the mixed classes.

Can I train both no-gi and gi?

Yes. A membership gives you unlimited training in all classes – no-gi and gi.

Is no-gi the same as grappling?

“Grappling” is the umbrella term for combat sports built on grips, takedowns and groundwork without strikes. No-gi Jiu-Jitsu is one form of it – rooted in BJJ, with plenty of wrestling influence.

Can I drop in for a no-gi class?

Yes – with the €35 drop-in day pass you can join every class that day.

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