My girlfriend wanted to take the women's only fundamentals class and I needed some mat time so we…read morecame in on Sunday morning when they had both available. Kim welcomed us in and Emily (women's head coach) ran the fundamentals class. The class was thorough and Emily really made sure everyone understood what they were learning. By the time open mat started there was a good group of mixed belts ready to roll. Everyone I got to train with was super chill. Really cool people at this gym! Definitely make your way here if you're looking for a gym to train at.

From the owner: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school lead by Professor Josh Russell, Black Belt under Carlos Gracie Jr. We…read morefocus solely on jiu jitsu instruction and take pride in building students with sharp minds and strong hearts.

This martial arts academy is super friendly from the front staff to the instructors…read more Pricing is excellent and great activity for kids to be introduced to Muay Thai. Been taking kids to this location for 2 years and highly recommend for parents and even for adults to take lessons.

Elite is filled with everything needed for a proper martial arts environment. People of all skill…read morelevels to learn along side and push you further, a variety of class types for fitness and skill levels, be it competitive, self-defense driven, or just cardio and some hard work. Everyone is treated with respect and greeted with smiles. Excellent tutelage along with guest coach appearances on occasion by high level athletes in various fields, I've been going to Elite for almost 2 years whenever possible, and always miss everyone I've gotten to know when I can't make it down. Do yourselves a favor and swing down to check it out!

wonderful staff location. the classes are fun stimulating…read moreand creative. kids as young as five asu younger and oldest at aged 14 love it. grateful to Christa and Paul who have grown their jiujitsu family and embrace all in the same way.

From the owner: We specialize in martial arts. Mainly the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) in Okotoks. We also…read moreoffer Women's Only Kickboxing.

Joshua is extremely rude when he doesn't get his way online and proceeded to message me on this…read morebusiness page acting extremely unprofessional. Sad not to support a local business but the unprofessional behavior is unreal.

From the owner: We are an MMA & movement school. We focus on the core martail arts, boxing, muay thai, wrestling,…read morejiu jitsu, to be complete martial artist. We incorporate yoga, tai chi, & breathing/meditation into our classes and training. Our goal is to develop complete martial artists, and help people grow into there full potential.

I joined around a month or more ago, though I've only done a few classes so far I've met some…read morelovely people there, learned quite a bit so far and my self confidence has improved quite a lot

From the owner: Upper Academy is part of Alliance Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Team…read more We are focusing in New Beginners to have the greatest experience as possible! If you have no knowledge and zero experience but would like to try out Jiu Jitsu we can help you! Book your free trial today!

Great gym, with great people. Whether you're new or experienced this is the place to go! The…read morecoaches are amazing and the equipment is top of the line. Truly something for everyone!

From the owner: First week is absolutely free. Train for as little as 80.00$ per month Calgary premier fitness…read morecenter includes top coaches in Judo, MMA Stand-up with Russell Peel. Kickboxing & Muay Thai & kids classes with Dave Bastian. Fighters, Grappling,Striking Classes with Mark Maruzs. Conditioning, Team Dryland, Corporate training with Leora Maruzs

Wow. A really interesting martial arts club. I don't know why it's so small…read more They practice Aikido and it's older martial art Daito Ryu. They also practice kenjutsu (sword) and iaido. It's all practiced together and self reinforcing. So they teach the sword principles in their empty hand martial arts and the other way around. When people say that Aikido is based on sword, here that is clearly true and demonstrated. The skill and knowledge of the instructor and senior students is very high.

From the owner: New Kids Akido class - Launching Nov 5 in NW Calgary Learn…read morefocus, balance, and confidence through traditional Japanese martial arts. Our new kids’ Aikidō offering combines movement, discipline, and fun — no competition, no violence — just steady, mindful training that builds coordination and respect. Details: Start Date: Wednesday, November 5 Time: Wednesdays, 5:00–6:15 PM (and soon to be Mondays) Location: Mount Pleasant Community Hall (NW Calgary) Ages: 7 and up No experience needed — all beginners welcome What they’ll learn: Balance, posture, and body awareness Safe rolling and falling skills Cooperation and focus through traditional martial arts practice Japanese cultural elements like respect and etiquette About Us: Calgary Rakushinkan offers traditional Aikidō and classical sword arts (Kenjutsu/Iaijutsu) in a friendly, small-group environment. Classes are led by Josh MacDonald, a senior student of Rakushinkan Japan, with over 15 years of teaching experience.