Raymond is the man! Big ups to Raymond Mourad the owner and operator of this storied establishment…read more Raymond is an international Taekwondo champion and has trained many other international Taekwondo champions. Welcome to the DoGym. This is the DoGym. This is absolutely without a doubt the best gym in NDG. Right above Esposito in the heart of the Deeg. Turn up at this gym and you'll find a huge and beautiful boxing/martial arts gym. You'll train like you're Rocky. I start out with a nice 20 minutes of intervals on the stationary bicycle. Then I hop on over to the bench and do 4 sets of 12 reps of the dumb-bell chest press then I hop on over again to the rack and grab a barbell for bicep curls to the tune of 4 sets of 12 reps once again. At this point I'm gonna tear into some nice lentils to get the protein into me. Then I go for a nice stretch on the extensive floor of padded mats. That is really very nice. I love rolling around; it makes for a nice and relaxing stretch. Come to the gym. You will love it. The hardest part of working out is getting yourself to the gym. Then there's the actual exertion which is also hard but your body will thank you afterwards.

I was invited to try a class at this traditional Kung Fu school by fellow yelper Antonio S. It was…read moremy first time trying any martial arts of any kind so I was a little nervous and didn't know what to expect. There is a lovely old sign outside but no address on the door so I did feel a bit like I was being introduced to a Chinatown secret. The studio is on the 3rd floor, and is comprised of a bright open room with a traditional Buddhist shrine and a tidy collection of training weapons and old photos and relevant art lining the walls. Everything feels clean and well cared for. The back room is a casual lounge with a rag tag collection of futons and chalkboards and friendly people teasing each other in easy franglais. I met the teacher, a latin gentleman named Pierre with a red belt who has a kind laugh, easy welcoming manner, and a challenging and philosophical but still somehow playful approach to teaching. This school and it's students and teachers all made one thing very clear, this space and this tradition of Wing Chun is not a gym. Classes begin with respect shown to each other and end with 15 minutes of lecture on the philosophy and history of this branch of kung fu that traces its lineage back 1500 years directly to Wing Chun and the Shaolin Temple. The training was difficult, 2 minutes of plank is pretty hard core and that's just one of a series of physically demanding postures that require precision and extreme determination. But the whole attitude, from every single student and teacher, was one of welcome and kindness and respect for you wherever you are at. I learned that kung fu is a study of humanism and compassion and courage: the courage to face challenges that seem impossible, and the compassion to be gentle with the weak. I really loved the experience and look forward to going back. Apparently everyone is welcome to try their first introductory class for free so if you are interested in a kind of physical practice that goes way deeper than bulking up, definitely get in touch with these kind folks.

I have been practicing traditional Wing Chun for a few years now and wanted to try the training…read morehere. I loved Pierre's way of training, as it strikes a great balance between techniques, physical conditioning as well as exchanges of technique.

Most people have never been in a fight, so set yourself apart and know the basic. Team360 is a safe…read moreplace to learn the fundamental of fighting. They teach classes in both french and English. From striking, to grappling, to submissions, they have it all. Ranging at all skill levels, from total beginner, to MMA pro. With enough space to have separate classes for woman. You'll find the gym clean, as they sanitize the mats between the classes. If you embark on this journey you'll quickly realize not only the physical, but mental and spiritual benefits. With good nutrition, that dream body will become an after thought just by how good you'll feel after a good training session. With a wonderful community, who value respect, perseverance, and growth. You couldn't ask for a better gym to welcome yourself in the world of fighting.

From the owner: Brossard Martial Arts Academy has been offering martial arts classes for children, self-defense…read moreclasses for adults, kickboxing, jiu jitsu, mixed martial arts classes. Family owned and operated, come see for yourself what we have to offer. Choose any one of our programs and we'll give you a full week of free training so you can be sure to choose the right one for you or your family. Martial Arts training, if taught right, can be an effective way to reach your fitness goals, increase confidence, lose weight and regain a sense of control over your life. Whether it be, following through on decisions you make, having more focus, relieving symptoms of depression, raising self-esteem, feeling a sense of harmony between your mind and body, or simply finding an activity to release stress and meet new people, Our certified instructors the experience and the know how to get you started right in the Martial Arts. No katas, no egos, just dedicated instructors ready to help you.