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Your Premier Martial Arts Academy in Toronto
Toronto BJJ stands as Toronto's premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy, offering world-class training for all skill levels. Founded on the lineage of Grand Master Helio Gracie, we combine technical excellence with a welcoming community atmosphere. Our 10,000-square-foot facility features state-of-the-art training areas, showers, and equipment. With a proven track record of developing champions and beginners alike, we emphasize personal growth, self-defense, and physical fitness. Our team of internationally recognized instructors brings decades of competitive experience to every class.The academy's flexible schedule accommodates busy lifestyles with morning, afternoon, and evening classes seven days a week. We offer a risk-free 30-day trial to demonstrate our commitment to client satisfaction. Located in downtown Toronto with convenient subway access, our facility serves students from across the GTA. Through private lessons and group classes, we cater to adults, teens, children, and women seeking specialized training. This combination of expertise, facilities, and community focus has earned us recognition as Toronto's #1 martial arts school.
Services
Adult BJJ
Kids BJJ
Teens BJJ
Women's Only
Private Lessons
Highlights and features
- We offer a 30-day risk-free trial with no financial commitment
- Our instructors include multiple BJJ world champions and UFC champions
- We maintain a 10,000 square foot facility with premium training equipment
- Our schedule features 7-day availability with morning to evening classes
- We provide specialized programs for adults, teens, children, and women
Associations and certifications
- Helio Gracie lineage
Services
Adult BJJ
Our Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program offers comprehensive training for all skill levels, focusing on self-defense, fitness, and personal growth. Participants learn from world-class instructors with extensive competitive experience. The program emphasizes technical proficiency, physical conditioning, and mental discipline in a supportive environment.
Kids BJJ
Designed for children aged 3-12, our Kids BJJ program develops discipline, confidence, and physical coordination through age-appropriate techniques. Certified instructors create a fun yet structured environment that promotes character development and self-defense skills. Classes are divided by age groups for optimal learning.
Teens BJJ
The Teens BJJ program helps adolescents build physical fitness, self-esteem, and conflict resolution skills through structured martial arts training. Specialized instruction focuses on practical self-defense techniques while maintaining a fun, engaging atmosphere for teenage participants.
Women's Only
Our Women's Only BJJ classes provide a supportive environment for female practitioners to develop self-defense skills and physical fitness. The program emphasizes practical techniques for real-world scenarios while fostering camaraderie among participants.
Private Lessons
Private BJJ lessons offer personalized instruction tailored to individual goals and skill levels. These one-on-one sessions allow focused attention on specific techniques, competition preparation, or accelerated learning for both beginners and advanced practitioners.
People
Jorge Britto
Head Instructor
4th-degree BJJ black belt and ADCC European Qualifier Champion. Specializes in advanced techniques and competitive training. Brings over two decades of experience to Toronto BJJ.
Nathan Rector
Instructor
2nd-degree BJJ black belt teaching adult, kids, and teens programs. Combines technical expertise with youth development experience to create engaging martial arts instruction for all ages.
Vicky Hoang
Instructor
BJJ black belt world champion with expertise in adult and children's instruction. Focuses on technical precision and creating an inclusive learning environment for all skill levels.
David Mosleh
Instructor
No-Gi World Champion specializing in adult and teen instruction. Emphasizes practical self-defense applications and competition preparation in his technical teaching approach.
Josh Rapport
Director
2nd-degree BJJ black belt serving as academy director. Oversees program development and maintains instructional standards across all training programs at Toronto BJJ.
Questions
What is included in the 30-day free trial?
The trial includes unlimited access to all group classes, loaner uniforms, and small-group instruction to prepare for regular training.
What should I wear for my first class?
Bring photo ID, an extra shirt, and we'll provide the Gi uniform. Water bottle and towel for showers are recommended.
Are there classes for complete beginners?
Yes, we offer White Belt Only Basics classes multiple times daily with specialized instruction for new students.
What are your facility features?
Our 10,000 sq ft facility includes two training areas, showers, lockers, pro shop, and 4,000 sq ft of mat space.
Do you offer women-specific classes?
Yes, we have dedicated Women's Only BJJ classes with specialized self-defense instruction in a supportive environment.
Reviews (7)
Neveen N.
Jan 11, 2019
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This is long overdue. I came here back in Fall of 2018. I was there for an event and needed to train. Professor was generous and let me train and gave me some solid guard passing advice. This is a predominantly Gi gym, though Professor offered to roll me in NoGi. I attended the morning class, and it's mainly nice, working class folks. I will say, I was the smallest by far... at 125 lbs and 5'0". However the warm up was great, and the rolls were great too. I'll be coming back if I'm ever in town!
I'm looking forward to see how this place grows over time.
I'm looking forward to see how this place grows over time.
Scott S.
Jun 05, 2017
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Trained BJJ here twice the other week while on a business trip from LA. The instructor, Dave, was welcoming and the other students were cool (and didn't try to beat me up too badly!). Good experience and will definitely try to stop back in the next time I'm in town.
Bernie C.
Mar 17, 2017
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I did a trial class yesterday with Nathan. While this place isn't the fanciest (they don't even water fountains, just tap water) and a bare bones change room, it is kept fairly clean. While I was waiting for my trial class to start, Dylan and Josh were at the front and were very friendly and were attempting to make people laugh (they did a poor job at it, but the A+ effort). Regardless, very friendly people. In terms of the class itself, it was quite good as Nathan went through the very basics (there was only three of us in the class) as we all said we had no experience with BJJ
P. R.
Jun 14, 2016
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Why aren't you training here?! Huge schedule, world class instructors and a family friendly atmosphere. If you want to go pro or just get in shape this is the best jiujitsu in the city/province in my opinion.
Tony W.
Aug 11, 2015
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Excellent gym with great instructors and training partners. I was in town for a visit and decided to check this place out. Professor Jorge Britto was very welcoming and ran a great class. I would definitely recommend this gym.
Kris W.
Jan 28, 2014
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Great place to work out , fairly clean and the trainers are good . The place has an octagon on the second floor and the whole floor is matted. First floor has a boxing ring and some bags to work out on. There is also a small weights area where you can weight train. The place gets crowded during peak hours , usually after 5 pm but other than that it's not too bad.
David K.
Nov 25, 2013
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I went to Toronto BJJ for Muay Thai for about 5 months. I was a beginner and went there after work. The instructors were great and the people were friendly. I did enjoyed my time training there and I went about three times a week. The monthly membership fee is somewhat higher than average, but still acceptable. The problem is that the way management deal with customer is not the best customer service. Due to change of work location, I had to stop going there after work. I originally signed a 6 months contract with them, so I emailed them months before the contract end date that I'd like
