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Welcome to Straight Blast Gym - Your Home for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Martial Arts Training
At Straight Blast Gym, we are dedicated to building a vibrant community where individuals achieve their personal goals through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Founded on principles of mutual support and authentic connection, our academy offers professionally trained coaching staff and a structured curriculum tested by world champions. We emphasize safe, inclusive training environments for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced competitors. Our methodology combines traditional techniques with modern teaching approaches, ensuring continuous growth and learning. With a focus on community-driven progress, we help students develop physical fitness, mental resilience, and self-confidence.Our team includes certified instructors with extensive experience in martial arts and youth development programs. Through regular seminars and standardized training protocols, we maintain global SBG quality benchmarks. By prioritizing personal growth over competition, we create spaces where consistency leads to mastery. Our family-oriented approach fosters lifelong friendships while teaching practical self-defense skills. Whether pursuing fitness goals or competitive excellence, our members benefit from a supportive network committed to their success.
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Kids Program
Warrior Women
Foundations Class
Teens BJJ
Competition Team
Open Mat Sessions
Applied Fundamentals
Positional Drilling
Self-Defense Training
Highlights and features
- We offer professionally trained world-class coaching staff with global SBG certification
- Our proven curriculum has produced IBJJF World Champions and UFC veterans
- We maintain a safe training environment with injury prevention as a top priority
- Our programs accommodate all skill levels from complete beginners to advanced competitors
- We combine traditional BJJ techniques with modern, cutting-edge teaching methodologies
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program teaches practical self-defense techniques through a structured curriculum. Students develop physical fitness, mental discipline, and self-confidence while learning leverage-based combat methods. The program accommodates all experience levels from beginners to competitive athletes.
Kids Program
The Growing Gorillas kids program combines fun and safety through age-specific martial arts instruction. Children aged 4-17 develop coordination, focus, and social skills while learning in a supportive environment with certified instructors and lower injury rates than traditional sports.
Warrior Women
This women-only fitness class combines strength training, cardio exercises, and circuit training in a supportive community setting. Designed by women for women, it promotes physical health, mental well-being, and personal accountability through science-based fitness programming.
Foundations Class
The Foundations program introduces essential BJJ principles to new students regardless of prior experience. Focusing on fundamental positions and techniques, this class establishes proper training habits while emphasizing safety and technical precision for long-term martial arts development.
Competition Team
Our competition team program prepares athletes for tournament success through specialized training regimens. Members receive advanced technical instruction, sparring practice, and strategic preparation while maintaining the core principles of SBG's community-focused martial arts philosophy.
People
Steve Winjet
Head Coach, Adult BJJ, Kids BJJ
Owner and head coach Steve Winjet leads Straight Blast Gym with passion for martial arts. With extensive experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction, he focuses on community building and technical excellence while maintaining global SBG standards.
Katy Winjet
Co-owner, Warrior Women, Kids Program
Co-owner Katy Winjet specializes in women's fitness and youth martial arts programs. Her expertise in creating safe, engaging environments has made the Warrior Women and Kids Program cornerstones of Straight Blast Gym's community offerings.
Andrew Towns
Foundations Instructor
Andrew Towns teaches foundational BJJ techniques with emphasis on proper form and safety. As a certified instructor, he helps new students develop essential skills while fostering the supportive atmosphere central to SBG's philosophy.
Jeremy Wright
Kids Program Instructor
Jeremy Wright specializes in youth martial arts instruction, focusing on age-appropriate techniques and positive reinforcement. His patient approach helps children build confidence and discipline through structured BJJ training.
Chris Cooper
Kids Program Instructor
Chris Cooper brings energy and expertise to the kids program, creating engaging lessons that balance fun with technical development. His teaching style emphasizes safety and gradual skill progression for young martial artists.
Questions
What martial arts programs do you offer?
We offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for adults and children, Warrior Women fitness classes, competition team training, and foundational BJJ programs for all skill levels.
Is prior experience required to join?
No prior experience is needed. Our programs accommodate complete beginners through advanced practitioners with structured curricula for each skill level.
Are kids' classes safe?
Yes, safety is our top priority. Our kids program has lower injury rates than traditional sports, with certified instructors focusing on proper technique and controlled training environments.
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes, we provide free trial classes for all programs. Contact us to schedule your introductory session and experience our training environment.
What should I wear for my first class?
For BJJ classes, wear comfortable athletic clothing. We provide loaner gis for initial sessions. Bring water and arrive 15 minutes early for orientation.
How do I join the competition team?
Our competition team requires instructor approval. Members must demonstrate technical proficiency, attend regular training sessions, and commit to tournament preparation schedules.
Reviews (3)
Sean David
Aug 28, 2019
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SBG Edmonton is an awesome group of people with an amazing atmosphere. Can't thank them enough for letting me train while I was in town for work. The coaches are all super knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely be back again next time I'm in town. Thanks again SBG Edmonton!
Paul Sharp
Apr 19, 2019
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I highly recommend Coach Steve Winjet and SBG of Edmonton. If you’re looking for a group of folks dedicated to helping you be your best than you belong here.
Coral Adams
Mar 25, 2019
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SBG has a great atmosphere and vibe. I’m new to the gym and came by it via a women’s self defence course that was offered. I would highly recommend it based on the energy of its instructors alone. Thank you for accepting me to your gym.
