Business Details
Join Kelowna's Premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
At RDC Jiu Jitsu Academy, we are dedicated to cultivating excellence in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu through a holistic approach that nurtures the Body, Mind, and Spirit. Founded by Sterling Redlack, Kyle Deleurme, and Lance Croteau, our academy prioritizes technical mastery and individualized growth in a relaxed, collaborative environment. Our instructors bring extensive competitive and teaching experience, ensuring students of all levels receive personalized guidance. We emphasize self-defense, discipline, and confidence-building while fostering a strong sense of community.Our structured programs for adults and children focus on methodical skill development, leveraging leverage over strength to empower students. With flexible class schedules and a welcoming atmosphere, we aim to make Jiu-Jitsu accessible and transformative for everyone. Our testimonials highlight our commitment to student progress, family engagement, and creating a supportive team dynamic. Whether pursuing competition or personal growth, our academy provides the tools for success.
Services
Adult Jiu Jitsu Program
Kids Jiu Jitsu Program
No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu
Boxing Program
Fundamental Classes
Highlights and features
- We offer structured, 5-week fundamental programs for beginners.
- Our instructors have extensive competitive and teaching experience.
- We emphasize individualized learning at each student's comfort level.
- We provide family-friendly programs with proven confidence-building results.
- Our academy fosters a collaborative, think-tank training atmosphere.
What people say
Welcoming and inviting
Great sense of community
Confidence-building
Patient instructors
Fun and challenging classes
Services
Adult Jiu Jitsu Program
Our Adult Jiu Jitsu Program focuses on advanced techniques and individual style development. Students engage in structured classes covering complex positions, modern competition rules, and practical self-defense applications. The curriculum balances technical precision with adaptable learning, allowing practitioners to refine their skills at their own pace while building physical and mental resilience.
Kids Jiu Jitsu Program
The Kids Jiu Jitsu Program teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu through dynamic, age-appropriate methods. Children learn self-defense, discipline, and confidence using grappling techniques that emphasize leverage over strength. Classes incorporate games, group exercises, and live training to develop motor skills, teamwork, and focus in a safe, engaging environment tailored to young learners.
No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu
No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu focuses on grappling without traditional uniforms, emphasizing speed, control, and adaptability. This program teaches takedowns, positional dominance, and submission techniques applicable to both sport and real-world scenarios. Classes cater to all skill levels, combining technical drills with live sparring to enhance practical application and physical conditioning.
People
Sterling Redlack
Owner/Head Coach
Sterling Redlack is the founder and head coach of RDC Jiu Jitsu Academy, bringing years of competitive experience and instructional expertise to the program. He leads a team dedicated to creating a supportive environment where students develop technical proficiency and personal confidence through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Questions
What age groups are eligible for the kids' program?
Our kids' program is designed for children aged 5-12, with age-appropriate techniques and activities focused on foundational skills and character development.
Do I need prior experience to join adult classes?
No prior experience is required. Our fundamental classes cater to complete beginners, with progressive training to build skills at every level.
What should I wear to my first class?
For the first session, wear comfortable athletic clothing. Gi and No-Gi options are available, with rental gis provided for trial participants.
Are there competitive training opportunities?
Yes, we offer competition-focused training covering modern rules and strategies for those interested in competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu events.
How flexible are the class schedules?
We provide multiple weekly sessions including early morning, evening, and weekend options to accommodate various availability preferences for both adults and children.
Reviews (2)
Connor Anderson
Jan 28, 2020
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Best place for Jiu Jitsu in Kelowna hands down. Sterling is an amazing and humble coach, could not recommend this place enough!
Jj W.
Oct 03, 2018
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Tons of campions to come out of this gym. Instructor sterling redlack is well informed and has many years of experience training in multiple countries. Loved my experience here and recommend it to anyone wanting to get into mma or jiu jitsu and or anyone who is already a professional and wants to train hard.
