Business Details
Your Premier Martial Arts Academy in Simcoe, Ontario
Simcoe Martial Arts was founded by Dennis Gray, a 5th Degree Black Belt with over 30 years of experience in martial arts. Our facility offers world-class training in Taekwon-Do, Freestyle Karate, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced competitors. Dennis Gray, a decorated champion and former Team Canada National Team Coach, personally oversees instruction alongside certified instructors like Quintan Kelly, ensuring expertise in every class. We provide youth and adult programs, family-friendly sessions, and competitive team training, emphasizing discipline, physical fitness, and self-defense. Our modern, welcoming dojo in Norfolk County fosters a motivating environment for students to develop inner strength and technical mastery.With specialized classes for sparring, competition preparation, and private consultations, we cater to diverse goals while maintaining a focus on safety and skill progression. The facility also partners with Boxing Ontario for certified boxing instruction, expanding our offerings to meet varied interests. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our community recognition as Norfolk County's #1 martial arts provider. Whether pursuing fitness, competition, or self-defense, students receive personalized guidance to exceed their expectations. We invite newcomers to experience our clean, professional environment through a free trial lesson and facility tour.
Services
Kids Martial Arts
Adult Taekwon-Do
Kickboxing
Competition Training
Sparring Classes
Private Lessons
Family Kickboxing
Muay Thai
Freestyle Karate
Boxing Certification
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of championship-level martial arts expertise from our head instructor.
- Our certified instructors specialize in multiple disciplines including Taekwon-Do and Muay Thai.
- We provide personalized training programs for all skill levels from beginners to competitors.
- Our facility is recognized as Norfolk County's #1 martial arts provider.
- We offer specialized programs for youth development, family fitness, and competitive athletes.
Associations and certifications
- Boxing Ontario
- World Congress Of Martial Arts
- World Kickboxing Council Canada
Services
Kids Martial Arts
Our youth martial arts classes develop discipline, coordination, and confidence in children. Certified instructors teach modified Taekwon-Do and Karate techniques tailored to different age groups. Students learn self-defense skills while improving physical fitness in a safe, engaging environment.
Adult Taekwon-Do
Adult Taekwon-Do classes focus on technical mastery, physical conditioning, and mental discipline. Students learn traditional patterns, sparring techniques, and self-defense applications. The program accommodates all skill levels from beginners to advanced practitioners seeking black belt certification.
Competition Training
Our competition team prepares athletes for martial arts tournaments through specialized sparring drills and performance coaching. The program includes competition strategy, physical conditioning, and mental preparation for both amateur and professional competitors.
Kickboxing
Certified by Boxing Ontario, our kickboxing program teaches striking techniques, footwork, and defensive strategies. Classes combine cardiovascular conditioning with practical self-defense applications, suitable for both recreational fitness and competitive athletes.
Private Lessons
Customized one-on-one instruction addresses individual goals for martial arts proficiency. Private sessions focus on specific techniques, competition preparation, or accelerated belt progression with personalized feedback from senior instructors.
People
Dennis Gray
Head Instructor & Owner
5th Degree Black Belt with 30+ years of martial arts experience. Multiple Canadian champion and former Team Canada National Team Coach. Specializes in Taekwon-Do and Freestyle Karate instruction.
Quintan Kelly
Kickboxing Instructor
Certified boxing instructor with 4 years of training in Taekwon-Do, Muay Thai, and Kickboxing. Amateur Muay Thai competitor and experienced WKC Kickboxing coach.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We offer Taekwon-Do, Freestyle Karate, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, and Boxing instruction from certified instructors.
Do you have classes for children?
Yes, we provide age-appropriate martial arts classes for children starting at age 5 with specialized instruction.
Are there competitive opportunities available?
Our competition team trains athletes for local, national, and international martial arts tournaments across multiple disciplines.
Do you offer trial classes for beginners?
We provide free trial lessons and facility tours to help new students experience our programs.
What safety equipment is required?
Basic gear includes gloves and mouthguards for sparring classes. Full protective equipment is mandatory for competition training.
Are private martial arts lessons available?
Yes, we offer customized one-on-one instruction to address specific training goals and skill development needs.
Reviews (2)
Lillian Miller
Jul 20, 2019
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Great resource for our community!! Fantastic instructors and an amazing outlet for my 9 year old...I highly recommend this spot!
Steve Wheldon
Jun 11, 2016
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Fantastic place, great instructors and they really know how to perform in competitions. Dennis Gray is well respected in the martial arts community.