I trained in the boxing classes at Brave MMA & Fitness and had a great experience. The coaches were…read moresupportive, motivating, and very knowledgeable, making it easy to learn and improve. Everyone was welcoming, and the environment was positive and encouraging. I would definitely recommend it to anyone interested in boxing.

A Haven of Mastery and Mentorship at Bravé MMA…read more.. I'm a 46 year old blue belt with at desk job. BJJ has been the best thing that i have done in my life. Nothing worth doing is easy and this goes for BJJ. The rewards are the people you meet and the knowledge you gain and share. It is very fullfilling. Additonally, for several hours a day, focusing on BJJ takes my mind off of any other problems that I have whether its a stressful job or a bad day in general. They say meditaton is good, well....bjj is great and gets you in shape too). At Bravé MMA, my training experience has been transformed under the expert guidance of Coach Kenny and his older brother, Coach KB, an MMA champion. Coach Kenny's deep knowledge and approachable style in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, combined with Coach KB's exceptional skill in boxing, BJJ and Muay Thai, create an unparalleled learning environment. Their commitment to each student's growth, whether in competitive spirit or skill development, is evident in every class. The gym's focus on safety, personalized training, and fostering a positive, supportive atmosphere sets it apart, in my opinion. Unlike my previous gym experience, Brave MMA emphasizes skill and personal development over a transactional, attendance-based approach. This nurturing environment, where challenges are met with encouragement and individual strengths are honed, makes Bravé MMA a unique and rewarding place for anyone passionate about martial arts. Justin

I can't say enough about this gym - but here goes: Despite…read moreliving on the East side of Edmonton, I travel across town to St Albert to Complete Fitness and Martial Arts at least four days a week. I take Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class here with renowned BJJ Black Belt and Pro MMA Fighter, Andrew McInnes and my boyfriend is a pro MMA fighter and member of the gym's MMA Pro Team and student as well. The gym itself is easy to find in the Campbell Business Park with plenty of parking and clear signage. Inside - it's HOT. The gym is kept very warm which is overwhelming at first, but compared to other gyms I've trained at is a savior the next day for hard worked muscles and joints. The mats are clean, safe and free of rips and gaping areas that could catch toes. There are two levels inside - the main mat area where the classes are held, and a smaller, more private upstairs area with full mats for private classes and smaller classes. There are two washrooms and a private shower room - monthly membership is extremely reasonable with no hidden costs or mandatory fees for seminars. I started training at Complete almost 2 years ago and it's changed my life. The sense of family and closeness is strong and the people I train with are not only my training partners, but also some of my closest friends - it's not unusual to have a group of us out after class or to see a giant crew of CFMA members together at local fighting events and tournaments. It's a tight knit group! BJJ Instructor, Andrew, teaches class Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings - as well as a kids' jiu jitsu class for kids 4+ on Fridays (I'm pretty sure) Classes are thorough and include detailed instruction, intensive drilling and live rolling. I have taken classes with several other instructors at a couple other gyms in the city and while I haven't had a bad experience, I can honestly say that Andrew's style of teaching, coaching and class conduct is by far my favourite. The gym also offers a Boot-Camp fitness class, kick-boxing and MMA classes with excellent, friendly and capable instructors. It's Pro Team is host to some of Edmonton and area's finest professional MMA fighters (including a couple current UFC fighters as well!) Saturday mornings are host to Open Mat where we come down to practise, get some rolls in, hit the bags and even just hang out for fun. CFMA is a highly competitive gym. The bootcamp class does events like The Spartan Race, the BJJ Students are eager to compete in local tournaments and show up to support the team even when they're not competing. Members who are professional fighters are active and successful in MMA events across the province and we have a great time together cheering on our training partners. If you're looking for a place to try out a style of martial art and are hoping for a casual, relaxed environment with friends rather than stuffy formalities, hidden costs and forced seminars - Complete is the place to try out. If you're looking for an excellent BJJ gym where belts and acknowledgements are awarded as necessary and as skill level increases and not by a punch card with a price tag - Complete is the place for you. If you're looking for a real-life, competitive instruction with professional, accomplished teachers and coaches - Complete is your gym Come try it :)

After taking both kidlets here for Open House day last month, we unexpectedly signed up both of…read morethem for a two month trial. I talked with some of the other parents and one who had been going here for two years with his daughter. He mentioned that they had tried 2 other Jiu-Jitsu locations before his young daughter felt at home here. From the moment you meet Sensei Stephane Dore, you know you've come to the right place for little kids. He's warm and inviting and my kids (4 & 7) were immediately at ease with him. I was surprised that he jumped right into teaching flips and falls for the introductory class at the open house - impressive! Parking is limited (Riel Industrial) but not impossible - be sure to park in the allowed areas. I like how the big roll up industrial doors allow for lots of fresh air and light in the dojo - and the mesh netting to keep out bugs is a nice touch. I had initially only thought about signing up our older child but with a 50% discount on additional family members, I quickly hopped on board and gave in to my pleading 4 year old for the Little Kids Ninja Class as well :-) I'll be sure to write an update in a few months time...

The Trophy Wife and I saw that St. Albert Jiu-Jitsu was offering a free class for kids. Since our…read morechildren have mentioned an interest in the martial arts for a while now, we quickly took advantage of the offer and enrolled our seven-year old daughter and four-year old son in the session. Stephane, their instructor was absolutely fantastic with the kids! He showed them breathing techniques and got their blood pumping by showing them how to fall properly ,holds and grappling maneuvers. They even had a little grappling session at the end of the class! Even though there was only eight kids in this particular session, Stephane had another instructor there as well, to help out with not only the demonstrations, but also so all the kids got some nice individual attention. Both Stephane and his colleague (I am so sorry that I didn't catch his name) had a wonderful demeanour to them and they treated all the kids with respect and in turn, they seemed to treat their instructors the same way back. We liked the atmosphere so much that we signed up both of our rugrats for two months and they were both ecstatic! We'll see if they keep up the interest in their lessons come November. Regardless of how our own kids' martial arts interest turns out, if you are interested in Jiu-Jitsu, you can't go wrong with Stephane at St. Albert Jiu-Jitsu.

Attending Krav Maga classes with TIP OF SPEAR has changed my life in so many positive ways. This…read moredoes not only support fitness, but teaches practical self-defense, something I can actually use to protect myself. I feel like I am accomplishing something; building a skill I am proud of. The class environment is supportive and welcoming. David Suffern is amazing at what he does. He is positive, brings in humour, and fun into the class. David challenges his students, but is supportive. He is flexible, working with a variety of different body types and abilities. He clearly breaks down technique, supports, and adapts as necessary to ensure his students are grasping the material. He not only explains why we do something, but also demonstrates context to further understanding. On a personal level, I have seen improvements in all aspects of my life. My confidence, fitness, mental health, and quality of life have improved greatly. No matter how terrible my day is, I am determined to go to class, because when I get there, I am smiling, laughing, and ready to go. As someone with anxiety and PTSD, Krav Maga with David and the Krav Maga family has been a safe and incredible place to be. No matter how anxious I am before class, my anxiety disappears after walking in. It has taken some of my PTSD symptoms and redirected them into a skill, given them a focus, so much so, that my family has noticed a difference. I can't imagine my life without Krav Maga, and more importantly the people at Tip Of Spear who I have grown to respect and care for.

After looking around at several options online and in-class for the Alberta Basic Security Training…read moreCourse, I found tip of spear! Now, tip of spear was NOT the cheapest option, but it is THE BEST option! Conveniently located, this clean, and friendly facility offers everything you need to advance your security/law career, or make a start for one! They also offer Krav Maga classes which I did not try but I will be trying! The course was well spaced over 5 days with a review on the 5th day before the test which was a really great feature in my opinion. Not only was the course well detailed and well explained, but offered more than just BASIC knowledge to help you in the real world! With the great staff at Tip Of Spear I was able to achieve a 100% with NO prior knowledge of the security industry! That is a reflection on them in my opinion! Over all, GREAT training facility with great staff! I will be recommending them to any and all who are looking for training!

I have been doing martial arts all over the country for over 25 years. Different martial arts and…read moredifferent places. Paladin is small and personal and works hard to keep it simple and true to the "do". In today's world of the McDojo this is the furthest from it I have found in a long time including one of the most miserable and unscrupulous (and now infamous) schools that I have ever personally experienced and arguably in the whole country right here in Edmonton. Paladin is a breath of fresh air for a grown up (or a kid) that doesn't need all the BS politics and idol worship required in many (most) other schools.. keep up the good work Phil! I think the General would approve.

This place has friendly people, affordable exercise, and helps build confidence. I would recommend…read morePaladin over ANY other location you may be considering.

So excited for my son Cruz & nephew Dresden, starting their journey into taekwondo. Taekwondo was a…read moreGIANT part of my life, I started as a young girl until my adulthood. Being a student, a helper, a junior instructor with the leadership team & my final journey as instructor with my dear friend Jessica. Even when I retired, it has always been in my heart - I can still recall my self-defense, some of my poomsae's, step defense, board/brick breaking, life lessons & the cherished relationships I've made. I must stress the importance of my training as I unfortunately in my life found myself in a very scary violent domestic violence relationship. I truly do feel that my taekwondo training possibly saved my life, I believe in multiple situations I found myself in - it detoured him from the volatile confrontation turning into a very real scary physical one from happening. It also gave me the confidence to stand up for myself & create a 'safe plan' to leave this toxic relationship... now that I have my son I cant stress the importance of self-defense. I brought my son & nephew for their first class & it was a very heart melting moment for me as I watched my beloved head master Derek Sadler tie my son's & my nephews white belt for their first class. As he did mine many years ago. There is no doubt in my mind my son & nephew are is great hands. I'm looking forward to watching their journey & watching many more belts being tied. Precision Martial Arts Academy

The Core-Kickboxing class offered here is absolutely amazing and guaranteed to deliver results both…read moreinside and out. Alternating activities in each class, instructor Derek Sadler keeps classes interesting by incorporating bag work with punching and kicking drills as well as core strengthening exercises and circuits. Expect to sweat during class and feel like you can take on the world when you leave. Cute sign above sink in change room says No Vomiting. :) Yeah, it's hardcore, but that's what you came for, right? Not to mention, the benefits of learning self-defense and meeting new people. The environment is friendly, welcoming and supportive. All levels of participation are accommodated in class without deterring anybody's ability to derive the absolute best experience. I wholeheartedly recommend!

In 1990, I started taking kung fu lessons while in university. While the punching and kicking has…read morebeen fun, I've always liked the idea of taking a grappling art, but I was a bit worried I might be too old to start a new martial art. Earlier this summer, I enrolled my 10 year old and 4 year old daughters in Professor Andrew's Brazilian jiu-jitsu class at Arashi Do Whyte. I thought if I wasn't going to take any classes, at least my daughters could try it. After a month of watching my daughters grapple, I had to try it and I'm happy I did! Professor Andrew and his students made me feel welcome from the moment I stepped through the door. There were no "tough guys" with attitudes looking for a fight, just a bunch of people wanting to learn Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Professor Andrew teaches the Behring Progressive System and is extremely knowledgeable and is also a very effective teacher. He's excellent with the kids and uses humour as a teaching tool. He also uses humour in the adult classes...but it's a bit different! If you're looking for a quality jiu-jitsu instructor, you couldn't go wrong with Professor Andrew. Highly recommended!

I've been going to Method BJJ (previously Arashi-do Whyte) for roughly three years. In all that…read moretime, I've had no complaints with the gym or professor Andrew, nor any with my fellow classmates. It is a welcoming and fun environment where everyone is encouraged to push themselves as far as they want to go. There is no drama, no "buy-in" or cult-like reverence to the gym and its ways. Simply put, there is no nonsense. Andrew is an incredible instructor. He not only understands his art and how to apply it, but he knows how to break it down into a science that applies for everyone. Regardless of your size, age, strengths or gender, you will be well coached in how to make the art your own. The facilities are decent. They aren't the biggest or newest in the city, but they don't detract from the product offered. All in all, I highly recommend you check out Method BJJ and take a class. You will not regret it.

I have signed up my ( just turned) two-year-old for the mini dragon's class. I feel she is a bit…read moretoo young for the class. The class should be for three years and above not two. Things such as stretching and and following directions are a bit too advanced for a age 24 month old. At the end of class when they play with balloons etc she does enjoy it but I wish I would've waited another six months or year. They also change the class from 915 to 9 and we did not get the message so we miss part of the first class. But those two things aren't a big deal and so far we are having a fun time. The staff seem friendly enough and the class is pretty well structured. I like how they let both parents come in or there is a waiting room with a window where grandparents or the other parent can just sit and relax and watch your children. ( this class there must always be one parent present in the class) We are halfway done our eight week class and I would say so far so good. It's a nice way to get your children active.

For other reviewers saying that they tell you you'll get your black belt in two years and then they…read morefelt conned... it all depends on how much work you put in to your training. Having been involved with this tae kwon-do school for over half my life, I can say that it's one of the best out there. Unfortunately, I've had to use what I've learned in real life, and I can tell you that it works. Things have changed a great deal since I started when I was... 12? But that's what happens when businesses expand. The instruction I received personally has always been the best. In my opinion, you get what you pay for. The best teachers, the best facilities, and the best programs. I've met people here that I'm going to know for the rest of my life. The people who have been unhappy obviously don't understand the word "contract", or are the type prone to signing things without reading them, and I find that really unfortunate.