Adult BJJ
Adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Orangeville
Beginners welcome. Learn self-defence, get fit and join a friendly team, coached by black belts and world-level competitors.
What to expect
Built for beginners, tough enough for competitors
Start from zero
Most of our adult members started with no martial arts experience. You train at your own pace and only start live rolling when you're ready.
How a class runs
A warm-up and technical instruction, then drilling and live rolling (sparring). You learn self-defence, get fit and join a friendly team.
Fits around work
Early-morning and daytime classes suit commuters and shift workers: Friday at 6 am, Tuesday and Thursday at 10 am, plus evenings and weekends.
Class times
Adult class times
Gi and no-gi classes for adults and teens 13 and up.
We are only open during class times, at 75 First Street.
Your coaches
Black belt coaches
Classes are led by black belts including Jake Smith (2018 IBJJF World Masters champion), Maurice Gear (2023 IBJJF World Masters silver) and Chas Zekeres (2017 IBJJF World Masters champion).
Price
Adult prices
Ages 13 and up. No-gi is included.
Pay up front: 6 months $850 · 1 year $1,600
Mon and Wed 7–8:30 pm · Tue and Thu 10–11:30 am · Tue and Thu no-gi 7–8:30 pm · Fri 6–7 am · Sat 12–1:30 pm · Sun open mat 12–1:30 pm · Teens only Fri 6–7 pm
Ages 13 and up.
Pay up front: 6 months $700 · 1 year $1,350
Fri 7–8:30 pm
Every BJJ, no-gi and Judo class.
Pay up front: 6 months $1,100 · 1 year $2,100
Every class above
Monthly price on a 12-month plan, plus HST. No-gi is included with BJJ. Family members and first responders get 15% off.
Reviews
What adult members say
“I started training here 2 years ago as a 41-year-old dad of 3 with zero martial arts experience. I was a bit hesitant at first, but the coaches and the community here are awesome, very welcoming and completely ego-free. The vibe is so good that now my whole family trains here.”
“Starting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as an adult is intimidating. But from the moment I stepped onto the mats here, that anxiety was completely dismantled by the culture of the gym. If you are on the fence about starting your Jiu-Jitsu journey, this is the place to be.”
“Initially, I was apprehensive in attending a class as I am new to the world of jiu-jitsu however, once I met Coach Jake, I felt right at home. It ended up being one of the best workouts I've had in a long time.”
Questions
Questions about adult BJJ
No. Most of our adult members started with no martial arts experience, and your first class is free. You'll learn technique and drill first, and only start live rolling when you're ready.
For your first class, athletic clothes (no shorts). After your first class you'll need a gi, which you can buy at the academy. For no-gi classes, wear shorts without pockets and a rash guard or fitted shirt.
Usually around 10 years of consistent training, depending on how often you train. Shawn Cox was promoted in October 2026 after 10 years on the mats.
Still have a question? Email orangevillebjj@gmail.com or call 416-830-6503.
Your first class is free
Your first class is free. Wear athletic clothes (no shorts) and arrive 15 minutes early; use the front entrance at 75 First Street and head down to the basement.