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Martial Arts Classes for Toronto Families

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu • Muay Thai • Taekwondo

Toronto families choose Yorkdale Martial Arts Academy for quality martial arts instruction just minutes from downtown. Easily accessible via Eglinton Avenue or Allen Road, our academy offers BJJ, Muay Thai, and Taekwondo for kids and adults. Free parking available. Classes start at $75 biweekly with no contracts. Free trial week for new students.

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Toronto families welcome

Martial Arts Programs for Toronto Families

Toronto families travel to Yorkdale Martial Arts Academy for our specialized programs. Each discipline is taught by certified instructors with years of competition and teaching experience.

Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

for Toronto Families

Toronto parents LOVE our Kid's BJJ program because it teaches not only self-defense, but also vital life skills like focus, discipline, respect, and more! Watch your child's confidence flourish with this awesome program.

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Taekwondo

for Toronto Families

Toronto families love our TDK Tigers program because it teaches not only self defense, but also vital life skills like focus, discipline, respect, and more! Watch your child's confidence flourish.

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Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

for Toronto Families

Whether you're looking to compete, learn self-defense, or get in shape, our Adult BJJ program has you covered. Toronto families train with experienced instructors in both gi and no-gi styles.

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Adult Muay Thai

for Toronto Families

Experience the Art of Eight Limbs. Our Muay Thai program combines authentic technique with fitness training, perfect for Toronto families looking to learn striking and build mental toughness.

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Kids Summer Camp

for Toronto Families

Keep your kids active and engaged this summer! Our martial arts summer camp combines fun activities with martial arts training. Full and half day options available for ages 5-12.

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Why Toronto Families Choose Yorkdale Martial Arts

Families from across Toronto make the short trip to our academy for quality martial arts instruction in a welcoming, professional environment.

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Expert Instructors

Certified instructors with competition experience and background checks.

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Easy Access

15-20 minutes from downtown Toronto via Eglinton or Allen Road. Free parking.

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No Contracts

Unlimited classes with flexible biweekly payments. Cancel anytime.

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Individual Attention

Our instructors teach the group, then walk around providing hands-on guidance.

Find Your Path in Martial Arts

Find out why families throughout Toronto choose Yorkdale Martial Arts Academy for their martial arts training. Parents just like you have discovered how martial arts can maximize their child's potential, building confidence, discipline, and physical fitness that extends far beyond the mat.

Toronto families travel from neighborhoods including Midtown, North Toronto, Forest Hill, Lawrence Park, Leaside, The Annex, Rosedale, and Yorkville. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner, our expert instructors create a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

We offer comprehensive programs in three martial arts disciplines: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu teaches ground-based self-defense and submission techniques, Muay Thai develops powerful striking skills using kicks, punches, elbows, and knees, and Taekwondo builds flexibility, speed, and traditional martial arts values.

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Adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class at Yorkdale Martial Arts Academy serving Toronto - families training in grappling techniques

Easy Access from Toronto

Yorkdale Martial Arts Academy is conveniently located at 62 Clarkson Ave, near Yorkdale Shopping Centre. Toronto families reach us easily via:

  • Eglinton Avenue West - Quick drive from Midtown Toronto
  • Allen Road - Direct route from downtown and North Toronto
  • Highway 401 - Take the Allen Road exit southbound

Free parking available for all students. Most Toronto families report a 15-20 minute drive to our academy.

Toronto Neighborhoods We Serve

  • Midtown Toronto
  • North Toronto
  • Forest Hill
  • Lawrence Park
  • Leaside
  • The Annex
  • Rosedale
  • Yorkville
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What Does a Typical Class Look Like?

Every session at Yorkdale Martial Arts Academy follows a structured format designed to maximize learning and safety.

1

Warm-Up

10-15 minutes of stretching, movement drills, and exercises.

2

Technique

20-25 minutes of step-by-step instruction with hands-on guidance.

3

Drilling

15-20 minutes of partner work building muscle memory.

4

Live Training

10-15 minutes of controlled live training or sparring.

5

Cool Down

Stretching, recap of key points, and announcements.

Our instructors walk around during every class, providing hands-on guidance and individual corrections.

What Our Members Say

4.9/5 from 150+ Google Reviews
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"My son has been training here for over a year. The instructors are patient, professional, and great with kids. His confidence has grown tremendously!"

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"Best martial arts academy in the area! Clean facility, amazing instructors, and a welcoming community. Highly recommend for both kids and adults."

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"Started BJJ here 6 months ago with zero experience. The coaches break everything down and make you feel comfortable from day one. Great atmosphere!"

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"Professor Costa is a master instructor who covers every detail. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Highly recommended for anyone looking to train."

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"Awesome team with knowledgeable instructors. My daughter loves coming here every week. The kids program is structured and fun at the same time."

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"I've been doing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for 8 years and am really impressed with this academy. Great atmosphere and high-level instruction from Professor Costa."

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"All the instructors are amazing and very welcoming to beginners. I was nervous at first but felt right at home from the very first class."

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"Great academy with a family feel. My kids train BJJ and Taekwondo here. The discipline and respect they've learned has been incredible to see."

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"The Muay Thai classes are outstanding. Coach pushes you to be better while making sure technique is always the priority. Love training here."

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"This place changed my life. Lost 30 pounds, gained confidence, and made amazing friends. The community here is like a second family."

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Frequently Asked Questions from Toronto Families

Our academy is easily accessible from Toronto via Eglinton Avenue West or Allen Road. Located at 62 Clarkson Ave near Yorkdale Shopping Centre, we're typically a 15-20 minute drive from most Toronto neighborhoods.

From downtown Toronto, take Allen Road north. From Midtown, Eglinton Avenue West is the quickest route. Free parking is available for all students.

We offer five programs: Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (ages 4-14), Adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Taekwondo, and Kids Summer Camp.

All programs are available to Toronto families with convenient evening and weekend class times that work around busy schedules.

Our standard biweekly rates are: Youth BJJ at $100, Adult BJJ at $100, Muay Thai at $90, and Taekwondo at $75. All plans include unlimited classes with no contracts.

Sign up on your first day to lock in discounted rates with a FREE uniform or gear.

No prior experience is required. Our beginner-friendly programs are designed to take complete novices and develop their skills progressively.

Many of our current members from Toronto had never trained martial arts before joining. They're now confidently training alongside experienced practitioners.

Yes! We offer a free trial week for all new students. Toronto families can try any of our programs with no commitment or obligation.

Simply contact us or fill out the form on this page to schedule your first class. We provide all equipment needed for trial classes.

Safety is our top priority, especially in our children's programs. Our kids classes are taught by instructors trained in age-appropriate teaching methods.

In Kids BJJ, there's no striking involved. Children learn techniques in a controlled environment with emphasis on falling safely and tapping out before any discomfort. All instructors maintain current first aid certifications.

Where Our Members Come From

We proudly serve families from across the Greater Toronto Area. Our convenient York location makes us easily accessible from these neighborhoods and communities.

location_on Serving All of York & Toronto North York Etobicoke The Junction Weston Mount Dennis Eglinton West St. Clair West Oakwood Village Caledonia-Fairbank Downsview Lawrence Heights Yorkdale Briar Hill-Belgravia Humewood-Cedarvale

directions_car Located at 62 Clarkson Ave, York • Free parking available • Near Yorkdale Shopping Centre

Start Your Martial Arts Journey Today

Ready to experience quality martial arts training? Toronto families are welcome at Yorkdale Martial Arts Academy. Whether you're looking to enroll your child in Kids BJJ, want to get in shape with Muay Thai, or seek the traditional discipline of Taekwondo, we have a program for you.

Take advantage of our free trial week. No commitment, no pressure. Easy access from Toronto via Eglinton or Allen Road.

location_on 62 Clarkson Ave, York, ON M6E 4P2 • 15-20 min from downtown Toronto