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Martial Arts Unlimited Victoria

(47)

“Instructur was craig, i literally called and asked if i could do sparring but instead was able to do some training for free which was fun and super good instructor friendly people”

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Kaiser Jiu Jitsu

(50)

Team
Competitive
Island

“I was visiting from Athens Ohio USA for work (some Kaiser gear even made the trip back to the gates of Ohio University - pictured) and hoping to not completely miss out on training.”

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West Coast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Victoria

(50)

Learn
BJJ
Classes

“August 2023 was my first experience in wrestling, I have never done any sort of heavy martial arts training but Jacob was kind enough to let me have a try out class and before I know I was hooked onto it!”

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Park's MBA Taekwondo

(49)

Learning
Kickboxing
Motivating

“I had the pleasure of working with Duncan; he is very patient, and never shows any signs of restlessness, which is undoubtedly important to first-timers such as myself!”

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Teenagers are smart and capable – but they can also be their own worst enemies. Between peer pressure, their innate urge to rebel against their parents, and their surging hormones, they can be impossible to be around. But all they need is an outlet for their frustrations – and an opportunity to learn how to be their best. RAISING A TEENAGER REQUIRES PERSISTENCE & PATIENCE It can test your sanity even at the best of times. Yet, you want the best for your teenager. You want them to have the tools they need to succeed now and later in life – and you’d like that to happen without having to pull out all your hair in the process. Getting them to do anything you want them to do can feel utterly impossible, and you’re not sure where to start. Studying martial arts helps kids learn how to overcome their problems and learn important lessons – the kind of lessons that will follow them to your home, to the classroom, and for the rest of their lives.

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Zuma Ultimate Martial Arts

(49)

“Lindsay and Zach are great teachers, class begins with a warm up of rolls and other key movements then there's around 45 minutes of technique that you drill with with a partner.”

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Westcore Training Centre

(43)

Shape
Trainers
Work

“It's easier to stay committed and engaged when you don't have to worry about what exactly you are going to do each day, but just follow the exercises in a set under the trainers' supervision.”

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The 24 gyms listed for Victoria, BC teach martial arts and combat sports. Styles taught, youth programs and class times come from each gym's own pages, with star ratings from public reviews.

Area overview: Victoria, BC

All 24 gyms we list here are in Victoria itself. We have 26 gyms in Victoria on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 900 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), quality (82%) and communication (75%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "community". 14 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 23 years. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 19 publish a contact page; 15 list a public email and 8 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enrol.

Which gyms listed for Victoria show a timetable online?

All 24 gyms have a website on file. The useful ones name the instructor against each slot and mark which classes take beginners. A site built around the founder's rank and a contact form tells you nothing about the Tuesday night you would actually be standing in.

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Master Hong's Marine Taekwondo

(26)

“He was the best master in Taekwondo that I'v ever met since he was not only nice/kind/gentle master but also well professional for different age grouped students.”

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Kickboxing Langford

(35)

Feeling
Plan
Learning

“Knowledgeable, energetic, encouraging, supportive - all combine to create an environment where you leave dripping with sweat and flush with endorphins - feeling much better than when you arrived!”

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Rock Water Martial Arts and Fitness Ltd.

(20)

Learning
Sensei
Community

“Martin also provides unique opportunities to learn skills from visiting Sensei's and enormously popular weekend retreats filled with group activities, games and hikes in beautiful locations.”

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Victoria Martial Arts

(29)

Train
VMA
Practice

“VMA has a great atmosphere, coaches like Kip and Ross who really care about teaching proper form, technique and the Owner Rob is a local Víctorian who really cares about developing and growing his gym the right way.”

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Professional Self Defence

(27)

Fitness
Learn
Self Defense

“On top of getting a killer workout and getting to practice basic and complex moves, each group class ends with a practical Kendo portion that teaches you practical skills that can help protect yourself and others in real life situations.”

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Crusher Combat Sports Inc

(14)

Skills
Family
Wrestling

“I started kickboxing later in life than most and although I am not going to compete I have still been treated like every other student by everyone involved with teaching the classes.”

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Eke Academy of Martial Arts

(14)

Train

“Proper, direct lineage and the only Machado school in Western Canada.”

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Merge Combat and Fitness

(17)

Cardio
Motivation

“I think the best thing about classes with Cassius is that he'll always keep it fresh, you will never get bored with doing the same monotonous exercises over and over, he's cutting edge with his drills so it's as much a mental workout as a physical on...”

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Peterec's Kombat Center

(12)

Atmosphere
Krav Maga
Professional

“I'm only a few months in, but I can say that Stan is absolutely world class in every way, and I can't speak highly enough of his process, environment, culture, and teaching ability.”

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Shaolin-Tzu Martial Arts Academy

(14)

Senpai
Sensei
Philosophy

“I highly recommend Shaolin-Tzu Martial Arts Academy as a place for martial arts training and self-development, and I hope to continue training here for years to come!”

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Island MMA Training Ctr Ltd

(14)

Boxing
Skills

“This is highly contributed to more than just the physical training I have experienced, but also the atmosphere of encouragement and personal growth I have been placed in through being a member of Island MMA.”

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Island Aikido

(2)

“Non-aggressive self-defense for all ages.”

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Cmats Martial Arts

(4)

Learn

“Jordan is a great instructor who will take the time with you to ensure that you enjoy the art and are comfortable with the techniques, regardless of your previous (or lack of) experience in martial arts.”

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Integrity Arts

(3)

Yoga

“For anyone interested in learning self defense or simply to get into shape in a fun and dynamic way it is an excellent place to find your inner strength.”

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Wing Chun Punch Club

(3)

“I recommend this school to anyone who wants to learn effective self-defence from someone who knows what they're talking about.”

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Victoria Hapkido

(1)

“I have been training under Master Galvin and Grandmaster Ki now for four years.”

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Sunny Tang Victoria Wing Chun

(4)

“Knowledgeable instructors, great facilities.”

FAQs

Do I need to have any special abilities to learn Wing Chun?

No. Wing Chun is a martial art that can be learned by practically anyone who is in reasonably good health. The key ingredients to being able to learn are commitment, practice and discipline. Because of its emphasis on skill and energetic sensitivity it can be learned and used effectively by anyone, both women and men, of any build or weight.

Can Wing Chun do this?

Absolutely not. Wing Chun is a martial art that teaches your entire body how to move and respond to energy/aggression in a natural and coordinated way without having to think about what you are going to do. While Wing Chun is a simple system, it takes time to reach this level of mastery. We teach a way, not techniques.

What is expected of me if I join the club?

We expect you to train regularly and consistently. We have a club ethic that students should attend at least 2 classes per week on average over a year. It is a significant investment in time and energy to train somebody in Wing Chun and we insist that people honour and respect this by coming to class and training regularly.

If I am training in another martial art, would it be helpful to train in Wing Chun?

Probably not. Generally, training in more than one martial art at a time is not beneficial, unless you have the time to commit adequately to both arts. Some martial arts may not complement each other well and learning body memory in both arts might confuse, slow down or prevent proper learning of one or both. If you have put in a significant amount of time in learning one art and then want to maintain that while learning another, you might be more successful than starting two new arts at once. We strongly believe in learning one art extremely well instead of being a jack of all trades and master of none. Sifu Jim has been teaching and training Wing Chun since 1991 and he still feels like he has much to learn.

Is there sparring in your classes?

Not in the traditional sense, no. Instead, we have aliveness training. This is different from sparring in that the aliveness training uses safety gear (chest/head protector, etc.) in case of accidents or loss of control due to inadvertent excessive contact. Aliveness training allows students to increase the energy used in their Kung Fu while continuing to develop their technique and energetic sensitivity/explosive release without it becoming a competition or free-for-all.

Get the answers to more questions on the FAQ page on our website.

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Yama Neko Martial Arts

(3)

“Ted is an incredible instructor and is worth every minute of your time if you really want a quality training of the martial arts.”

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Average Cost	$150
Minimum cost	$94
Maximum cost	$474
Avg Per Hour Rates	$63

Best Martial Arts Classes in Victoria, BC

Martial Arts Unlimited Victoria

Kaiser Jiu Jitsu

West Coast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Victoria

Park's MBA Taekwondo

Zuma Ultimate Martial Arts

Westcore Training Centre

Area overview: Victoria, BC

Master Hong's Marine Taekwondo

Kickboxing Langford

Rock Water Martial Arts and Fitness Ltd.

Victoria Martial Arts

Professional Self Defence

Crusher Combat Sports Inc

Eke Academy of Martial Arts

Merge Combat and Fitness

Peterec's Kombat Center

Shaolin-Tzu Martial Arts Academy

Island MMA Training Ctr Ltd

Island Aikido

Cmats Martial Arts

Integrity Arts

Wing Chun Punch Club

Victoria Hapkido

Sunny Tang Victoria Wing Chun

Yama Neko Martial Arts

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