Our Maple Ridge academy offers beginner-friendly adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a welcoming, family-oriented environment. Many of our active competition team members train here, creating a place where students can simply enjoy training or challenge themselves through tournaments as they grow.
Morning, evening and weekend classes make it easy to fit training into your schedule.
| Day | Time | Class | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00 PM | Adult BJJ | No-Gi |
| Wednesday | 7:00 PM | Adult BJJ | Fundamentals - All Levels |
| Thursday | 7:00 PM | Adult BJJ | Foundations - Beginner |
| Friday | 7:00 PM | Adult BJJ | Fundamentals - All Levels |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM | Fitness | Fitness and Conditioning |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM | Adult BJJ | Fundamentals - All Levels |
Founder & Head Instructor — the Father of BJJ in Canada
9th-Degree Red Belt · Direct student of Carlson Gracie
Canada's only 9th-degree red belt. A direct Carlson Gracie black belt with over 50 years on the mats and one of the pioneers of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Canada.
Student Success & Membership Coordinator
Brown Belt · 16+ years training under Marcus Soares
With more than 16 years training under Grand Master Marcus Soares, Dana plays a key role in supporting students and families across the academy.
Coach — Langley & Maple Ridge
MSBJJ Certified Coach · Training under Marcus Soares since age 5
Raised in the academy and training under Grand Master Marcus Soares since childhood, Ezekiel brings energy, patience and a welcoming approach to every class. His lifelong experience in the program helps him connect naturally with students of all ages.
Professor — Maple Ridge
3rd-Degree Black Belt · Under Marcus Soares since 2007
Training since 2004 and under Marcus Soares since 2007, Jon brings nearly 20 years of teaching experience to the mats. Known for his energetic coaching style, he motivates students to challenge themselves, work hard and reach their potential.
Kids & Adult Coach · Competition Team
Black Belt · Marcus Soares fundamentals curriculum
Black Belt, instructor and competition team coach.
Supports Members at Maple Ridge
Capri helps guide new students and families through their first steps at the academy. With four children and her husband actively training in the program, she understands the needs of busy families and works to ensure every member feels welcomed and supported.
We are very fortunate to have the accessibility of a true Master in jiu-jitsu. Marcus' experience comes directly from the roots of this martial art, and his old-school style stands the test of time in competition. Equally important, Marcus loves the friendships built within the schools — we're more than a team, we're a family. With three locations in Maple Ridge, Langley and Vancouver, there is a school near you.
Learn to fight like a lion and know what to do in a fight — on the mats and in life! Marcus Soares puts his life and life lessons into teaching incredible techniques to his students in a forever-evolving class. Never faltering. Honour is everything.
We absolutely love this place! Motivating and excellent coaches with world-class knowledge. Our 9-year-old son loves learning BJJ here, and my husband trains in the adult classes as well. Just an all-around great place to be.
We've been training with Marcus, Dana and Nav for a couple of years and without a doubt, my son has built more confidence, respect and personal awareness than he ever would without it. The coaches are fantastic, the parents are all wonderful, and with multiple locations we always have a gym to train at. The only grandmaster, 9th-degree red belt in Canada — who else do you want to learn from!?
I have 2 daughters aged 6 & 8 in Marcus Soares BJJ and they absolutely love the classes. We mostly attend in Maple Ridge, but sometimes make a Saturday class in Langley. The instruction is top notch, very friendly and accommodating to newcomers. From day 1 they both felt comfortable and supported. Two thumbs up!
Located in Meadow Ridge Shopping Centre, serving Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Mission and surrounding communities.
11924 207th Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 1X7
Two weeks of unlimited classes. No experience required. Train with Canada's only 9th-degree red belt and his team for just $29.
Prefer to talk? Call 604-725-9797.
