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GOOD GRAPPLING IN THE TRI-CITIES, RIDGE-MEADOWS AREA

Mike Lee and Matt Kwan team up to bring their gnarly blend of old and new school grappling to the Tri-Cities and Ridge-Meadows areas.

Who are Mike Lee and Matt Kwan?

Mike Lee, Professor and Co-founder

Mike Lee is just a regular, everyday, normal guy who loves the practice of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Mike loved the arte suave so much, that he packed up and moved to Hermosa Beach, California to live and learn under the coaching of Bob Bass and the Machado Brothers, eventually earning his black belt. Mike also happens to be a Kodokan Judo black belt and is particularly experienced with teaching how Judo can help your Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and vice versa.

Matt Kwan, Head Coach and Co-founder

Matt Kwan is a black belt under Rob Biernacki of Island Top Team Nanaimo, a first degree black belt under Professor Caio Terra. Originally a soccer and hockey player, Matt discovered Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and was instantly hooked. Matt competes regularly in local, national and international tournaments, and is one of the top competitors in BC. He has trained Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for over nine years and is constantly looking to expand his knowledge, seeking out the most current techniques in grappling. His true passion lies in the sharing and instruction of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with teammates and new students alike. See Matt’s competition history.

What do we want to share with you?

Health, Positivity, Respectfulness, Fun and Fitness through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Why would you be interested?

Because you want to have fun, you want to become fit, you want to learn some self-defence, and you want to join a community of people from all walks of life, who share a common desire to train the raddest martial art ever… Simple as.

What Do We Train?

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

If you don’t learn anything else, you have got to learn this. We provide a friendly and safe environment for you to learn and practice the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Freestyle Grappling

No pajamas? No problem. Freestyle Grappling or No Gi Grappling combines Kodokan Judo, Olympic Wrestling, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for a super slick and extremely technical grappling style.

Judo

Our Judo program is designed to help bridge the gap between Kodokan Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. We focus on the most suitable and effective Judo techniques for integration or adaptation into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Freestyle Grappling.

How About Kids?

Kids who practice Brazilian Jiu Jitsu will gain many benefits from the art. They experience many physical benefits such as body awareness and coordination, flexibility, balance, and an excellent form of exercise. Mentally, they gain knowledge of body mechanics, anti-bullying strategies, mental toughness, discipline, respect, and problem solving skills.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Tots (ages 5-9):

Our Tot’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program focuses on the basic fundamentals of the gentle art, and will begin to build a foundation for grappling. We instill respect, listening skills, and discipline through training. We ensure a safe and friendly environment for your little ninja, while providing encouragement and support for them at this tender age. Our classes will expose your child to movement, exercise, socializing with other kids, and having lots of fun!

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids (ages 10-15):

Our Kid’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program focuses on providing the tools to become not only an effective young martial artist, but a disciplined student capable of making good choices as they become teenagers. These students gain knowledge of body mechanics, anti-bullying strategies, mental toughness, and problem solving skills that translate to every day life. Martial Arts also teach children about setting goals, and achieving them through hard work. They will have lots of fun while training a realistic martial art, with the potential to study for the rest of their lives! Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a life art.