North Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Diana R.

Being part of this incredible team has been a truly rewarding experience.
Learning self-defense through Jiu Jitsu has not only empowered me physically, but also boosted my confidence. The instructors are consistently kind, supportive, and welcoming, creating a positive and motivating learning environment. I genuinely feel encouraged to grow and improve with every class.
Joining this team has undoubtedly been one of the best decisions I’ve made.

Lani M.

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in North Vancouver is a wonderful establishment. My daughter has attended classes for many years and has always felt welcomed, included and supported. They have a wonderful program for kids empowering them and giving them self confidence to defend themselves if absolutely necessary. They also learn and are encouraged to participate in monthly challenges for points such as kindness, health, respect, manners etc and receive badges for their efforts which they wear with great pride and Sense of self achievement. The instructors are kind, fun and knowledgeable making classes interesting and engaging. The establishment is also very clean and tidy. I highly recommend Gracie Bully Proof Jiu - Jitsu with Marc and Liz to all ages kids, youth and adults.

Shea W.

North Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is truly an exceptional place and we feel so lucky to be part of this amazing community. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed and supported by everyone—especially the incredible instructors as well as the owners, Marc and Liz. Their passion, knowledge, and genuine care for their students is evident in every class and interaction.

The *Women Empowered* program has been an absolute game changer for me. Not only is it a super fun class and a fantastic way to learn real, practical self-defense skills, but it's also an incredibly supportive environment where women of all ages and abilities can feel confident, safe, and strong. Everyone from the students to the instructors brings so much heart and positivity into every class.

My 5.5 yo daughter also participates in the *Bullyproof* kids program, and it’s been amazing to see her confidence grow. The instructors are so skilled at making the classes fun while still teaching discipline, respect, and resilience. She comes home excited after every session, and I love knowing that she’s developing the tools to stand up for herself and the tools to be a good humanbeing, while being part of such a positive and empowering community.

Whether you're looking to build confidence, connect with others, or empower yourself or your kids—this is the place. North Van BJJ is more than a gym—it’s an environment you never want to leave. Highly recommend!

Lach F.

Fantastic experience and the best possible entry into self-defence/Brazilian jiu jitsu. Exceptionally welcoming management, staff and members who cater to all styles of learning and people. Safety, respect, and learning are prioritized. Everyone here wants to help each develop and have fun. We've been going for over 5 years, including kids who have grown-up and transitioned into the adult classes. They've created a great culture- can't say enough good things!

Michael Z.

As a former student and now as a parent of young students (7 & 5 yrs), I cannot speak higher to the quality and integrity of their programs (kids and adults). North Van is lucky to have such a club!

Priscilla B.

I was always unsure of martial arts because I'm a small person with not a lot of body strength, but this isn't that. Jiu Jitsu has helped me find confidence & discipline in a way I never imagined and the way the coaches train and run through classes just makes the whole process enjoyable.

I highly recommend coming here, it's a safe community space with nothing but respect and consideration. For the first time in my life I'm actually excited to do some sort of "sport" or disciplined training and this is the place to do it.

Sarah R.

Discovering this gym has been an absolute game changer for me. My experiences at other gyms was not always totally positive, especially being female. Marc and Liz have done an outstanding job creating a warm, friendly, collaborative atmosphere with a strong emphasis on good technique and safety. The assistant instructors and community there in general are also amazing. I can't say enough positive things.

Curtis B.

Our son started in the Mat Munchkins class and has loved every minute of it. The class is great for all little ones, every professor is top notch when dealing with the kids.