Club Info
In the links below you will find information about Jitsu Canada clubs.About us
Information about Jitsu Canada clubs:Jitsu Alberta
Welcome to Jitsu Alberta. We offer instruction in the art of Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu. The University of Calgary Jiu Jitsu Club opened in January 2005 and is open to all members of the Calgary community aged 16 years and over.
The club is a registered member of Jitsu Canada, the governing body for Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu in Canada, and is affiliated with The Jitsu Foundation and the Alberta Jiu-Jitsu Association.
Our style of Jiu Jitsu is fun to learn and can be used by anyone irrespective of strength, weight or gender. Training is gradual and tailored to individual ability. New members are always welcome to any class, at any time of the year! Please feel to drop by to watch, or try a free introductory class.
Jitsu BC
Welcome to Jitsu BC. We offer instruction in the art of Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu. The BC Institute of Technology Jiu Jitsu Club opened in February 2008 and is open to all members of the community aged 16 years and over.
The club is a registered member of Jitsu Canada, the governing body for Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu in Canada, and is affiliated with The Jitsu Foundation.
Our style of Jiu Jitsu is fun to learn and can be used by anyone irrespective of strength, weight or gender. Training is gradual and tailored to individual ability. New members are always welcome to any class, at any time of the year! Please feel to drop by to watch, or try a free introductory class.
Jitsu Kingston
Welcome to Jitsu Kingston. We offer instruction in the art of Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu. There are currently two clubs in the Kingston area, one at Queen's University and the other at the YMCA.
Based on locking and throwing techniques which have evolved over thousands of years, Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu provides an extremely effective self-defence system against virtually any attacker, unarmed or otherwise. This system, taught in a friendly club atmosphere, can be used by anyone irrespective of strength, weight or gender. Training is gradual and tailored to your individual ability, so you do not need a high standard of physical fitness to begin. In fact, you will find that endurance, strength, flexibility and speed are all improved during training. And your confidence, coordination and reaction times will also improve.
Why not give it a try? All you need to start is loose clothing. New members are always welcome to any class, at any time of the year! Please feel to drop by at any time to watch, or try a free introductory class.
Jitsu Ottawa
Welcome to Jitsu Ottawa. We offer instruction in the art of Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu. There are currently two clubs in the Ottawa area, one at Carleton University and the other in downtown Ottawa on Gladstone Ave. The Carleton club is open to all adults (not just Carleton students), while the Gladstone club has both adult and children classes.
The clubs are registered members of Jitsu Canada, the governing body for Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu in Canada, which is affiliated with The Jitsu Foundation and the Canadian Jiu Jitsu Council. The clubs are committed to providing high quality and enjoyable instruction to all members of the community.
Based on locking and throwing techniques which have evolved over thousands of years, Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu provides an extremely effective self-defence system against virtually any attacker, unarmed or otherwise. This system, taught in a friendly club atmosphere, can be used by anyone irrespective of strength, weight or gender. Training is gradual and tailored to your individual ability, so you do not need a high standard of physical fitness to begin. In fact, you will find that endurance, strength, flexibility and speed are all improved during training. And your confidence, coordination and reaction times will also improve.
Why not give it a try? All you need to start is loose clothing. New members are always welcome to any class, at any time of the year! Please feel to drop by at any time to watch, or try a free introductory class.
Jitsu Peterborough
Welcome to Jitsu Peterborough. We offer instruction in the art of Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu at two venues in Peterborough.
Trent University Jiu Jitsu Club
The Trent club opened in 1993 and is open to all members of the Trent University community. Classes run during the academic semesters in the athletic centre at the Symons campus. Classes:
- Tuesdays 8.30pm to 10.30pm and Fridays 5.00pm to 7.00pm
Peterborough YMCA Jiu Jitsu Club
The YMCA club opened in 1998 and is open to persons aged 15 years and over. Classes run year round in the multi-purpose room at the YMCA:
- Mondays 8.00pm to 10.00pm and Thursdays 8.30pm to 10.00pm
Both clubs are registered members of Jitsu Canada, the governing body for Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu in Canada, and are affiliated with The Jitsu Foundation, and the Canadian Jiu Jitsu Council.
Our style of Jiu Jitsu is fun to learn and can be used by anyone irrespective of strength, weight or gender. Training is gradual and tailored to individual ability. New members are always welcome to any class, at any time of the year! Please feel to drop by to watch, or try a free introductory class.
Jitsu Toronto
Welcome to Jitsu Toronto. We offer instruction in the art of Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu. There is currently one club in the Toronto area.
The clubs are registered members of Jitsu Canada, the governing body for Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu in Canada, which is affiliated with The Jitsu Foundation and the Canadian Jiu Jitsu Council. The clubs are committed to providing high quality and enjoyable instruction to all members of the community.
Based on locking and throwing techniques which have evolved over thousands of years, Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu provides an extremely effective self-defence system against virtually any attacker, unarmed or otherwise. This system, taught in a friendly club atmosphere, can be used by anyone irrespective of strength, weight or gender. Training is gradual and tailored to your individual ability, so you do not need a high standard of physical fitness to begin. In fact, you will find that endurance, strength, flexibility and speed are all improved during training. And your confidence, coordination and reaction times will also improve.
Why not give it a try? All you need to start is loose clothing. New members are always welcome to any class, at any time of the year! Please feel to drop by at any time to watch, or try a free introductory class.
Classes and Fees
The class schedule, fees, and locations for Jitsu Canada clubs are:Alberta Classes and Fees
The class schedule, fees and locations of Jitsu Canada clubs in Alberta are:University of Calgary
Schedule
Spring/Summer Season: May - August 2008
Winter sessions begin May 6th, 2008 and end August 21st, 2008
| Tuesday | 7:30pm - 9:30pm | KNA 13 |
| Thursday | 8pm - 10pm | KNA 13 |
Cancellation notices: No sessions July 1st, 2008
Fees
$100.00 per season (Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer) for University of Calgary students & members.
$150.00 per season (Fall, Winter,Spring/Summer) for non-members.
Fees payable at the Campus Recreation front desk, or pay online by clicking here.
Note: Jitsu Canada membership fees due in November annually.
Upcoming Events
| June 28-29 | AJJA Camp of Combat Arts | Calgary, AB |
Location
Sessions are held in Campus Recreation, Kinesiology Building, University of Calgary.
Campus Recreation is located in the Kinesiology building, on the west side of campus. When in the building, you must present your ID at the Equipment Room (Kinesiology Building A-104, see map) to obtain a wristband to access any of the facilities. Click here for a map. The address for Campus Recreation is given below:
- Campus Recreation,
- Kinesiology A-101
- University of Calgary
- 2500 University Drive N.W.
- Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4
- Phone: (403) 220-7749
- Fax: ( 403) 284-5867
The University of Calgary is located just off 24th /32nd Ave NW, between Crowchild Tr. (Brentwood Mall) and Shaganappi Tr. (Market Mall). You may enter the University campus from both 24th and 32nd Ave.
Parking
A map of available lots is available here.
Visitor Parking
If you are entering campus on the north side, parking is available 10, 11 and 12. There are also meter lots (9, 16) on the north side of the Olympic Oval. If you are coming from the south, lot 3 would be the closest for both drop-off and parking. Lot 3 has meter parking as well as evening/weekend parking. The Arts Parkade, south of the Kinesiology Complex, has evening and weekend parking as well. Morning and evening annual parking passes (for general public and Alumni annual members only) are available. Inquire at the Campus Recreation main office.
Meters
Meters are available for short term parking needs at a variety of locations on Campus.
Paylots
Mon to Fri day-time hours. There are 4 paylots available these are lots 10, 11, 22, and 32. All paylots operate on a per-entry basis. There are two Parkades available for Public Parking, MacEwan Students' Centre and The Art Parkade.
- MacEwan Students' Centre Parkade is a 140 stall underground facility in the Centre of Campus.
- The Art Parkade is a 5 story structure with 1260 stalls.
- MacEwan Student Centre is an underground parking structure.
British Columbia Classes and Fees
The class schedule, fees and locations of Jitsu Canada clubs in British Columbia are:
BC Institute of Technology
Schedule
| Tuesday | 6.30-8.30pm |
| Thursday | 6.30-8.30pm |
Summer Semester: June 3rd to August 28th
Fees
$50 per semester
Note: Jitsu Canada membership fees due in November annually.
Location
Sessions are held at:
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Activuty Room, Student Activity Centre
3700 Willingdon Avenue Burnaby, BC V5G 3H2
Kingston Classes and Fees
The class schedule, fees and locations of Jitsu Canada clubs in the Kingston region are:Kingston YMCA
General
Welcome to the Kingston YMCA Jiu Jitsu Club
Schedule
Tuesdays and Thursdays 8.30pm to 10.00pm
Autumn Session: 26th September to 14th December 2006
Winter Session: 9th January to 29th March 2007
Fees
YMCA Members $80 Non-Members $160 (per 12 week session)
Location
Kingston Family YMCA
Aerobics Studio
100 Wright Crescent
Kingston, ON.
Queen's University
General
Welcome to the Queen's University Jiu Jitsu Club, providing jiu jitsu instruction to members of the Queen's University community.
Schedule
Wednesdays and Fridays 7pm to 9pm
Autumn Semester: 19th September to 30th November 2007
Winter Semester: 9th January to 4th April 2008
Fees
$85 for students for the academic year ($95 for staff / faculty / alumni)Location
Queen's University
Physical Education Centre (PEC)
99 University Avenue
Kingston, ON
St. Lawrence College
General
Welcome to the St. Lawrence College Jiu Jitsu Club
Schedule
Wednesdays 3.30pm to 5.00pm and Sundays 2.00pm to 4.00pm
Session Starts: Wednesday 16th January 2008
Location
YMCA Aerobics Room
Student Fitness Centre
St. Lawrence College
100 Portsmouth Avenue
Kingston, On K7L 5A6
Ottawa Classes and Fees
The class schedule, fees and locations of Jitsu Canada clubs in the Ottawa region are:Carleton University
General
Schedule
| Monday | 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Combatives Room |
| Wednesday | 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Combatives Room |
2007/2007 Session Dates
Fall: Sep 11 to Dec 4 No class Oct 9 (Thanksgiving)
Winter: Jan 8 to Mar 28
There are no classes during the summer, although students often train at the Gladstone club in Ottawa instead during this time.
For more info see Carleton University Athletics.
Fees
The cost for classes is $127.20 (Fall 2006) per semester. There is 25% off for Gold Members.
Location
The Carleton University Jiu Jitsu dojo is in the Combatives Room of the Athletics facility. Here is a detailed campus map - the dojo is in the Combatives Room on the second floor of Building 8, but you have to go to the main Athletics Building (Building 9) to enter the facility.
Here's a map of the area (from Google Maps - click and move to pan the map or use the controls) and some directions for those coming from out of town.
Directions (from Kingston, Peterborough or Toronto)
Take the 417 East to Bronson Ave exit. At traffic lights turn right (south) onto Bronson Ave. Continue to Carleton University (Sunnyside Ave is on the left) and turn right at the traffic lights into the university (University Drive). The road bends to the left. Turn left at the stop sign and park at one of the meters (weekends free, weeknights expensive). The dojo is in the Combatives Room of the Athletics Centre.
Gladstone
General
The Gladstone Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu dojo is located in downtown Ottawa and has classes 3 times per week. The club instructors are Kieran Parsons, Nidan, Chris Whynot, 1st kyu and by Yoshie Martinez, 1st kyu.
There are adult and junior's classes. The junior class is open to anyone from the ages 8 to 16. It approximately follows the adult syllabus but is adapted to an appropriate level for the age range. Our Juniors learn an appropriate level of defence against armed and unarmed opponents, striking, and falling techniques, in a controlled environment. Since bodies at this age are still developing, certain techniques, such as locks, are performed to position only, to protect growing bones and joints.
Schedule
Adults
| Tuesday | 8:30pm-10:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30pm-10:30pm |
| Sunday | By previous arrangement |
Children
| Friday | 4:30pm-6:00pm |
Fees
Adults
- 3 sessions per week: $60/month (3 or 6 months), or $54/month (9 or 12 months)
- 1 session per week: $35/month
- Drop-in: $10/session
Children
- 1 session per week: $20/month
All fees payable on the 1st of the month.
Location
The Gladstone Jiu Jitsu dojo is located in downtown Ottawa at:
- 2nd Floor
- 340 Gladstone Ave (between Bank and O'Connor)
- Ottawa
- Ontario
- K2P 0Y8
The dojo is shared with Ly's Taekwon-Do dojang (you can see their large sign).
Here's a map of the area (from Google Maps - click and move to pan the map or use the controls), and some directions for those coming from out of town.
Directions (from Kingston, Peterborough or Toronto)
Take the 417 East to Kent Street exit. Continue on Kent St under the bridge. Turn right on Gladstone Ave (4 blocks). The dojo is on the right just after Bank Street (you'll see the large Ly's Taekwon-Do sign). Parking is either on the street (metered and non-metered spaces) or in the parking lot just before the club.
Peterborough Classes and Fees
The class schedule, fees and locations of Jitsu Canada clubs in the Peterborough region are:Peterborough YMCA
Times
Mondays 8.00pm to 10.00pm;
Thursdays 8.30pm to 10.00pm
Senior Grade Classes: click here for details
Winter / Spring Schedule
Session A: January 14th to March 6th
Session B: March 17th to May 1st
Session C: May 5th to June 26th
Fees
YMCA Members: $36 (per 8-week session)
Non-members: $64 (per 8-week session)
Location
The Peterborough YMCA Jiu Jitsu dojo is located at:
- Peterborough Family YMCA
- 123 Aylmer Street South
- Peterborough
- Ontario
- K9J 3H8
Phone: (705) 748-9622
Here's a map of the area (click and move to pan the map or use the controls), and some directions for those coming from out of town.
Directions from Ottawa
Enter into Peterborough on Highway 7 -- which becomes Lansdowne Street. Go past George Street (lights), and take the next right onto Aylmer Street. Travel North for two blocks and the YMCA is on the left.
Directions from Toronto
Exit Highway 115 at the Parkway. Turn right onto Lansdowne Street (lights -- McDonalds Restaurant). Turn left on Aylmer Street. Travel North for two blocks and the YMCA is on the left.
Senior Grade Classes
Times
Wednesday nights 8pm to 10pm
Dates
Session 1: January 30th to April 2nd (10 weeks)
Session 2: April 16th to June 18th (10 weeks)
Fees
$50 for 10 week session (or $10 per night drop-in)
Location
Kawartha Martial Arts Academy
569 Armour Rd, Peterborough
Trent University
General
Welcome to the Trent University Jiu Jitsu Club, established in 1993. We offer training in Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu to members of the Trent University community.
Times
Tuesdays 8.30pm to 10.30pm
Fridays 5.00pm to 7.00pm
Senior Grade Classes: click here for details
Schedule
Autumn Semester: 18th September to 7th December 2007
Winter Semester: 8th January to 8th April 2008
Fees
$60 per semester or $100 per year.
Location
The Trent University Jiu Jitsu dojo is located at:
- Multi-purpose room
- Athletic Complex (2nd Floor)
- Trent University (Symons Campus)
- 1600 West Bank Drive
- Peterborough ON
Here's a map of the area (click and move to pan the map or use the controls), and some directions for those coming from out of town.
Directions from Ottawa
Enter into Peterborough on Highway 7 -- which becomes Lansdowne Street. Turn right on George Street (lights), and proceed north on George. The road turns to become Water Street. Proceed north on Water until Trent University (on right). Turn right onto Nassau Mills Road and then left before the bridge. The Athletics Complex is on the right after the long curve.
Directions from Toronto
Enter into Peterborough on 'The Parkway' from Highway 115. Turn right onto Lansdowne Street (lights). Turn left on George Street (lights), and proceed north on George. The road turns to become Water Street. Proceed north on Water until Trent University (on right). Turn right onto Nassau Mills Road and then left before the bridge. The Athletics Complex is on the right after the long curve.
Toronto Classes and Fees
The class schedule, fees and locations of Jitsu Canada clubs in Alberta are:
Kageyama Dojo
[Training cancelled for Holiday Monday 19th May only]
Schedule
Monday 7:30pm - 9:30pm (main dojo)
Friday 8pm - 10pm (start in second dojo... then move to main)
All Year round, except major holiday dates
Fees
Monthly unlimited training $50
Quarterly unlimited training $120
4 x session tickets, to be used anytime: $50
Location
Near Lansdowne Subway...Kageyama Dojo, 87 Wade Ave. 1 block North West from Bloor & Lansdowne. Buzz code #11. Any probs with the intercom, call 416 963 5680 for the dojo or come and knock on the window or just stare until the sensei senses your presence.
Post-training refresher location: Ciro's, Bloor & Lansdowne
http://www.kageyamadojo.com/map.html
You Tube: search "jitsu toronto"
Club Members
Members of Jitsu Canada clubs:Alberta Club Members
The club members in the Alberta region are:University of Calgary Club Members
Club Members
| Ben de Witt |  |
| Julie Helferty |  |
| Matt Derr | |
| Les Gramantik |  |
| Kim MacDonald | |
| Altemar Costa | |
| Devon Livingstone | |
| Paul Fink | |
| Lee Romanko |  |
| Bashir Kazemipur | |
| Ross Henderson |  |
| Natalia Zoldak | |
| Darren Humphries |  |
| Robert Shepherd | |
| Nicholas Moore | |
| Kim Meadows | |
| Ahmad Alkawally | |
| Mariam Alkawally |  |
| Erin Berry | |
| Sarah Mehus | |
| Peter Radevski | |
| Nick Shaw | |
| Todd Weedon | |
| Sergey Zhukovskiy | |
| Tony Southwell | |
| Heather Huston | |
| Tanya Dixon |  |
| Wayne Han | |
British Columbia Club Members
The club members in the BC region are:
BCIT Club Members
Club Members
| Kevin Eugene | |
| Robert Macrae | |
| Daniel Ricapa | |
| Jasvir Dhillion | |
| Patrick Sandi | |
| Jeremy Lim | |
| Radu Medrea | |
| Kevan McGovern | |
| Diogo Hy | |
| Andrew Cook | |
| Alex Chronaius | |
| Owen Lloyd | |
Kingston Club Members
The club members in the Kingston region are:Kingston YMCA Club Members
Club Members
| Mark Yourkevich | |
| Stu Cooke | |
| Steve White | |
| Jen Higgs |  |
| Mike Murphy | |
| Devin Duncan | |
| Kim McFadden | |
| Clare Mak | |
| Joseph Kim | |
| Jason Spenser | |
| Michael Troop | |
| Jeremy Mayers | |
| Craig Joyce | |
| Caitlin Copage | |
Queen's University Club Members
Club Members
| Chris Brooks | |
| Mark Yourkevich | |
| Stu Cooke | |
| Devin Duncan | |
| Kim McFadden | |
| Clare Mak | |
| Jonathan Sawatsky | |
| Mark Dankowych | |
| Simon Henderson | |
| David Oates | |
| Jason Spencer | |
| Theressa Lecraw | |
| Jeff Sobil | |
| Lauren Ferenbach | |
| Nathan Deg | |
| Heather Mowatt | |
| Mike Rakowski | |
| Trevor Laforce | |
| Daniel DiFilippo | |
| Megan Porter | |
| Payam Aghsaee | |
Notable Alumni
| Ben de Witt | |
| Kevin Eugene | |
| Joanna Yu | |
| Julie Helferty | |
| Andrew Stewart | |
| Bernard Cheng | |
| Matt Der | |
| Steve White | |
| Stacey Hickson | |
| Rob Hobden | |
| Jennifer Higgs | |
St Lawrence College Club Members
Club Members
| Stu Cooke | |
| Joe Kim | |
| Craig Joyce | |
| Alex Thompson | |
| Jacqueline Maynard | |
| Jessica Brommit | |
Ottawa Club Members
The club members in the Ottawa region are:Carleton University Club Members
Club Members
| Jonathan Jamnik | |
| Brent Stamplicoski | |
| Kia Dunn | |
| Catherine Chung | |
| Isabel Flores | |
| Maxwell Chi | |
| Ian Ewing | |
| Aaron Parton | |
| Joanna Sullivan | |
| Peter Wiebe | |
| Joel Spark | |
| Jake Graham | |
| Vladimir Nitikin | |
| John Treusch | |
| Thomas Row | |
| Jason Kelly | |
| Alyshah Hasham | |
| David Koning | |
Club Alumni
| John Molyneux | |
| Kieran Parsons | |
| Colin Welbourne | |
| Amelia Croll | |
| Chris Luzine | |
| Jaime Yeung | |
| Jeremy Waller | |
| Sean Helferty | |
| Fiona Darbyshire | |
Gladstone Club Members
Club Members
| Kieran Parsons | |
| Jonathan Jamnik | |
| Yoshie Martinez | |
| Chris Whynot | |
| Chris Olson | |
| Stephane Bisson | |
| Kia Dunn | |
| Eric Hopkins | |
| Philip Graham | |
| Hugo Rodriguez | |
| Paul Williams | |
| Sabeel Ansari | |
| Elizabeth Lance | |
| Ben Kyllo | |
| Julien Bourely | |
Part-Time Members
| Amelia Croll | |
| Brent Stamplicoski | |
| Fiona Darbyshire | |
| Brianna Chouinard | |
| Danielle Chilcott | |
| Dominic Rossi | |
| Isabel Flores | |
| Alistair Campbell | |
Previous Members
| Ian Stefanison | |
| Kabir Ali | |
Peterborough Club Members
The club members in the Peterborough region are:Peterborough YMCA Club Members
Club Members
| Andy Dobie | |
| Kenn Gibb | |
| Feng 'Davy' Guo | |
| Chris Jones | |
| Evan Senkiw | |
| Max Piva | |
| Gerry Taillon | |
| Nathan Bozek | |
| Matt Dunn | |
| Kris Sieber | |
| Jacob Northey | |
| Andrew McNabb | |
| Matt Paige | |
| Scott Seabrook | |
| Crystal Cochrane | |
| Erik Zvaigzne | |
| Pamela Ritchie | |
| Joe Pavilonis | |
Club Alumni
| Chris Brooks | |
| Mark Yourkevich | |
| Keith Russell | |
| Cosmin Neamtu | |
| Erin Barnes | |
| Terry Sharpe | |
| Ryan Paulsen | |
| Jennifer Higgs | |
| Stephane Bisson | |
| Zane Brillinger | |
| Jim Walker | |
| Sam Ansell | |
| James Quelch | |
| Tanya New | |
| Baisel Collings | |
| Gabriel Balaban | |
| Andrew Allen | |
| Rob Sturgeon | |
| Kevin Painter-Main | |
| Kent Orton | |
| Chris Daniel | |
| Matt O'Connor | |
| Mike Nabzdyk | |
| John Bellamy | |
| Mike Hamilton | |
| Andrew Lang | |
| Quentin McCormack | |
| Marco Belmont | |
| Michelle Savage | |
| Graham Knowles | |
| Mark Reid | |
| Marie Laird | |
| Sherry Ruth | |
| Daniel Kipp | |
| Matt Hunter | |
| Jaime Archer | |
| Kathy Tobin | |
| Mike McGuire | |
| David Clark | |
| Bruce Paterson | |
| Cameron Quigg | |
| Julien Feyen | |
| Alex Feick | |
| Candace Shaw | |
| Jake Fleury | |
| Dominic Pepin | |
| Brent James | |
| James Reynolds | |
| Scott Lister | |
| Bin Zheng | |
| Chris Coughlan | |
| Jen de Villiers | |
| Aaron Marshal | |
| Adam Parker | |
| Andrew Lee | |
| Sarah Stark | |
| Donna MacDonald | |
| Nathan Ormsby | |
| Scott Farrell | |
Trent University Club Members
Club Members
| Andy Dobie | |
| Kenn Gibb | |
| Feng 'Davy' Guo | |
| Sam Ansell | |
| James Quelch | |
| Maxim Piva | |
| Baisel Collings | |
| Evan Senkiw | |
| Tanya New | |
| Gerry Taillon | |
| Adrienne Nieman | |
| Andrew Lang | |
| Amber Weir | |
| Adam Yhap | |
| Benjamen Loewen | |
| Connor Sebestyen | |
| Gilles Jobin | |
| Kirsten Thomas | |
| Lesley Gartner | |
| Matt Ward | |
| Sasha Campbell | |
| Adrian Maher | |
| Jayme Fowler | |
| Michael Nicholson | |
| Tawny Ogg | |
| Ayod Sbeyti | |
| Kathy Rodgers | |
| Yvan Romaniuk | |
| Elissa Crouse | |
| Scott Baker | |
Notable Alumni
| Chris Brooks | |
| Amelia Croll | |
| Colin Welburn | |
| Cameron Maclean | |
| Keith Russell | |
| Cosmin Neamtu | |
| Austin Lee | |
| Erin Barnes | |
| Ryan Paulsen | |
| Jon Carey | |
| Jennifer Higgs | |
| Dan Doroshenko | |
| Emily Currell | |
| Nick Hall | |
| Spencer Kyonka | |
| Gabriel Balaban | |
| Andrew Allen | |
| Nathan Bozek | |
| Kevin Painter-Main | |
| Bryan Jordan | |
| Stephen McDowell | |
| Lauren Hughes | |
| Marie Laird | |
| Drew Robinson | |
| Kathy Tobin | |
| Jerry Ma | |
| Thanh Pham | |
| Peter Kowalski | |
| Eric Brown | |
| Kate Charrette | |
| Dwayne Kinkead | |
| Vishal Patel | |
| Jay Prudhomme | |
| Alex Topp | |
| Catherine O'Halloran | |
| Meghan Gilston | |
| Ivan Ho | |
| Drew Fradette | |
| Candace Shaw | |
| Mackenzie Pescod | |
| Spencer Shevlen | |
| Kyle Deebank | |
| Sarena Santilly | |
| Shawnette Brangman | |
| Po-tau 'Michael' Fan | |
| Rachel Higgins | |
| Charles Marlatt | |
| Michael Mascherin | |
| George Prionas | |
| Michael Samuels | |
| Andrea Shum | |
| Martyn Smith | |
| Emily Boucher | |
| Andrew Carnio | |
| Joseph Zieter | |
| Mani Aulakh | |
| Mandy Doggart | |
| Adam Fell | |
| Allison Hands | |
| Adam Kennedy | |
| Chad McGrath | |
| Stefan Rienelt | |
| Olga Antonova | |
| Michael Lavoie | |
| Andrew Marchand | |
| Micheal Koculym | |
| Sharlene Koroscil | |
| Mario Roldan | |
| Jon Spence | |
| Julian Wiersma | |
| Liam Quan | |
| Patricia O'Shea | |
| Alena Celsie | |
| Jordan Jackson | |
| Ilia Babkin | |
| Ben Hall | |
| Chris Schmidt | |
| James Lederer | |
| Kevin Wannell | |
| Monica Peters | |
| Nathan White | |
| Mike Schmidt | |
Toronto Club Members
The club members in the Toronto region are:
Kageyama Club Members
Club Members
| Alex Fairweather | |
| Joanna Yu | |
| Erin Barnes | |
| Ryan Paulsen | |
| JC | |
| Axel 'triathlon' Kussmann | |
| Tim Chen-Sizeland | |
| Jon 'innovator' Thompson | |
| Trevor Kempthorne | |
| Richard Chang | |
| Andrew Siwy | |
| James Bruce | |
| Lisa Fera | |
| Ben Xu | |
Alumni Jitsuka
| Amelia Croll | |
| Jamie Yeung | |
| Eric 'scrape-em-off-the-road' Hopkins | |
| Steve 'on-the-road' Manolis | |
| Gabriel Balaban | |
| Qi Liao | |
| Klaus Aehlig | |
| Jerry Ma | |
| Anne Lost | |
| Doctor Kim Flo | |
| Rob 'really an aikijitsu shodan' Earon | |
Social / Retired!
| Elyn Catli | |
| Nym Lee | |
| Cora Young | |
| Sabine | |
| Marie Chen-Sizeland | |
| Judith 'Newcastle' King | |
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Instructors
The Jitsu Canada instructors for Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu are:All Jitsu Canada Instructors
Andy Dobie
Andy began his jiu jitsu training at Plymouth Polytechnic (now Plymouth University) in Plymouth, England, in 1985 under the instruction of Simon Leehane Sensei. In 1988 he became the club instructor of the University of Plymouth Samurai Jiu Jitsu Club, a position he held until 1992.
In August 1993 he moved to Peterborough, Ontario, Canada and established Jitsu Canada's first club at Trent University. In September 1998 Andy decided the time was right for an additional club in Peterborough, and the Peterborough YMCA agreed to host the club.
In addition to jiu jitsu, Andy also studied judo for two years before attending university.
To contact Andy directly, use this form.
Chris Brooks
Chris began his jiu jitsu training at Trent University in Peterborough several years ago under Andy Dobie Sensei. In September 1999 he moved to Kingston and became the Queen's Jiu Jitsu Club's first instructor. Chris' passion for his art and the club is reflected in his teaching and he is very excited about being a part of the development of such a new and up & coming club. In addition to jiu jitsu, Chris has also studied Taekwondo, Karate, Tai Chi Chuan, and Hapkido. He is known throughout Jitsu Canada as Thumper.
Kieran Parsons
Kieran is the instructor of the Gladstone Jiu Jitsu club. He started training at Bristol University, England in 1990. In 1997 Kieran moved to Ottawa and continued training at the YMCA Jiu Jitsu dojo. In 2000 he became the instructor of the Carleton University club, where he stayed until December 2002.
After a couple of years travelling he has decided that the time is right to open another club in Ottawa.
Kieran has also been training in Taekwon-Do for the last year or so at Ly's Taekwon-Do dojang.
Kieran holds current St John Ambulance Standard First Aid and CPR Level "C" certificates. He has also completed National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Level 1.
To contact Kieran directly, use this form (you must be logged in).
Kenn Gibb
Kenn began his jiu jitsu training at the Peterborough YMCA Jiu Jitsu Club in March 2000 under the instruction of Andy Dobie Sensei.
In 2003 he became the club instructor of the Trent University Jiu Jitsu Club, a position he still holds as well as being a regular visiting instructor at the YMCA club.
To contact Kenn directly, use this form.
Ben de Witt
Ben began his Jiu Jitsu training in January 2001 at the Queen's University Jiu Jitsu Club under the instruction of Chris Brooks Sensei. In September 2004, Ben moved to Calgary and founded the University of Calgary Jiu Jitsu Club.
In addition to Jiu Jitsu, Ben has also trained in Kodokan Judo, under the instruction of Charles Maingon Sensei and Ron Lloyd Sensei.
Ben de Witt Sensei, Chris Brooks Sensei, John de Witt - February 2004
Charles Maingon Sensei, Ben de Witt Sensei - June 2004
Jonathan Jamnik
Jonathan Jamnik began his training in January of 2000 at Carleton University under Sensei John Molyneux Nidan. In the summer of 2000, and subsequently during the next two summers, he trained at the Ottawa Metro YMCA under Sensei Colin Welburn Shodan. In September of 2000 he returned to Carleton University and began training with Sensei Kieran Parsons Shodan.
In December of 2002 he had the privilege of instructing at the Ottawa Metro YMCA club and taught there until August 2005.
In the summer of 2004, while living in Plymouth, England, he trained at the University of Plymouth Samurai Jiu Jitsu Club under Sensei Mark Browne Shodan. During that time he also trained at the China Fleet Club in Cornwall under Sensei Greg Regan Sandan, founder of the Ryu Ju Jutsu Association.
On September 25th 2004, during the last Dan grading held by the late Brian Graham Shihan, founder of Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu, he was one of five to be awarded his black belt.
In September 2005 he assumed the position of instructor at the Carleton University club, where he continues to teach to this day.
Brent Stamplicoski
Brent started his training at Carleton University in January 2001 under Sensei Kieran Parsons. Since then, he has also trained at the Ottawa Metro YMCA, and has trained under Sensei Colin Welburn, Sensei John Molyneux, Sensei Amelia Croll, and Sensei Jon Jamnik. He was the Assistant Instructor at the YMCA club from January 2003 to August 2005.
In September 2005, Brent returned to Carleton Universty as Assistant Instructor to Sensei Jon Jamnik, and regularly trains at the Gladstone Club.
Brent holds current St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid and CPR Level "A" certificates, and currently holds the rank of Shodan (1st Degree Black Belt) - photo to be updated!
Chris Luzine
Chris was the assistant instructor at the Carleton University club from Jan 2003 until April 2005.
Chris Whynot
Chris started his training at Carleton University in September 2001 under Kieran Parsons Sensei. Since then, he has also trained at the Ottawa Metro YMCA, and Gladstone clubs under the instruction of Jonathan Jamnik Sensei, Brent Stamplicoski Sensei and Amelia Croll Sensei. In April 2007, Chris assumed the role of Assistant Instructor to Parsons Sensei at the Ottawa Gladstone club, and in November 2007 was promoted to club instructor.
Chris is certified in St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid and CPR Level "A", and currently holds the rank of Shodan Ho (Provisional Instructor).
To contact Chris directly, use this form (you must be logged in).
Mark Yourkevich
Mark is the instructor of the Kingston YMCA club.
Stu Cooke
Stu began his Jiu Jitsu career at the Queen's University Club in Kingston and trained there for several years under Chris Brooks Sensei. Upon graduation in 2005, he moved to England and began training under Nigel Price Sensei and Nicola Price Sensei at the King's College Club in London. Stu returned to Canada in 2006 and resumed training in Kingston under Chris Brooks Sensei and Mark Yourkevich Sensei. Stu opened his own club in Kingston at St. Lawrence College, where he has been teaching since 2008.
Yoshie Martinez
Yoshie is the instructor of the children's classes at the Gladstone club. She started training at Carleton University in September 2001. She has since trained at the YMCA Jiu Jitsu dojo and the Gladstone Jiu Jitsu club.
She became the Assistant Instructor for the children’s classes in June 2005, and became the Instructor in August 2005.
Yoshie holds current St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid Child and Infant and CPR Level "A" certificates.
Alberta Instructors
The Jitsu Canada instructors in the Alberta region are:Ben de Witt
Ben began his Jiu Jitsu training in January 2001 at the Queen's University Jiu Jitsu Club under the instruction of Chris Brooks Sensei. In September 2004, Ben moved to Calgary and founded the University of Calgary Jiu Jitsu Club.
In addition to Jiu Jitsu, Ben has also trained in Kodokan Judo, under the instruction of Charles Maingon Sensei and Ron Lloyd Sensei.
Ben de Witt Sensei, Chris Brooks Sensei, John de Witt - February 2004
Charles Maingon Sensei, Ben de Witt Sensei - June 2004
British Columbia Instructors
The Jitsu Canada instructor in British Columbia is Kevin Eugene (info to follow).
Kingston Instructors
The Jitsu Canada instructors in the Kingston area are:Chris Brooks
Chris began his jiu jitsu training at Trent University in Peterborough several years ago under Andy Dobie Sensei. In September 1999 he moved to Kingston and became the Queen's Jiu Jitsu Club's first instructor. Chris' passion for his art and the club is reflected in his teaching and he is very excited about being a part of the development of such a new and up & coming club. In addition to jiu jitsu, Chris has also studied Taekwondo, Karate, Tai Chi Chuan, and Hapkido. He is known throughout Jitsu Canada as Thumper.
Mark Yourkevich
Mark is the instructor of the Kingston YMCA club.
Stu Cooke
Stu began his Jiu Jitsu career at the Queen's University Club in Kingston and trained there for several years under Chris Brooks Sensei. Upon graduation in 2005, he moved to England and began training under Nigel Price Sensei and Nicola Price Sensei at the King's College Club in London. Stu returned to Canada in 2006 and resumed training in Kingston under Chris Brooks Sensei and Mark Yourkevich Sensei. Stu opened his own club in Kingston at St. Lawrence College, where he has been teaching since 2008.
Ottawa Instructors
The Jitsu Canada instructors in the Ottawa area are:Kieran Parsons
Kieran is the instructor of the Gladstone Jiu Jitsu club. He started training at Bristol University, England in 1990. In 1997 Kieran moved to Ottawa and continued training at the YMCA Jiu Jitsu dojo. In 2000 he became the instructor of the Carleton University club, where he stayed until December 2002.
After a couple of years travelling he has decided that the time is right to open another club in Ottawa.
Kieran has also been training in Taekwon-Do for the last year or so at Ly's Taekwon-Do dojang.
Kieran holds current St John Ambulance Standard First Aid and CPR Level "C" certificates. He has also completed National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Level 1.
To contact Kieran directly, use this form (you must be logged in).
Brent Stamplicoski
Brent started his training at Carleton University in January 2001 under Sensei Kieran Parsons. Since then, he has also trained at the Ottawa Metro YMCA, and has trained under Sensei Colin Welburn, Sensei John Molyneux, Sensei Amelia Croll, and Sensei Jon Jamnik. He was the Assistant Instructor at the YMCA club from January 2003 to August 2005.
In September 2005, Brent returned to Carleton Universty as Assistant Instructor to Sensei Jon Jamnik, and regularly trains at the Gladstone Club.
Brent holds current St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid and CPR Level "A" certificates, and currently holds the rank of Shodan (1st Degree Black Belt) - photo to be updated!
Chris Luzine
Chris was the assistant instructor at the Carleton University club from Jan 2003 until April 2005.
Jonathan Jamnik
Jonathan Jamnik began his training in January of 2000 at Carleton University under Sensei John Molyneux Nidan. In the summer of 2000, and subsequently during the next two summers, he trained at the Ottawa Metro YMCA under Sensei Colin Welburn Shodan. In September of 2000 he returned to Carleton University and began training with Sensei Kieran Parsons Shodan.
In December of 2002 he had the privilege of instructing at the Ottawa Metro YMCA club and taught there until August 2005.
In the summer of 2004, while living in Plymouth, England, he trained at the University of Plymouth Samurai Jiu Jitsu Club under Sensei Mark Browne Shodan. During that time he also trained at the China Fleet Club in Cornwall under Sensei Greg Regan Sandan, founder of the Ryu Ju Jutsu Association.
On September 25th 2004, during the last Dan grading held by the late Brian Graham Shihan, founder of Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu, he was one of five to be awarded his black belt.
In September 2005 he assumed the position of instructor at the Carleton University club, where he continues to teach to this day.
Chris Whynot
Chris started his training at Carleton University in September 2001 under Kieran Parsons Sensei. Since then, he has also trained at the Ottawa Metro YMCA, and Gladstone clubs under the instruction of Jonathan Jamnik Sensei, Brent Stamplicoski Sensei and Amelia Croll Sensei. In April 2007, Chris assumed the role of Assistant Instructor to Parsons Sensei at the Ottawa Gladstone club, and in November 2007 was promoted to club instructor.
Chris is certified in St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid and CPR Level "A", and currently holds the rank of Shodan Ho (Provisional Instructor).
To contact Chris directly, use this form (you must be logged in).
Yoshie Martinez
Yoshie is the instructor of the children's classes at the Gladstone club. She started training at Carleton University in September 2001. She has since trained at the YMCA Jiu Jitsu dojo and the Gladstone Jiu Jitsu club.
She became the Assistant Instructor for the children’s classes in June 2005, and became the Instructor in August 2005.
Yoshie holds current St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid Child and Infant and CPR Level "A" certificates.
Peterborough Instructors
The Jitsu Canada instructors in the Peterborough area are:Andy Dobie
Andy began his jiu jitsu training at Plymouth Polytechnic (now Plymouth University) in Plymouth, England, in 1985 under the instruction of Simon Leehane Sensei. In 1988 he became the club instructor of the University of Plymouth Samurai Jiu Jitsu Club, a position he held until 1992.
In August 1993 he moved to Peterborough, Ontario, Canada and established Jitsu Canada's first club at Trent University. In September 1998 Andy decided the time was right for an additional club in Peterborough, and the Peterborough YMCA agreed to host the club.
In addition to jiu jitsu, Andy also studied judo for two years before attending university.
To contact Andy directly, use this form.
Kenn Gibb
Kenn began his jiu jitsu training at the Peterborough YMCA Jiu Jitsu Club in March 2000 under the instruction of Andy Dobie Sensei.
In 2003 he became the club instructor of the Trent University Jiu Jitsu Club, a position he still holds as well as being a regular visiting instructor at the YMCA club.
To contact Kenn directly, use this form.
Toronto Instructors
The Jitsu Canada instructors in the Toronto area are:
Amelia Croll
Amelia began her training in Shorinji Kan Jiu Jitsu with Sensei Andy Dobie while attending Trent University. She trained from Sept. 1997 to April 1999. Amelia then moved back to Ottawa and continued to train at the YMCA club as well as at the Carleton University Jiu Jitsu Club. Amelia earned her black belt in Sept. 2004, during a grading held by the late Shihan Brian Graham, head of style.
Her Jitsu teaching career began as assistant instructor at Carleton University's Jiu Jitsu Club, under the leadership of Sensei Kieran Parsons. Then, in January 2003, she assumed the role of Club Instructor. She instructed the Carleton University Club until April 2005.
Amelia lives in Ottawa with her husband and works as a teacher at a high school for high-risk teenagers. Her other interests/hobbies include soccer and naturopathic medicine.
Alex Fairweather
Fairweather Sensei, Nidan
Alex is the Sensei of Toronto Jitsu Club. He started Jitsu at Bath University in England in 1991 under Sensei Gary Williams, which was a right giggle. He then moved to London under the tutilage of Sensei Steve Donaghy at University College London. In 1995, Alex founded University of London Union Jitsu Club. Supported by some great instructors (also Sensei Tony Finding Dude, Sensei Ian Lambert TAUMC, Sensei Nigel Price), Alex received his shodan in 1997. The club grew, winning the 1997 National