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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

The top training destination for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in St. John's, Newfoundland & Labrador, with classes taught by Pedro Sauer BJJ black belt, Michael Foley!

Jiu Jitsu, which means “the gentle art” in Japanese, is a grappling based self defense system that emphasizes the proper application of technique, leverage, timing, and patience to win over strength and aggression. It teaches the student to use the attacker’s energy against them, rather than opposing it head-on. Essentially, Jiu Jitsu gives a smaller individual the ability to defend themselves against a larger and stronger opponent in a stand-up confrontation or on the ground. ‘Gracie’ or Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the name given to the style of Jiu Jitsu that was developed by the Gracie family in Brazil and is often referred to by the acronym BJJ.

Here at the academy, our approach is balanced and methodical. Our curriculum focuses on technique that is effective for self-defense and competition. We teach our students defense against strikes, the clinch, take-downs, throws, sweeps, chokes, joint locks and various other submission holds.

Students looking to learn this revolutionary martial art can do so in a very well structured setting here at the academy.

Why Choose Michael Foley's Academy?

Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or looking to enhance your routine, Michael Foley's Academy provides a supportive and motivating environment.

Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your personal goals, ensuring you have the best experience possible.

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Schedule

Schedule

19/10/2026 - 25/10/2026
19 Mon 20 Tue 21 Wed 22 Thu 23 Fri 24 Sat 25 Sun
19 Mon Closed
20 Tue Closed
21 Wed Closed
22 Thu Closed
23 Fri Closed
24 Sat Closed
25 Sun Closed
12:00am
1:00am
2:00am
3:00am
4:00am
5:00am
6:00am
7:00am
8:00am
9:00am
10:00am
11:00am
12:00pm
1:00pm
2:00pm
3:00pm
4:00pm
5:00pm
6:00pm
7:00pm
8:00pm
9:00pm
10:00pm
11:00pm

Kids Jiu Jitsu Experienced

5:15 - 6pm
5:15pm - 6:00pm

Kids Jiu Jitsu Experienced

Kids Jiu Jitsu Experienced
Monday, October 19 · 5:15pm - 6:00pm

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Kids Karate (purple through red)

6:05 - 6:50pm
6:05pm - 6:50pm

Kids Karate (purple through red)

Kids Karate (purple through red)
Monday, October 19 · 6:05pm - 6:50pm

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Kickboxing (Women Only)

6:55 - 7:55pm
6:55pm - 7:55pm

Kickboxing (Women Only)

Kickboxing (Women Only)
Monday, October 19 · 6:55pm - 7:55pm

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (No-Gi)

8 - 9pm
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (No-Gi)

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (No-Gi)
Monday, October 19 · 8:00pm - 9:00pm

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BJJ Open Mat (Members Only)

12 - 1pm
12:00pm - 1:00pm

BJJ Open Mat (Members Only)

BJJ Open Mat (Members Only)
Tuesday, October 20 · 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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Kids Karate (white through orange)

5 - 5:45pm
5:00pm - 5:45pm

Kids Karate (white through orange)

Kids Karate (white through orange)
Tuesday, October 20 · 5:00pm - 5:45pm

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Kenpo Karate 13+

5:50 - 6:50pm
5:50pm - 6:50pm

Kenpo Karate 13+

Kenpo Karate 13+
Tuesday, October 20 · 5:50pm - 6:50pm

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi)

6:55 - 7:55pm
6:55pm - 7:55pm

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi)

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi)
Tuesday, October 20 · 6:55pm - 7:55pm

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Kickboxing

8 - 9pm
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Kickboxing

Kickboxing
Tuesday, October 20 · 8:00pm - 9:00pm

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Kids Jiu Jitsu

5:15 - 6pm
5:15pm - 6:00pm

Kids Jiu Jitsu

Kids Jiu Jitsu
Wednesday, October 21 · 5:15pm - 6:00pm

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Kickboxing (Teenagers)

6:05 - 6:50pm
6:05pm - 6:50pm

Kickboxing (Teenagers)

Kickboxing (Teenagers)
Wednesday, October 21 · 6:05pm - 6:50pm

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Women Only)

6:55 - 7:55pm
6:55pm - 7:55pm

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Women Only)

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Women Only)
Wednesday, October 21 · 6:55pm - 7:55pm

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (No-Gi)

8 - 9pm
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (No-Gi)

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (No-Gi)
Wednesday, October 21 · 8:00pm - 9:00pm

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BJJ Open Mat (Members Only)

12 - 1pm
12:00pm - 1:00pm

BJJ Open Mat (Members Only)

BJJ Open Mat (Members Only)
Thursday, October 22 · 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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Kids Karate (purple through red)

5 - 5:45pm
5:00pm - 5:45pm

Kids Karate (purple through red)

Kids Karate (purple through red)
Thursday, October 22 · 5:00pm - 5:45pm

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Kenpo Karate 13+

5:50 - 6:50pm
5:50pm - 6:50pm

Kenpo Karate 13+

Kenpo Karate 13+
Thursday, October 22 · 5:50pm - 6:50pm

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi)

6:55 - 7:55pm
6:55pm - 7:55pm

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi)

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi)
Thursday, October 22 · 6:55pm - 7:55pm

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Kickboxing

8 - 9pm
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Kickboxing

Kickboxing
Thursday, October 22 · 8:00pm - 9:00pm

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Sparring Kickboxing and Pointfighting (Members Only)

5:30 - 6pm
5:30pm - 6:00pm

Sparring Kickboxing and Pointfighting (Members Only)

Sparring Kickboxing and Pointfighting (Members Only)
Friday, October 23 · 5:30pm - 6:00pm

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BJJ Open Mat (Members Only)

6 - 7pm
6:00pm - 7:00pm

BJJ Open Mat (Members Only)

BJJ Open Mat (Members Only)
Friday, October 23 · 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Kids Karate (white through orange)

10:30 - 11:15am
10:30am - 11:15am

Kids Karate (white through orange)

Kids Karate (white through orange)
Saturday, October 24 · 10:30am - 11:15am

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Kids Jiu Jitsu Mixed Ranks

11:20am - 12:05pm
11:20am - 12:05pm

Kids Jiu Jitsu Mixed Ranks

Kids Jiu Jitsu Mixed Ranks
Saturday, October 24 · 11:20am - 12:05pm

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Kids Karate (purple through red)

12:15 - 1pm
12:15pm - 1:00pm

Kids Karate (purple through red)

Kids Karate (purple through red)
Saturday, October 24 · 12:15pm - 1:00pm

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Super-Start Martial Arts

1:10 - 1:40pm
1:10pm - 1:40pm

Super-Start Martial Arts

Super-Start Martial Arts
Saturday, October 24 · 1:10pm - 1:40pm

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Karate (Teenagers)

1:45 - 2:30pm
1:45pm - 2:30pm

Karate (Teenagers)

Karate (Teenagers)
Saturday, October 24 · 1:45pm - 2:30pm

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Kickboxing (Teenagers)

2:45 - 3:30pm
2:45pm - 3:30pm

Kickboxing (Teenagers)

Kickboxing (Teenagers)
Saturday, October 24 · 2:45pm - 3:30pm

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Teenagers)

3:30 - 4:15pm
3:30pm - 4:15pm

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Teenagers)

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Teenagers)
Saturday, October 24 · 3:30pm - 4:15pm

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BJJ Open Mat (Members Only)

4:30 - 5:30pm
4:30pm - 5:30pm

BJJ Open Mat (Members Only)

BJJ Open Mat (Members Only)
Saturday, October 24 · 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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