Ottawa Academy of Martial Arts
Team Renzo Gracie Ottawa
At Team Renzo Gracie Ottawa our focus is maintaining the highest level of instruction in BJJ. BJJ is known as the most effective martial art in the world, although it is relatively new by martial arts standards. Today, in any reality-fighting tournament 99% of the competitors will have a certain level of knowledge in BJJ. Why? Because it’s been proven time and time again to work. We train with a partner almost all the time. In doing so, you quickly learn what works and what does not against an opponent who is resisting. We emphasize technique and position. Proper technique and good position will dictate the outcome of a fight whether in competition or on the street. BJJ is easy and fun to learn, but takes hard work, discipline and dedication to master.
Our students have the opportunity to train at any of our numerous BJJ seminars, which we conduct. We have world-class champions visit Ottawa on an almost monthly basis. Also, the academy frequently organizes trips to New York City, which makes our club unique. All our students have the occasion to train at the NYC academy with Renzo Gracie and his instructors when we travel to Manhattan.
Our classes (schedule) will generally comprise of a brief warm-up, guard-passing drills, positional drills, technique and training. The two Brazillian jiu-jitsu programs we offer, Blue Belt and Purple belt, are designed to help you achieve the colour of belt indicated. Our live practice classes, randori, are limited to those with a minimum 1 month of experience as to maximize the quality and safety for all involved.
We now have women-only classes (schedule) for ladies who want to train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and self-defence in a fun, safe, female-student only setting.
The OAMA Thai program is broken down into distinct classes to provide the best training possible fromthe novice to the pro-fighter. Our Basic Muay Thai program includes the Conditioning class and the Technique class. The conditioning class focuses on training methods to develop a well conditioned body. This might include: skipping, push-ups, crunches and bag work as well as other conditioning exercises. The technique class will focus primarily on punching and kicking techniques and prepare the student for the Advanced program. The Advanced program is for those students who have that competitive edge and the desire to be in the ring. Advanced classes will teach specific techniques such as elbows, knees, and the clinch and include sparring in the ring. Enrollment in the Advanced program is based on a minimum 9 months basic training and/or approval from your Kru.
Competing in Muay Thai is completely optional and no pressure is ever put on students to do so.
Introduction
In 1914 a Japanese Judo and Jiu-Jitsu master named Mitsuo Maeda came to Brazil. In return for help from the Brazilian politician Gastao Gracie, Koma taught Jiu-Jitsu to Gastao's son Carlos. Carlos in turn taught his brothers. They went on to further refine the art via constant no-rules competition, developing what is now known as Gracie Jiu-Jitsu (also known as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or BJJ). Renzo Gracie is the son Robson Gracie and grandson of Carlos. Renzo has his academy in New York City.
Our vision is to spread Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in the Ottawa area and to kick-start representation for Team Renzo Gracie all over Canada.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is about respect. We respect all members of the club equally and we train as a team.
Team Renzo Gracie Ottawa
At Team Renzo Gracie Ottawa our focus is maintaining the highest level of instruction in BJJ. BJJ is known as the most effective martial art in the world, although it is relatively new by martial arts standards. Today, in any reality-fighting tournament 99% of the competitors will have a certain level of knowledge in BJJ. Why? Because it’s been proven time and time again to work. We train with a partner almost all the time. In doing so, you quickly learn what works and what does not against an opponent who is resisting. We emphasize technique and position. Proper technique and good position will dictate the outcome of a fight whether in competition or on the street. BJJ is easy and fun to learn, but takes hard work, discipline and dedication to master.
Our students have the opportunity to train at any of our numerous BJJ seminars, which we conduct. We have world-class champions visit Ottawa on an almost monthly basis. Also, the academy frequently organizes trips to New York City, which makes our club unique. All our students have the occasion to train at the NYC academy with Renzo Gracie and his instructors when we travel to Manhattan.
Our classes (schedule) will generally comprise of a brief warm-up, guard-passing drills, positional drills, technique and training. The two Brazillian jiu-jitsu programs we offer, Blue Belt and Purple belt, are designed to help you achieve the colour of belt indicated. Our live practice classes, randori, are limited to those with a minimum 1 month of experience as to maximize the quality and safety for all involved.
We now have women-only classes (schedule) for ladies who want to train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and self-defence in a fun, safe, female-student only setting.
Private (one on one) instruction is also available. Please contact us to learn all of what our programs have to offer you!
Introduction
OAMA Muay Thai offers the best quality Muay Thai in the Ottawa region. All of our world class experienced and certified Krus (teachers) have trained with the best in the world and give everything into each class they teach in order to ensure OAMA's Muay Thai program stays at the top! Whether your goals are getting in shape, gaining knowledge of this incredibly powerful art, or becoming a world champion, it is all possible with OAMA Muay Thai.
Style
Muay Thai is a style of kickboxing and the national sport of Thailand. The basic offensive techniques in Muay Thai use hands, elbows, kicks and knees to punch and kick the opponent. To hinder an opponent for both offensive and defensive purposes, small amounts of stand-up grappling are used: the clinch. Defensively, the shoulders, arms and legs are used to thwart the attacker from successfully executing his techniques. Almost all techniques in Muay Thai use the entire body movement, rotating the hip with each kick, punch and block.
Introduction
Ottawa Academy of Martial Arts (OAMA) has developed its Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) program with techniques proven in the ring. We combine the technical ground game of Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu with our hard hitting stand-up and very successful Muay Thai program. We also focus strongly on wrestling and conditioning to create a well rounded MMA fighter. Be it amateur or professional, there is a place for everyone in our MMA program.
Our program has three unique classes:
1. MMA Technique
In this class you will learn the fundamental techniques needed as the building blocks to become well rounded in MMA, including striking, wrestling, submissions and escapes. All training will be conducted in a safe, team-oriented environment.
2. MMA Fitness
In this class you will be practicing the techniques you have learned in MMA Technique and putting them to use in a cardio intensive environment. Everything taught in MMA Fitness has two main objectives: to help improve your technique while being in a high stress situation and to increase your overall fitness level.
3. MMA Sparring
Once a student has become proficient in both the MMA Technique and MMA Fitness programs they are eligible to enrol in the MMA Sparring class, providing they have been recommended by their head instructor. This class will be a high intensity workout requiring an equal level of dedication and discipline from qualified students. This advanced class will prepare students physically and mentally for when that cage door closes!
OAMA has developed top notch local talent in MMA. Successful fighters such as Freedom Fight light weight champ Mark “Boots” Holst and up and comer Remi “Bam Bam” Morvan are just some of the athletes you'll be training with.
Our Academy motto is “Training Like a Team, Fighting like a Family”. We believe in training anyone willing to learn. Although ages and skill level vary in every class, respect for one another and their individual goals are paramount at OAMA. Come and be a part of the strongest MMA team in Ottawa!
KIDS PROGRAMS (AGES 3 & UP)
Our Mission Statement
At Ottawa Academy of Martial Arts, our goal is to provide the most comprehensive, age-specific martial arts training programs available on the market today. We are committed to establishing measurable results physically, intellectually, emotionally, and socially. We are also dedicated to providing every student with the most positive training atmosphere possible.
What does this mean for you?
Our systems were designed exclusively to meet the stages of development of each individual student. We researched the learning and growing capabilities of students, ages 3 & up. From that research, we developed curriculums that will maximize training by matching physical, intellectual, emotional, and social stages. This means that each student will get more out of their training than ever imagined, we guarantee it!
Come on in and bring the family. Watch your child excel at Ottawa Academy of Martial Arts.
Call now for information on our introductory offer. $19.95 (includes gi (uniform), two private lessons and one group class)
Past Events
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Ottawa Academy of Martial Arts Camps
The camp will go on two field trips a week and will be taking part in lots of team building group activities. The goal of our camp is to raise your child's self confidence, self esteem and motivation.
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Throwdown Gatineau
On June 16th, the Hilton Lac Leamy will play host to Throwdown Gatineau, a night of thai-boxing fights in the Ottawa-Gatineau region. We host fighters from around the city, the province, and Eastern-Canada so we can put together the best Muay Thai show to have you entertained.
Muay Thai Seminar With Kru Marek
Don't miss this amazing seminar with Kru Marek Wolosewicz!!! Saturday May 26th and Sunday May 27th, from 12:00-3:00pm.
