From Jiu Jitsu to Karate, Kobudo, Self Defense and MMA, we offer top of the line training for students of all backgrounds and experience levels. Learn from the best Martial Arts instructors in London who are dedicated to providing a stable, family environment where you can excel in your personal goals and find a varied and supportive community.
Whether your plan is to compete, lose weight, meet new like-minded people or improve your day-to-day life, we will help you get there faster than you ever thought possible while having fun doing it! The benefits of Martial Arts classes are endless.
Whether your plan is to compete, lose weight, meet new like-minded people or improve your day-to-day life, we will help you get there faster than you ever thought possible while having fun doing it! The benefits of Martial Arts classes are endless.
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Keep your children active and excited with our Kids Martial Arts Classes in London, Ontario. We offer fun classes for students age 6-12 and help them build important life skills while learning the art of Ryu Kyu Karate. Our Adult Martial Arts Classes in London, Ontario are designed for ages 13 and older and can help you get in great shape while learning vital self-defense skills.
All programs developed by 20-year elementary school teacher and lifelong martial artist: Simon Sherbourne M.Ed. Looking for a fun and exciting way to help your children stay active? Look no further than our Kids Martial Arts Classes at Sherbourne Martial Arts Academy in London.
We offer children from age 6-12 the opportunity to develop important life skills while learning the history and basics of traditional Ryu Kyu Karate (since 1986) and Jiu Jitsu (since 1975) including 14 years of instruction under Royce Gracie (2004 - 2018) with much more depth from the past and coming in the future.At SMAA, we teach multiple disciplines to our youngest students including Karate, Kobudo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
We offer children from age 6-12 the opportunity to develop important life skills while learning the history and basics of traditional Ryu Kyu Karate (since 1986) and Jiu Jitsu (since 1975) including 14 years of instruction under Royce Gracie (2004 - 2018) with much more depth from the past and coming in the future.At SMAA, we teach multiple disciplines to our youngest students including Karate, Kobudo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Learn to master the technique of multiple disciplines with our Adult Martial Arts Classes at Sherbourne Martial Arts Academy. Designed for ages 13 and older, our highly skilled instructors work closely with students on Jiu Jitsu, Karate and Kobudo training for top-notch performance.
The Jiu Jitsu and Self-Defenses are mostly comprised of teachings from Royce Gracie (Simon Sherbourne's Jiu Jitsu teacher from 2004 - 2018) combined with years of high school wrestling, and other training with grapplers, wrestlers, judo-ka, etc.
The Jiu Jitsu and Self-Defenses are mostly comprised of teachings from Royce Gracie (Simon Sherbourne's Jiu Jitsu teacher from 2004 - 2018) combined with years of high school wrestling, and other training with grapplers, wrestlers, judo-ka, etc.
Serving as the headquarters for Jiu-Jitsu with the WKKJO, Sherbourne Martial Arts Academy offers you the opportunity to train with the very best in our Jiu-Jitsu Classes. Our approach to teaching Jiu Jitsu is not solely about learning "fighting" techniques, or how to aggressively defeat your opponent - but to employ self-defense strategy.
The Karate kata of the WKKJO are directly from Okinawa, Japan and passed on from teacher to student (to our Founder who is a Direct Senior Student of Master Seikichi Odo [1926 - 2002]) over the last 300 years. The kata were developed so that techniques (waza) could be practiced in isolation with discretion as the ruling governments had banned any organized military training by locals.
Reviews (10)
Rob Gallant
Nov 19, 2020
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Our son started training at SMAA with an interest in learning about karate. In the relatively short time he has been at the dojo he has learned a great deal. He is excited to go to class every week and is disappointed when we have to miss a lesson. The instruction from the leaders extends beyond techniques and crosses into life lessons which is an added bonus and is done in a way that is meaningful to the students. We love that our son has found his own niche, a place where he feels welcome, and part of a team of individuals working to better themselves in a collaborative environment. We highly
Kam Zerd
Oct 23, 2019
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Great place to start Brazilian Jiu jutsu!
- The facility is always clean, as well as their bathroom.
- The instructor is very patient, nice and knows what he's doing
- The way he teaches will make you fall in love with martial arts as you start getting better week after week.
- His passion for martial arts will be obvious to you in day 1
I had a great experience with this dojo and would recommend it to anyone who is willing to try out Brazilian jiu jitsu or any other martial arts they offer!
- The facility is always clean, as well as their bathroom.
- The instructor is very patient, nice and knows what he's doing
- The way he teaches will make you fall in love with martial arts as you start getting better week after week.
- His passion for martial arts will be obvious to you in day 1
I had a great experience with this dojo and would recommend it to anyone who is willing to try out Brazilian jiu jitsu or any other martial arts they offer!
Lucia Jones
Aug 27, 2019
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Love it so far! My teenage son has been really enjoying learning about Jiu-jitsu and Karate at SMA. He attends classes usually 4 times per week and regrets it when he has to miss class. You pay monthly and there is no long term contract to sign, which makes it very handy in case you need to take a pause for whatever reason. The place is bright, clean and organized. The teachers are great with kids. They are very welcoming and encouraging with people new to the sport. My son has been attending a couple months now and he has already learned a lot! He comes home showing us all his new moves!
Ken Louttet
Jan 01, 2019
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I encourage anyone who is seeking the best Karate, Kobudo, Jiu-Jitsu and self defense training in London to definitely come in and see what Kyoshi Sherbourne has to offer!
I have been training with Kyoshi for many years/ since 1996. If you desire the true essence of traditional Okinawan Karate / Kobudo and top notch Jiu-Jitsu then this is it!
After becoming a world champion with Kyoshi Sherbourne and having a very successful semi pro cage fighting career I still love to train and teach at SMAA.
Take that first step and check it out.
See you on the Mat!!
Renshi Ken Louttet.
I have been training with Kyoshi for many years/ since 1996. If you desire the true essence of traditional Okinawan Karate / Kobudo and top notch Jiu-Jitsu then this is it!
After becoming a world champion with Kyoshi Sherbourne and having a very successful semi pro cage fighting career I still love to train and teach at SMAA.
Take that first step and check it out.
See you on the Mat!!
Renshi Ken Louttet.
Greg Woodsit
Sep 21, 2018
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We registered our daughters at SMAA to learn a new skill, get some exercise and experience the life lessons that Martial Arts are well known for providing. Kiyoshi Simon Sherbourne has far exceeded our expectations. His passion for teaching and developing his students is obvious. We're thrilled with our decision to join. The facility is large clean and comfortable.
Kourtney Steen
Jul 05, 2018
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I really enjoy going to all the classes. I’ve learned a lot about self discipline and how to defend myself in different situations. Simon is a great teacher and everyone who attends the classes are super helpful. I did a lot of research on different places before I joined and I picked SMAA because of Simon’s many years of experience as well as some great feedback from others who had joined. I would recommend SMAA to anybody that wants to learn martial arts and have a great time doing it.
Jing Wu
Jan 11, 2018
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He is a great teacher and mentor. I'm from other countries, once I know that I am very interested in Brazilian jujitsu living in my country.When I came to London because of my language is different. I ever wondered if I could insist on learning here . But I'm so lucky to see my martial arts teacher. He gave me the best answer: insist . Every time training and guidance have changed me. Not only the body's agility and continuous improvement and self-psychological quality is strong. He taught his teaching experience in a selfless way . I saw his hard work and superb teaching courses. I know that I
Nestor Bayona
Jan 27, 2017
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My son and I have been training here for some years now. The vast wealth of knowledge and great martial arts traditions that SMAA has to offer is second to none. The dojo offers a very unique opportunity to train in various martial arts. We specially enjoy the traditional okinawan weapons training which is one of kind in the city. Kyoshi Sherbourne is a very well decorated martial arts instructor who is always kind and helpful with all his students.
Patrick B.
Aug 28, 2016
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I visited SMAA (Sherbourne Martial Arts Academy) last week for a trial class and was extremely impressed. I felt at home right away with being greeted and welcomed to the class in casual but warm manner. I was given personalized instruction and introduction as to what SMAA offers from Simon himself (head instructor). I had a lot of fun learning about the blend of different martial arts taught at SMAA; BJJ and karate being among them. I saw great value in the self defense techniques and experience from Simon who has had previous civilian employment that would require his understanding, control,
Mike Pol
Jun 13, 2016
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I have been training with Kyoshi Sherbourne for almost 20 years. In that time, I have come to have an ever growing appreciation for the vast knowledge and skill Kyoshi shares and imparts on all his students. The lessons learned and the techniques taught at SMAA are not only of top quality in regards to martial arts practice but also rooted in a long history of tradition that have been passed on for centuries by Masters of the martial arts with direct lineage to Kyoshi Sherbourne. The information gained from years of training are not only of extreme value to a persons martial arts training and developement
