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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

26/10/2026 - 01/11/2026
26 Mon 27 Tue 28 Wed 29 Thu 30 Fri 31 Sat 1 Sun
26 Mon Closed
27 Tue Closed
28 Wed Closed
29 Thu Closed
30 Fri Closed
31 Sat Closed
1 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 26 · 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 26 · 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 26 · 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 26 · 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 27 · 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 27 · 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 27 · 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 27 · 6:55pm - 7:55pm

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Kickboxing

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

Kickboxing

Kickboxing
Tuesday, October 27 · 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 28 · 5:15pm - 6:00pm

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Kickboxing (Teenagers)

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

Kickboxing (Teenagers)

Kickboxing (Teenagers)
Wednesday, October 28 · 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 28 · 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 28 · 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 29 · 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 29 · 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 29 · 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 29 · 6:55pm - 7:55pm

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Kickboxing

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

Kickboxing

Kickboxing
Thursday, October 29 · 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 30 · 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 30 · 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 31 · 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 31 · 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 31 · 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 31 · 1:10pm - 1:40pm

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Karate (Teenagers)

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

Karate (Teenagers)

Karate (Teenagers)
Saturday, October 31 · 1:45pm - 2:30pm

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Kickboxing (Teenagers)

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

Kickboxing (Teenagers)

Kickboxing (Teenagers)
Saturday, October 31 · 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 31 · 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 31 · 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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