Barrie's Premier Martial Arts Academy · Est. 2002

FIND THE CHAMPION WITHIN.

Barrie's home of martial arts & life skills — for kids and adults.
22 years changing lives through Taekwondo & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

★★★★★4.9 · Google Reviews
★★★★★5.0 · Facebook Reviews
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CHOOSE YOUR PATH

Whether you're looking to build confidence in your child or challenge yourself as an adult — we have a program for you. Taekwondo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, taught by world-class instructors.

Ages 4–15

KIDS MARTIAL ARTS

Empower your child with focus, confidence, and life skills that last a lifetime. More than kicks and punches — it's an investment in their future.

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Ages 16+

ADULT MARTIAL ARTS

Get fit, learn real self-defence, and join a community that pushes you to be the best version of yourself. No experience needed.

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KIDS TAEKWONDO

World Taekwondo (WT) — the Olympic martial art. Develop kicking technique, discipline, and belt progression in a structured, fun environment.

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KIDS BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU

Ground-based grappling that teaches leverage, problem-solving, and resilience. Build a foundation that will serve your child for life.

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ADULT TAEKWONDO

High-intensity striking, flexibility, and fitness. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, our adult TKD classes will challenge and transform you.

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ADULT BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU

The gentle art. Learn to defend yourself against any attacker regardless of size. Build strength, community, and mental toughness on the mats.

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WHY CHOOSE CHAMPS ACADEMY?

Hear from our founder and instructors — a multi-instructor reel sharing why 22 years of martial arts education in Barrie is about so much more than learning to fight.

LIFE SKILLS FIRST

We don't just teach martial arts. We teach focus, respect, perseverance, and the habits that shape a successful life.

PARTNERS IN PARENTING

We reinforce the values you're already building at home. Another voice in your child's week that says: you are capable.

22 YEARS OF PROOF

The Morrison family raised 7 children at Champs Academy. Today they run a successful business together — and credit this mat.

COMMUNITY & ADULTS TOO

BJJ builds connection, reduces stress, and sharpens your mind. A global community that starts right here in Barrie.

Kids martial arts life skills

INVEST IN YOUR CHILD'S FUTURE

Martial Arts is so much more than kicks and punches. It's an investment in your child's future. We'll provide your child with the tools they need to become the best version of themselves.

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FOCUS & DISCIPLINE

Students listen better at home and improve their grades at school.

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CONFIDENCE & SELF-ESTEEM

Watch your child walk taller, speak up, and believe in themselves.

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RESPECT & TEAMWORK

Learn to respect themselves and others — on and off the mat.

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GOAL SETTING & PERSEVERANCE

The belt system teaches them that hard work and dedication pay off.

A HOME AWAY FROM HOME

Whether you're rolling on the BJJ mats or throwing kicks in Taekwondo — you're part of a family. A welcoming community of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels united by the love of martial arts.

Our adult BJJ program builds connection, reduces stress, and sharpens your mind. A global community that starts right here in Barrie.

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REAL RESULTS, REAL FAMILIES

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"My son has been at Champs for 3 years and the change in his confidence and focus has been incredible. His teachers at school have noticed too. Best investment we've ever made."

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Sarah M.
Kids Taekwondo Parent
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"I started BJJ at 42 with zero experience. The instructors are world-class and the community is incredibly welcoming. It's the best thing I've done for my mental and physical health."

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Dave K.
Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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"Both my kids do TKD and BJJ here. The staff genuinely care about each child. The life skills they teach go way beyond the mat — my kids are better students and better people."

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Lisa T.
Kids TKD & BJJ Parent

TAKE THE FIRST STEP

See the difference martial arts can make in your life — or your child's. Your first class is completely free. No commitment, no pressure.