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Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

910 Richards St #201, Vancouver, BC V6B 3C1

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About Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu's Downtown Vancouver academy is led by Grand Master Marcus Soares, a 9th-degree red belt and direct Carlson Gracie black belt with over 50 years on the mats, widely called the father of BJJ in Canada. It runs Adult BJJ (14+) from Foundations for beginners through Fundamentals and No-Gi, plus Kids BJJ for Lil Tots (4-5) and Lil Champs/Champs (6-13). Sister academies operate in Langley and Maple Ridge.

Pricing

Memberships

2-Week TrialCAD. Two weeks of unlimited classes for new students
C$29
Trial class
2 weeks of unlimited classes for $29

Programs

Gi
No-Gi
Kids
Beginners
Competition
Women's
Wrestling
Judo
Self-Defense
MMA
Open Mat

Weekly Schedule

Full schedule →
Sun
1:00 PM
Adult BJJ - Fundamentals, All Levels
Mon
12:00 PM
Adult BJJ - Fundamentals, All Levels
5:00 PM
Kids BJJ - Lil Champs & Champs (6-13)
6:00 PM
Adult BJJ - Fundamentals, All Levels
Tue
6:00 PM
Adult BJJ - Foundations, Beginners
Wed
12:00 PM
Adult BJJ - Fundamentals, All Levels
5:00 PM
Kids BJJ - Lil Champs & Champs (6-13)
6:00 PM
Adult BJJ - Fundamentals, All Levels
Thu
6:00 PM
Adult BJJ - No-Gi
Fri
12:00 PM
Adult BJJ - No-Gi
6:00 PM
Adult BJJ - Foundations, Beginners
Sat

Instructors

Marcus SoaresRed Belt
head

Lineage: Carlson Gracie

Eden CheungBlack Belt
instructor

Lineage: Marcus Soares

Hiro AmanoBlack Belt
instructor

Lineage: Marcus Soares

Justin LivingstonBlack Belt
instructor

Lineage: Marcus Soares

Dana AdamsBrown Belt
instructor

Lineage: Marcus Soares

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy cost?+

Monthly membership at Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy ranges C$119 per month. Drop-in classes are C$29.

Does Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy offer gi or no-gi classes?+

Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy offers both gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes.

Who is the head instructor at Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy?+

The head instructor is Marcus Soares, a red belt with lineage through Carlson Gracie.

Does Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy have a kids BJJ program?+

Yes, Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy offers a dedicated program for children.

Does Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy accept drop-ins?+

Yes, Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy accepts drop-ins for C$29 per class. Contact the gym to confirm availability.