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Our 9 year old son has been attending Affinity for over 3 years and we could not be happier with the results! The coaches are completely invested in their students and strive to ensure each student reaches their full potential. The best part for me as a parent has been watching my shy, apprehensive son turn into a confident, self-assured and assertive child. His whole demeanour has changed for the better and I truly can't thank his coaches enough, especially Coach Jack!
If you are looking for a martial arts program for your child, look no further! You will be treated like family here and will watch your child grow in so many ways. I also took part in the women's self-defence class with Coach Z and ladies, she is AMAZING! They also have a women's only class which I absolutely love! Thank you to everyone at Affinity for working so hard - you guys are the best and your dedication to the sport is beyond admirable.
Amazing academy with caring and knowledgeable instructors that care about the growth and safety of their students. Highly recommend them.
Amazing people, facility and programs!
Amazing gym and amazing coaches. I'm really happy to be training here!
Gym is so good and has a good vibe and productive class !!!
Typically I’m a shy person when doing anything new, the academy here is amazing, friendly and very welcoming. Training here is something I look forward too in my free time, all the coaches are fantastic and make sure to answer questions or help when not quite sure on how something is done! Jiu jitsu is a Great way to get into shape, learn and apply everything also has worked on my self confidence levels.
Affinity BJJ Gym is a fantastic place for anyone looking to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a welcoming and supportive environment. From the moment you step inside, you'll be greeted by a warm and friendly atmosphere that's perfect for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.
I have been kickboxing at Affinity for 4 years and it has changed my life. Great classes for beginners or people with previous experience. Always fun and an awesome work out.
Staff is so friendly and helpful. I’ve put my kids in classes and summer camps and they had a blast. Super welcoming and an amazing atmosphere.
I just started jujitsu and the classes are so fun. Schedule is huge so there are so many opportunities to train.
Highly recommend trying Affinity if you’re looking for jujitsu or Kickboxing.
Great place for learning to defend yourself and cardio! Teachers are patient and more than happy to help if you're struggling. Very friendly people too. It is overall a very positive, fun, and educational environment.
Great academy. Welcoming environment and very knowledgeable coaches. Can’t reconvened it enough!
Have been going to classes nearly every evening for the past 3 months, really good environment, the kind of training I was looking for, really satisfied with class structure and setting, can't think of any suggestions to make it better, I regret not signing up sooner.
Our 9 y.o. daughter Claire has attended the Affinity Academy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing programs for just over 1.5 yrs., and counting. At about the 1 yr. mark she started competing in BJJ tournaments and had second place finishes in all three regional competitions she signed up for - unexpected for a gentle, non-competitive kid! The structured curriculum, the highly engaged instructors who maintain discipline and keep classes fun, the very clean and safe mat space, and the awesome training partners (and their parents) can all be credited for Claire's growing love of fight sports. Also, she recently started a pilot wrestling program at this academy and gives it two thumbs up!
The short version: We were looking for a martial arts school that delivers results, and we're more than happy to say we found it!
Gym is really good🙌 Team is strong and it gives an opportunity to grow !!!
I stronly advice to join the team of Affinity Academy. Classes are so productive. Coach explains the things so clearly which makes it easily to get good techniques in this amazing kind of sport .
Guys, just come over and you will see where are real Jiu Jitsu athletes!!! CHEERS!!!
I have always wanted to try jiu-jitsu and finally had the chance!
It was SOOO much fun!!! The women's group and coach were SO patient with me as a newbie, loved every minute of it!
Such a good workout too!
I signed up in hopes that my daughter would find an activity that she enjoyed and was able to burn off some energy. Not only did she become more confident within herself she was able to work off all her built up energy. The instructors are amazing and worked so well with all the kids no matter their personalities. Highly recommend.
Really great gym with fantastic coaching and atmosphere. Class sizes are good especially daytime classes on Saturdays which are typically small and allow for lots of 1 on 1 questions and coaching. Jack is a fantastic jiu jitsu instructor with his procedural step based approach to teaching, which I believe is vital for jiu jitsu. I can’t recommend this gym enough.
A great place for kids to gain confidence. All the coaches are fantastic and the atmosphere is the best.
Quality coaching in a clean, professional and welcoming environment. I’ve dabbled in a few martial arts and believe Affinity have found the right balance of practical application to fighting, fun and competitiveness - without any pressure to compete. Trained here for 2 years, program teaches BJJ concepts, effective techniques and is logically sequenced.
I have been shopping around for a new place to train and very impressed with Affinity Academy since joining. Location is easy accessible, facility is spotless, balance of scheduled classes offer incredible variety to all skill levels, and the staff is very friendly and professional. I would recommend Affinity Academy to anyone who is looking to train in a safe, welcoming environments which is equipped with supportive coaches. Happy I made the switch from my last place!
I trained two no-gi classes here last week while visiting Calgary. Coaches Avery and Jack were great. I especially enjoyed Jack who was super humble and asked that I not call him Coach or Professor. He had a very unique style of teaching where he was very thorough, and cerebral, but also humble, and funny at the same time. I'll definitely try to revisit if I come back to Calgary and I even encouraged my family that lives in the area to join this gym.
I started training at this location a couple of months ago. Immediately I felt at home. Not only is the Professor and coaches great but the camaraderie of the other guys and gals is very welcoming. The coaches really know there stuff! If you are looking for a place to train jiu jitsu I would highly recommend you check out Affinity!
Absolutely the best martial arts school I have ever attended. The coaches are personable and willing to go the extra mile. They are fantastic with both kids and adults. My entire family will be enrolling in their conveniently timed classes, which are perfectly located for us in the NW area. They truly go above and beyond in terms of cost fairness. Thank you, Affinity team, and please don't change.
This is the best bjj gym in Calgary hands down! The coaches and the staff were very helpful and the environment was very welcoming! I recommend Affinity to all my friends and family as it is truly the best! Thank you Affinity for being so hands on and welcoming!
I went to Affinity while I was visiting Calgary. The instructors were wonderful, and the other students were welcoming, and great to train with. As a woman, it can be very intimidating going to a martial arts gym, but I would absolutely recommend Affinity to any woman that would like to give BJJ, or kickboxing, a try. I can't say enough good things about them.
I first had the pleasure of meeting and training with Andell years ago in Ontario at my home club. I am visiting Calgary for a short time for school. My coach suggested I visit Affinity while here. Andell has gone the extra mile to allow me to continue my training at both his locations. Absolutely wonderful training atmosphere. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. I feel at home right away and am looking forward to taking advantage of the coaches and teammates while here! Thank you Andell for your hospitality.
I dropped in for a class last week while travelling. Great gym!
My children have been attending Affinity Academy since April 2022, and from day one, it’s been nothing short of fantastic! They absolutely adored their classes. The dedication and passion of both the staff and the coaches truly shine through, thanks to their amazing support and encouragement. It’s clear that the entire team is committed to providing an outstanding educational experience.Thank you, Affinity Academy, for making such a positive impact on my children’s lives!
We were visiting from out of town and my friend and I wanted to do Jiu-Jitsu in Clagary. We reached out to 4 gyms and Affinity was the only one who welcomed us with open arms. They were respectful in our rolls and friendly, which was great! Great bjj guys, very talented and we would love to come back.
It’s a great place. Great atmosphere, coaches care a lot about your performance and want you to always improve. I feel blessed to discover this hobby in this place!!
Great place to train with great people.
I've been training at Affinity Academy for just over 1 year. Every class is without a doubt one of the most rewarding experiences I am fortunate enough to participate in, every chance I get. The safe, positive environment reflects the values and passion of the family ownership, staff, and the members. A passionate, respectful culture of support and constant improvement is ingrained in the Academy. I cannot speak highly enough of Affinity to effectively convey the experience...you need to come for a visit and see for your it for yourself! You'll be back.
My experience at Affinity Academy has been amazing. You will receive instruction that is detailed, methodical, patient and immediately applicable. The people you will meet here are some of the highest quality human beings you could hope to meet. The atmosphere is fun, supportive, and very much like family. If you are looking for world class training in the gentle art of Jiu Jitsu then Affinity Academy is the place for you!
Everything is AWESOME! I have seen a big confidence boost in both of my girls since they have started classes here and I would recommend this gym for anyone thinking of trying something new for their kids or themselves. This gym provides a safe, friendly and clean environment to practice BJJ where everyone is treated with respect.
A great environment that quickly becomes your family. They have so many different programs that there truly is something for everyone of all ages and skill set. I have learned so much at this school in such a short time and it is the direct effect of good people, in a good place, all doing something we feel very strongly for. Would recommend Affinity Academy to anyone thinking of starting the sport.
I currently have 2 kids in the jujitsu program at Affinity and couldn't ask for a better introduction for them both to martial arts. The coaches are excellent at engaging with young children and the other members have been very welcoming. Has very quickly become the favourite activity for both my kids and I believe the technical skills and the character lessons taught to them there will benefit them greatly as they grow. I would highly recommend this gym and these coaches to anyone looking for a BJJ program for their sons or daughters.
What can I say about Affinity, that hasn't already been said?!
It's amazing! I love it. The instructors are awesome, very knowledgable, approachable and just all round good people. A friend convinced me to come try, although to be honest I have always wanted to learn bjj so it really didn't take much convincing at all, and as soon as I stepped on the mats and tried my first class, I was hooked.
The people at Affinity treat you like family, the sr. belts are always more than willing to slow down and show you proper form and technique.
I could go on for ever, but will just say this,I definitely have zero regrets about joining and I plan to train for years to come!
Thank you Affinity Academy for making me feel welcome, and guiding me down this new path in life!
I started BJJ at the Affinity Academy in February. It was a challenge for me to get started because I was afraid and quite anxious. It was something completely new to me and I thought maybe I wouldn't be strong or "tough" enough to join. From my very first class until now, everyone has been so welcoming and very supportive with one another. The Academy is a very positive and family friendly environment. Our Sensei's Andell and Clifton are professional and very knowledgeable of this art. Classes are well structured and quite challenging, which keeps me coming back for more. BJJ is beginning to change my life in many ways. I take pride in being a part of this team. I will be forever grateful and will continue to be humble learning this gentle art.
Excellent programs for both adults and kids with great instructors. A family and community oriented academy with a safe and fun learning environment. A wonderful martial arts academy for all ages, highly recommended.
My daughter started about 3 months ago and I think she's doing really well. That's because of the amazing instruction and, most importantly for her age, other children who are very welcoming and friendly.
I love this place. Super clean facility, friendly and knowledgeable people who are more than willing to help you feel safe and comfortable learning the art.
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