Crossroads Martial Fitness Academy

“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.”

Ephesians 6:12 (ESV)

How we got started:

During the aftermath of lockdowns, we decided to explore the idea of a Small Group centered around self-defense training. Our hope was that physical fitness and like-minded fellowship would provide some much-needed stress relief from what many had endured over the Covid crisis and create increased connectivity within the church.
We were initially unsure of its long-term feasibility of such a program- but decided to perform a trial period and implemented the program with Pastor Nate’s approval to see what the Lord would allow us to accomplish.
We were immediately encouraged when we were;
 1. Able to acquire a space 
2. Had mats and lender uniforms donated 
3. Saw a great deal of interest with many start to attend
4. Had a good friend and brother in the Lord (who is a 4th degree Professor of BJJ) agree to oversee the group’s growth and provide curriculum and official accreditation for student rankings.
Since that time, we have seen new people join each month and have a strong core group continues to grow and attend on a regular basis. Many have not only grown in skill level but more importantly we have seen relationships forming, people open up during prayer time and practical needs being met because of it.

Dragon Slayer Classes

Our CMFA Dragon Slayer's program is based upon the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and incorporates physical, mental and spiritual goal setting components throughout. This self-defense program is primarily grappling based and does not allow striking. Self-defense training may become an extremely uplifting and enjoyable aspect of your child’s life and BJJ is an excellent art for developing young minds. It is a thorough workout with a strong cerebral aspect that will truly capture their imagination, while giving them confidence, knowledge, body-dexterity, and a fitness level that few people will ever achieve, and, it’s a lot of fun!
We invite you to come down and watch as your child tries out a class!

Boxing and MMA Striking Classes

We are happy to offer different classes for striking. Our boxing classes will be co-ed with a focus on having fun, getting fit, and being in fellowship with like-minded believers - there will be no hard sparring. Our other striking classes will focus on MMA style sparring and grappling. Boxing gloves, hybrid or MMA-style gloves are a must have for these classes and shin guards for the MMA classes. We have a few pairs available to use at the gym but highly recommend bringing/getting your own. Please contact us for pricing of these items.

BJJ Fundamentals, Advanced, and No-Gi Classes

Our BJJ classes will continue to be our main focus at the club. Our fundamental classes are appropriate for everyone, new and experienced. Our advanced class is offered to those blue belt and above, or a special tap on the shoulder for certain white belts. No-Gi classes are another new addition and will be taught by Professor Laprise every other week (with an alternate instructor on the off week) and will incorporate MMA style striking for the first half hour of class.

Women’s Only Self-Defence

Running for 6-week intervals, we will be offering a WOMEN'S only self-defence program on Friday evenings. Our goal is to give women effective self-defence strategies and practical techniques to help protect themselves and their family if ever need be. This class is open to ages 12+ (based on maturity level as well). We also hope women will fall in love with either component of striking or ground work and continue to come out to our other classes! There is no special equipment for this class. Please come dressed in appropriate workout gear.