Reviews of Brasa Bowen Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gym)

Jason MacKenzie

This is the most positive, welcoming martial arts studio I have ever attended. The instructors are highly experienced, patient and light-hearted. People from all ages and backgrounds come together to learn. If everyone supported one another like they do at Bowen BJJ and Kickboxing the world would be a kinder, more mindful and more peaceful place. I am so glad I became a student here and look forward to many years of growth and friendship.

David Squire

A very positive and welcoming club . It all starts with the amazing Professor Bowen. A fantastic concentration of quality people wanting to help each other achieve a higher understanding of this complex martial art.

Erin M

The academy is amazing. Coaches are awesome and so welcoming. You won't be disappointed!

Josh Wiebe

There isn’t a better place to train. Excellent coaches and partners to learn with.

Jeff Froese

Absolutely fantastic place to train! The coaches are amazing, the atmosphere is welcoming and encouraging, and the people have become my second family.

Dave Eyndhoven

Great place for my whole family to train the coaches are amazing with the kids.

Jeremy

Great place to train! Clean and friendly environment with excellent instructors.

Mathew Vigar

Brasa Bowen BJJ has been such a positive influence in my life! The staff as well as the other members are second to none! It truly feels like a family from day one. HIGHLY recommended ????????????

Chelsey Marie Music

Very welcoming and super down to earth. Ryan is very easy going and super awesome at explaining the school and how it works. Also the teachers are great with the kids I highly recommend this school!

Leigh Scott

Wonderful staff and classes. Very welcoming environment and a fantastic workout every time. Highly recommend their kids BJJ and MMA classes; Ryan and his team have really helped boost my Child’s confidence and abilities. Kickboxing is always a challenge (the good kind!) and you’ll walk away with a feeling of pride after every class.

Kate Boutilier

A few days ago, my daughter told me that she wants to teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. She and my son have been taking classes Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays since January. “Awesome” I said “why?” -“Because it’s my favourite” “Oh, any other reason?” I ask as I put the fish back in its bowl. I was cleaning their tanks when the idea came to her. -“Because coach helps lots of kids. I want to do that when I grow up.” …mind blown. That’s been happening a lot since January. When I went in to speak to Ryan and Chrissy Bowen about signing my kids up for classes I had no idea how amazing these people are. Everyone who works with the kids is awesome but Ryan Bowen is special. The genuine joy he expresses when the kids focus and succeed is inspiring. Everything about the classes is positive. Each child is encouraged to try and their progress is met with enthusiasm that is absolutely contagious. In the past 4 months I’ve watched as kids who were apprehensive about stepping out on the mats, grow and reflect the care and discipline found out there. The older students emulate these values when working with the younger students and I’m looking forward to seeing my kids take on this role as they continue. I think, to sum it up accurately, walking through the doors at Bowen Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing Academy is one of the best things I’ve done for my family. If you’re looking for something inclusive and positive and disciplined and fun for your kid(s), why not give them a call?

Maegan Schmidt

I looked at many different kickboxing programs in my area wanting to find a place with a professional atmosphere that would push me to do my best and after my first class at Brasa Bowen Brazilian Jiu Jitsu I knew that this place could offer me what I wanted. The coaching staff is very knowledgeable and takes time to ensure that everyone is following and doing things properly. The people and staff are welcoming, and I immediately felt like a community member. Thanks to this place kickboxing has quickly become one of my favourite ways to exercise and I look forward to showing up to Brasa Bowen Brazilian Jiu Jitsu everyday.

Grambo

Great

Allister Orlay

This is an incredible club. Great instructors, family friendly atmosphere.

Adam Cousins

An absolutely great learning environment. The space itself is clean and bright with lots of available mat space. A great, active and well-attended kids program with knowledgeable, patient and involved instructors. Great adult BJJ program - large classes are the norm with lots of experience (purple, brown, and black belts) on the mat All in all, a great place to train!

James Murray

Best place around.. hands down

Nick van der Velde

I train out of a gym in London. In the summer of 19', I had the opportunity to visit this gym and engage in the Saturday open mat session. The gym is clean, the atmosphere is positive and the instructor knows what he is talking about. Met some cool people that day - all in all, great experience.

tony hoffman

My son has been training here for nearly 3 years. Amazing leadership and instructions from all coaches. As much a family as a place to train.

Christine Jeffery

Great place for the whole family! And everyone gets treated like family. Coaches are awesome!

Melissa Duesling

Coaches are awesome!!!! Students are so supportive of one another. So happy out daughter is enjoying her experience and learning the skills of this sport.

Alex Moore

Brasa has everything you could ask for in a martial arts school. From kid's classes to kick boxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, it's all available. World class instrucktors and coaches with all of the right certifications and dedication to the art round out the building blocks for a great club. Come on down and see for yourself.

Ali Kaakour

There arent enough words to describe how amazing this academy is and the positive impact its had on my life ever since i joined. When you join Brasa you arent just signing up to learn Jiu Jitsu/MMA , you are becoming a member of the best family and environment you could ask for. The head instructor Ryan Bowen goes above and beyond for his students and makes sure we're on top of out game.

Ken Nash

Sales person absolutely refuses to give us an idea of a schedule or price for our kids. I've attempted to contact this organization on 2 separate occasions and have received the same run around. Before the owner claims this is a "fake review". I will gladly update this upon receiving an expected pricepoint.

Shauna

Love my Brasa St Thomas Group! Great workout & great people!

Tony Cowie

Fantastic, friendly and Professional kickboxing academy. The staff and coaches are incredibly knowledgeable a d know how to help me achieve my best. My son attends the kids Jiu Jitsu classes and loves every minute of it, sensei Ryan is encouraging and supportive.

Mark Bednarski

My friend trains there. Top guys.

Simon Jones

This is a fantastic place, the coaches and members are all great people. Everyone is very welcoming, respectful and friendly.

Lana Thibert

My 14 year old daughter and I have been part of the Brasa team for about 9 months now and we love it! All the coaches are supportive and motivating and treat us like family ❤️ Thank you all so much for getting me started on my journey to better health and fitness ???????? I couldn’t be happier

Shawn Hughes

I came here from another gym to train some jiu jitsu. I have never felt more welcomed. Everyone was so nice, and knowledgeable. The instructor Ryan Bowan (bjj black belt) ran a fantastic class! I learned so much, and I will definitely bring my learning back to my gym to share. Ryan ran a disciplined but yet enjoyable and fun class. Thanks for everything, and I will definitely be returning. This club is exactly what martial arts should be, and if I could give it more than 5 stars, I would!!!

Seamus Omalley

Bowen bjj is a great school! I have done martial arts my whole life all over and I truly feel like part of the family when I go to class. All the coaches and staff are super friendly and positive. They also have an exciting kickboxing program. In the time I have been attending the Brasa academy I have seen all types of people transformed. I’m so happy Bowen bjj came to St. Thomas. I believe it’s a great place for building up yourself as well as our community.

jamie gorham

Great activity for my son loves it so far

Christa Newton

Great place to train. I've been training here since the opening of the Academy. Clean environment. Instructors are welcoming and very knowledgeable.

Cyndi Scott

This place is the corner stone in the foundation that holds my son Nathan solid in his teen years. He has been with Brasa Bowen for quite a few years now. I got him started in it because he was a shy, only child. With myself being from a family with 3 older brothers I know there are times when you have to look out for yourself...mentally or sometimes physically! First year was uncertain, he was the type of kid that when he got hurt he was done, not in this case! He went to tournaments where he ended up hyperventilating and crying. But because of his coaches, he never quit! They were right there for him(and Always have been!) cheering, mentoring, and wiping tears! Now we have a 14 year old that is confident, not afraid to try new things and stands up for himself. Everyone there is awesome! Do your kid a favor and try it out, you won't regret it!

Chris Hibbard

Great people, Very family friendly and welcoming. My son is a shy individual, James and Ryan have definitely changed that!