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GFTeam Canada

GFTeam Canada

Burnaby, Canada

Not managed on Matador yetJiu JitsuKarateKickboxing

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GFTeam Canada is a family-focused martial arts academy on Kingsway in Burnaby, part of the worldwide GFTeam organisation founded in Rio de Janeiro. It is led by head professor Rafael La Porta, a sixth-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt from the Carlson Gracie lineage with a long competition record. The academy teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in gi and no-gi from age 3 through adults, Shotokan and Kyokushin-influenced Karate for kids and teens, and Kickboxing with self-defence fundamentals for teens and adults. It also runs an after-school pick-up programme with martial arts classes, plus Pro-D Day and seasonal holiday camps, and is a registered IBJJF academy.

Address
5528 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2G2, Canada
Sports
Jiu Jitsu · Karate · Kickboxing
Map showing GFTeam Canada

Training

Styles
Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-GiKarate · Shotokan / Kyokushin
Affiliation
IBJJF and GFTeam

Programmes

  • Kids classes
  • Teen classes
  • Beginners' course
  • Competition team

Your first visit

Trial
Free first class
Beginners
From age 3
Visiting from another gym
Visitors welcome

Coaches

  • Rafael La Porta

    Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt

  • Sergio Angrisano

    CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt

  • Ryan Abel

    CoachKarate · Black BeltTaekwondo · Black BeltKickboxing

Contact

Instagram
@gfteamcanada

Questions about GFTeam Canada

Where is GFTeam Canada?

GFTeam Canada is at 5528 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2G2, Canada.

Which sports does GFTeam Canada teach?

GFTeam Canada is listed for Jiu Jitsu, Karate and Kickboxing.

Can I try GFTeam Canada before joining?

Yes. Your first class at GFTeam Canada is free.

Can I train at GFTeam Canada when visiting from another gym?

Yes. GFTeam Canada welcomes visitors from other gyms.

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