JR Academy
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JR Academy is a long-running Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school in southeast Calgary, led by Professor Josh Russell, who received his black belt from Carlos "Carlinhos" Gracie Jr and is described by the school as the first BJJ black belt in Alberta. The academy teaches the Gracie lineage in the gi and also offers no-gi and submission grappling. Adults, a women's-only class, and kids and youth groups train here, with a fundamentals stream for beginners, an advanced class, open mats and an invitation-only youth competition class. Students compete regularly at tournaments across Alberta, and the school is registered with the IBJJF. Newcomers can try a free week before joining.
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-Gi
- Affiliation
- IBJJF and Carlos "Carlinhos" Gracie Jr lineage
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Teen classes
- Women-only classes
- Beginners' course
- Competition team
- Open mat
- Private lessons
- Military & first responders
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free trial · 7 days
- Beginners
- No experience needed · From age 5
- Visiting from another gym
- Mat fee CA$30.00
Timetable this week
Monday
Jiu JitsuAdultsages 16+
Jiu JitsuKids
CompetitionJiu JitsuKidsBy invitation
Tuesday
Jiu JitsuAdultsages 16+
Jiu JitsuAdultsages 16+White belt and up2 stripes or more
Women only
Wednesday
Jiu JitsuAdultsages 16+
Jiu JitsuKids
CompetitionJiu JitsuKidsBy invitation
Thursday
Jiu JitsuAdultsages 16+
Jiu JitsuAdultsages 16+White belt and up2 stripes or more
Friday
Jiu JitsuAdultsages 16+
Saturday
Jiu JitsuKids
Jiu JitsuAdultsages 16+
Jiu JitsuAdultsages 16+
Opening hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 12:00-13:30, 18:00-21:00
- Friday
- 12:00-13:30
- Saturday
- 00:00-15:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Prices
Monthly
CA$170.00Monthly
CA$220.00Yearly
CA$1,870.00Monthly
CA$150.00Monthly
CA$180.00Yearly
CA$1,650.00One-off
CA$250.00Per class
CA$30.00From the gym's website, checked 4 November 2026.
Coaches
- Professor Josh Russell
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black BeltPrivate lessons
- Professor Fiona McAvoy
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black BeltJudo · Brown Belt
- Coach Teo Russell
CoachJiu Jitsu · Blue Belt
Contact
- info@jracademy.co
- Website
- https://www.jracademy.co
- @jra_bjj_yyc
Questions about JR Academy
Where is JR Academy?
JR Academy is at 6031 3 St SE, Calgary, AB T2H 1K3, Canada.
Which sports does JR Academy teach?
JR Academy is listed for Jiu Jitsu.
Can I try JR Academy before joining?
Yes. JR Academy lets you train free for 7 days.
When are the beginner classes at JR Academy?
JR Academy runs classes open to beginners on Monday 12:00, Monday 17:30 and Tuesday 12:00.
When is JR Academy open?
JR Academy is open Monday - Thursday 12:00-13:30 and 18:00-21:00; Friday 12:00-13:30; Saturday 00:00-15:00.
How much does JR Academy cost?
Prices at JR Academy: Adults · ages 16+ · Membership · 1-year contract: CA$170.00 a month, Adults · ages 16+ · Membership · No contract: CA$220.00 a month, Adults · ages 16+ · Membership · 1 year paid upfront: CA$1,870.00 a year, Kids · ages 5–15 · Membership · 6-month contract: CA$150.00 a month, Kids · ages 5–15 · Membership · No contract: CA$180.00 a month, Kids · ages 5–15 · Membership · 1 year paid upfront: CA$1,650.00 a year, 10 classes: CA$250.00 one-off and Drop-in · 1 class: CA$30.00 a class.
Can I train at JR Academy when visiting from another gym?
Yes. JR Academy welcomes visitors from other gyms; the mat fee is CA$30.00.
Gyms near JR Academy
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Gracie Barra CalgaryUnmanaged listing3 km away · 8989 Macleod Trl SW, Calgary, AB T2H 0M2, CanadaJiu Jitsu
Dojo NineUnmanaged listing10 km away · 4127 6 St NE, Calgary, AB T2E 6V5, CanadaJiu Jitsu · Muay Thai · Kickboxing
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