After School Club:
Rooted in strength, honour and the spirit of Ancaster, Jiu Jitsu is a living art that builds confidence, discipline, and community — honouring tradition while shaping the future.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Grounded in respect and driven by modern training. Ancaster Jiu Jitsu combines Japanese tradition and Brazilian innovation. We honour the roots of Jiu Jitsu while shaping a new generation of athletes right here in Canada.
Whether you're stepping on the mats for the first time or chasing gold at the podium your part of something bigger. Hard training. Real community and proudly Canadian.
Our Coaches
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Head Coach
Coach Clyde (Brown Belt)
With deep roots in both Japanese and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Coach Clyde started his martial arts journey in high school learning boxing and wrestling. Coach Clyde began training Jiu Jitsu in 2007 learning go and NoGi jiu jitsu. Coach Clyde attributes his style to the various coaches he’s trained with throughout his journey. Coach Clyde brings a lifetime of athletic experience and a passion for competition, and martial arts to every class.
A brown belt under Robert Degle, Coach Clyde brings a modern style of NoGi jiu jitsu that embodies strength, honour, and service to the art. His training spans disciplines that have shaped his approach and deepened his respect and love for the "“gentle art”
At Ancaster Jiu Jitsu, Coach Clyde leads with humility, teaches with purpose, and builds community through the shared journey of martial arts and community involvement.
Affiliate:
Robert Degle is an American jiu jitsu black belt instructor and professional NoGi grappler. -
Assistant Coach
Coach Mike (Blue Belt)
Coach Mike is a dedicated blue belt under Coach Clyde and the newly affiliated Robert Degle Jiu Jitsu. Coach Mike has a strong foundation of Jiu Jitsu and a deep passion for learning.
Coach Mike brings a calm presence, sharp technical eye, and genuine care for every student.
He gives his time freely, making sure each member feels supported, seen, and challenged in the best way playing a key role in building our blue belt to advanced program at Ancaster Jiu Jitsu.
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The lil Griffins program carries the spirit of strength, courage and perseverance inspired by the Griffin House. At Ancaster Jiu Jitsu our students are taught to build confidence, discipline, and resilience through Jiu Jitsu.
This program provides children with the opportunity to learn jiu jitsu in a safe and welcoming environment. The class is designed for kids of all levels, and is taught by experienced instructors.
This program is led by experienced instructors with a love for jiu jitsu. These instructors have a deep passion for understanding techniques, strategies, and principles that embody this martial art.
Our Location
88 Wilson Street West, Ancaster, ON L9G 1N2
We are located on the corner of Todd St & Wilson St W.
You can access the main entrance via Todd St.
We are in the basement with United Family Martial arts. Unit #1.
Still can’t find us?
Call the club or pop-in and ask for Coach Clyde.
If he’s not available or teaching ninjas, one of our helpful coaches will help you!
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Private Lessons & Seminars
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