Authentic Jiu Jitsu
Alumni connection: Benjamin Kool, BA'08 BEd'11, Owner/Head Coach
Faculty: Faculty of Arts & Werklund School of Education
Category: Sports & Recreation
Region: Calgary
Company information: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art, combat sport and self-defence system that focuses on grappling skills such as throws, takedowns and ground fighting. The “gentle art” was built on the concept that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend against a bigger, stronger opponent. This can be achieved by using proper technique, leverage and most importantly taking the fight to the ground and applying a dynamic range of joint locks and choke holds.
Authentic Jiu Jitsu offers technical and authentic instruction for all ages and all walks of life. AJJ members train for a variety of reasons such as: competition, self defence, enhancing physical fitness, building confidence and life skills, making new social connections, and most importantly, fun. Please visit or contact the school for additional information or to inquire about a free introductory lesson and tour of the academy with Professor Ben.
At AJJ, you can always expect to experience our positive community that is built upon mutual respect and inclusion, professional instruction designed to help all members meet their goals, and lastly, an updated facility that is meticulously taken care of and cleaned regularly.
Year established: 2017
Additional information: Authentic Jiu Jitsu is led by Professor Ben; a second degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under fifth degree black belt Josh Russell. Benjamin’s passion for the grappling arts led him to Gracie Barra Calgary (currently JR Academy) in 2007 to learn the “gentle art”. While studying Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Ben also graduated from the University of Calgary with a degree in education (master of teaching program) and has worked in Alberta as a public school teacher. Ben is adept at blending his professional knowledge of teaching with his extensive experience in Jiu Jitsu to create an environment that is enjoyable, challenging, and designed to optimize the potential of all students.
Professor Ben has spent the past 17 years studying, training, coaching, and competing in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the local, regional, and international level, however, he is most happy witnessing his own students progress in the art and experience their own success on and off the mats.
We offer post-secondary students a 10% discount on tuition. Contact us to find out more.