I have been training BJJ for over 10 years and have recently discovered this gym to be the most fun and welcoming group I have encountered. Awesome facility with nice details and well maintained. The professors are absolutely dope. Awesome group of folks with solid skills to share and learn from. It is also a great source for top-quality gear. Highly recommend.

I've been training at Tried And True for several months now, and I can honestly say it’s been an incredible experience. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by the friendly and supportive community. The instructors are top-notch—highly knowledgeable, patient, and always eager to help you improve, no matter your skill level. The gym itself is clean, well-equipped, and has a great atmospher... More

I've been training at Tried And True for several months now, and I can honestly say it’s been an incredible experience. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by the friendly and supportive community. The instructors are top-notch—highly knowledgeable, patient, and always eager to help you improve, no matter your skill level. The gym itself is clean, well-equipped, and has a great atmosphere for learning and growing. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced practitioner, Tried and True has something to offer. Highly recommend it to anyone looking to take their BJJ game to the next level! Less

Emily & Brad at Tried & True are 2nd to none! This is an outstanding environment with folks from all demographics, equally welcome and challenged to their appropriate level. From my experience, there’s really only one rule - no jerks allowed. I’ve visited many BJJ gyms throughout North America travelling frequently the last 6 years and this is one of the finest. Whether you are just dropping in ... More

Emily & Brad at Tried & True are 2nd to none! This is an outstanding environment with folks from all demographics, equally welcome and challenged to their appropriate level. From my experience, there’s really only one rule - no jerks allowed. I’ve visited many BJJ gyms throughout North America travelling frequently the last 6 years and this is one of the finest. Whether you are just dropping in or looking for longer term home, you will only be better because of the time you spend here. Less

I tried this gym while traveling to Calgary for work one week. (I’ve been training for years in Tulsa at Primate.) The coach Brad is excellent, and everyone was extremely welcoming. I would recommend this to anyone, from novices to more experienced practitioners, and I look forward to training with this group again!

I'm in my 50s and have been with the club for 5 years. It's a fantastic community without any douchebags. Emily and Brad are conscientious, classy and very skilled at instructing. Lots of people to roll with at all levels of skill and intensity. Also, it's clean.

When I moved to town, Tried & True was recommended to me not only for the environment, but for the technique as well. Joining this gym was the best choice I could have made. It has a wonderful community, and everyone is always welcome. 10/10. Would train here again. Do still train here.

I get the treat of training here when I am in Calgary and can't say enough good things about it. A skilful, fun, friendly and very inclusive gym run by amazing humans!

This gym is an absolute gem! Emily and Brad are incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable, making everyone feel comfortable from day one. There’s a fantastic sense of community here, and it’s clear that everyone is genuinely supportive of each other. It's more than just a place to learn jiu-jitsu or get a good workout; it's a place to enjoy a challenge while building yourself up. Highly recommend as... More

This gym is an absolute gem! Emily and Brad are incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable, making everyone feel comfortable from day one. There’s a fantastic sense of community here, and it’s clear that everyone is genuinely supportive of each other. It's more than just a place to learn jiu-jitsu or get a good workout; it's a place to enjoy a challenge while building yourself up. Highly recommend as a safe and inclusive space. Less

I took my 8 yr old granddaughter to the gym for her first time. She really enjoyed the experience. Found the other students and coaches very friendly and truly enjoyed the experience. In her words “papa I made a new friend tonight “ highly recommend this gym for anyone interested in trying something new in a truly inviting and supportive environment

Tried and True Jiu Jitsu is AMAZING. If you are looking for amazing Jiu Jitsu with an overwhelmingly positive culture and vibe, look no further. What started off as a place for myself to train once or twice a week, has grown to become my family's second home [myself, my wife and my daughter are there 4 to 6 times per week now!] and I would not have it any other way. Academy Owners: I cannot sa... More

Tried and True Jiu Jitsu is AMAZING. If you are looking for amazing Jiu Jitsu with an overwhelmingly positive culture and vibe, look no further. What started off as a place for myself to train once or twice a week, has grown to become my family's second home [myself, my wife and my daughter are there 4 to 6 times per week now!] and I would not have it any other way. Academy Owners: I cannot say enough nice things about Professor Emily and Professor Brad. Overall amazing human beings, amazing Jiu Jitsu instructors, and amazing Jiu Jitsu practitioners. You are not going to find two more amazing human beings running a Jiu Jitsu academy. Facilities: Top notch and amazing. Always enough parking. Nice lounge area. Ample facilities including private bathrooms & large change rooms. Lots of space to chill [off the matted space] between rounds or if you are a spectator. Amazing large mat space with a LEGIT sprung floor! Top of the line grappling mats, & top of the line wall mats. Like heaven to roll on! Most importantly, it is CLEAN and scrubbed down daily! Instruction and Class structure: top notch and high level. Caters to everyone. Frequently run “Intro” classes. Regularly scheduled classes are accessible to beginners, so regardless of what class you go to, rest assured you will be well taken care of [you will not be thrown into the proverbial deep end to fend for yourself]. Fundamentals, intermediate and advanced level teaching. Dedicated fundamentals classes are attended by all skill levels. Regular scheduled classes are tailored to those in attendance. Instructors are able to teach to multiple skill levels in the room and ensure that everyone gets something out of class regardless of experience. Class structure focuses on teaching with lots of time for questions, reps [technique without resistance], drilling [working on a technique with resistance] and troubleshooting. Class is handled by instructors that take care of you, meet you where you are at, and just want to help you succeed at Jiu Jitsu. Appropriate amount of time is allotted for drilling to help expedite the learning process. After class [typically about an hour] there is ALWAYS time for rolling. You can roll as much or as little as you want. If you are not up for rolling on a given day, all good! You want to do a couple rounds of drilling and a couple of rounds rolling, all good! If you want to get 8 hard rounds in for competition preparation, all good! Whatever your goal for the day, Tried & True Jiu Jitsu has got you covered! Most importantly, Tried & True Jiu Jitsu fosters a SAFE training environment. You do not have to worry about people cranking submissions or trying to hurt you. I do not know about you, but I have to work the next day, so it is amazing to be able to get some hard competitive rolls in, but still be able to get out of bed and go to work the next morning. Everyone looks out for each other and takes care of each other [on and off the mats]. Level of experience: Excellent range of experience & belt levels. Every belt color of belt with various levels of experience are represented on the mat. Could not ask for a more diverse group and this is amazing from a learner perspective. Type of training: Regardless of your training goals, Tried & True Jiu Jitsu has got you covered. Looking to get in shape, learn a martial art, compete in grappling competitions, become a well-rounded martial artist and/or just work on becoming a better human being, Tried & True Jiu Jitsu has got you covered! Atmosphere: The most inclusive academy atmosphere I have ever experienced. Everyone at this club is a decent human being and treats others the way they want to be treated. This has resulted in the most welcoming inclusive academy that I have ever been a part of. Every possible type of person is represented, and all are welcomed. There is a reason I feel comfortable at Tried & True Jiu Jitsu and the atmosphere created is the reason both my wife and daughter are now full immersed in Jiu Jitsu as well! Ryan Iwasiw Less

I've been training here since almost their beginning and have enjoyed it immensely. It is inclusive to whatever level of BJJ you are looking for and they take the time to help you along your journey as an individual. I'm a gearhead mechanic type that would loose my income if I got seriously injured but aside from the normal bumps and bruises that happen along the way, I have been able to train ... More

I've been training here since almost their beginning and have enjoyed it immensely. It is inclusive to whatever level of BJJ you are looking for and they take the time to help you along your journey as an individual. I'm a gearhead mechanic type that would loose my income if I got seriously injured but aside from the normal bumps and bruises that happen along the way, I have been able to train hard and still make it to work. If you are new to BJJ I can't recommend this team enough and if you are a long time roller, get in here. Less

Best gym in Calgary, hands down. I started training here last year. I was looking for a gym offering women’s classes as it’s important for me to have people my size to roll with and emailed them as I noticed they had women’s only on Wednesdays. I knew it was the right gym when I was told they’re not running that class anymore, because there are always plenty of women in every class. Awesome vibes... More

Best gym in Calgary, hands down. I started training here last year. I was looking for a gym offering women’s classes as it’s important for me to have people my size to roll with and emailed them as I noticed they had women’s only on Wednesdays. I knew it was the right gym when I was told they’re not running that class anymore, because there are always plenty of women in every class. Awesome vibes, good laughs, amazing coaches, supportive team, made friends from all walks of life. I always feel safe to roll with everyone, even with the biggest guys, as a smaller, female white belt. No pressure to compete, but if you want to, you’ll get solid support and great energy from the coaches and the team in tournaments too. Worth noting this is a more “mature” gym - most people are blue belt up (including the women) and white belts tend to stick around, unlike many gyms where you’ll see masses of white belts coming and going and quitting after a few months. If you’re shopping around for a BJJ gym, make sure to try a class here . Less

Hands down the best jiu-jitsu training experience I've ever had. T&t is a very welcoming community where I feel comfortable being myself. I know I can always come in here and get solid rounds with some excellent training partners. Coach Emily and Brad both give comprehensive instruction for both gi and no-gi and I always love having the opportunity to pick their minds about anything I might have ... More

Hands down the best jiu-jitsu training experience I've ever had. T&t is a very welcoming community where I feel comfortable being myself. I know I can always come in here and get solid rounds with some excellent training partners. Coach Emily and Brad both give comprehensive instruction for both gi and no-gi and I always love having the opportunity to pick their minds about anything I might have questions about. This is an easy 5 stars and I would highly recommend this gym to anyone whether they're experienced or brand new to the sport. Less

Such a great gym. Emily and Brad are great teachers. The team is great. I love this place.

Best gym in Calgary! I love the instruction from a world champion , but above all I love the people and the community that the gym fosters.

Great community and awesome martial arts to boot.

Emily and Brad are the best coaches in Calgary. Check them out!

Came down from Ponoka for a seminar. Had an amazing experience. Everyone is super nice and friendly. Awesome facility!!

I have always wanted to take some form of martial arts but couldn't decide on one. When my colleague Gord invited me to come to check out Tried & True I was hesistant at first but finally decided to do a drop-in at the end of 2023. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu can be quite intimidating especially for a person who has little to no experience in martial arts. However my experience with Tried & True has bee... More

I have always wanted to take some form of martial arts but couldn't decide on one. When my colleague Gord invited me to come to check out Tried & True I was hesistant at first but finally decided to do a drop-in at the end of 2023. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu can be quite intimidating especially for a person who has little to no experience in martial arts. However my experience with Tried & True has been very positive since day one. Professors Emily, Brad, and Ryan and everyone else in the team are down to Earth and overall great people. There is no ego in the gym, just people who are interested in their own personal growth and the growth of others around them. I love how everyone comes from different backgrounds and life stages and you are always learning from each other and making friends. Come and be part of this awesome community! Less

This review is for the kids program, but I’ll say that the adults (men and women) who roll here are a pretty awesome crew. People train hard, it’s an inclusive and ego free space and there is a community that supports each other. Our boys have had an incredible experience under the instruction of Emily, Brad, Marlene and the team. They have learned boundaries, communication skills, body awarenes... More

This review is for the kids program, but I’ll say that the adults (men and women) who roll here are a pretty awesome crew. People train hard, it’s an inclusive and ego free space and there is a community that supports each other. Our boys have had an incredible experience under the instruction of Emily, Brad, Marlene and the team. They have learned boundaries, communication skills, body awareness and respect. They roll with kids of all genders, sizes, ages and skill levels and it’s taught them to push themselves and to be humble. Will also share that it’s easy to get to, has parking, is clean and spacious, and has change rooms, bathrooms and benches for spectators. I highly recommend this gym and am grateful we are part of the community. Less

I've been training at Tried & True for a little over two years now, and this place has essentially become my second family. The environment is fun, with a lot of friendly people and a diverse variety of skill levels to train with. The sense of community in this gym is unlike any other, and the Jiu Jitsu is top-notch. Brad and Emily are excellent coaches who will definitely help you add new techni... More

I've been training at Tried & True for a little over two years now, and this place has essentially become my second family. The environment is fun, with a lot of friendly people and a diverse variety of skill levels to train with. The sense of community in this gym is unlike any other, and the Jiu Jitsu is top-notch. Brad and Emily are excellent coaches who will definitely help you add new techniques to your "Jiu Jitsu toolbox" to improve your game. If the coaches take a liking to you, just make sure you have strong, stable wrists—wristlocks are plentiful and encouraged. :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 :3 Less

Aight LISTEN UP. If you're looking for a Jiu Jitsu gym to join in Calgary, look no further. This is THE Jiu Jitsu gym to be at. First things first, the coaches are actually so awesome and funny and great teachers. Secondly, I'm a young woman, so having a gym to train at where myself and other women can feel totally comfortable, safe, and welcomed is a big deal-- and this place checks those boxes ... More

Aight LISTEN UP. If you're looking for a Jiu Jitsu gym to join in Calgary, look no further. This is THE Jiu Jitsu gym to be at. First things first, the coaches are actually so awesome and funny and great teachers. Secondly, I'm a young woman, so having a gym to train at where myself and other women can feel totally comfortable, safe, and welcomed is a big deal-- and this place checks those boxes off. There is a big group of ladies there who I love working with... LOVE TO SEE IT!! The whole place is super clean, every single person I've met here has been kind, supportive and easy to get along with, and I've learned so much since I first joined. Having a real solid community makes all the difference for real. The energy here is always upbeat and never fails to put me in a good mood. I can guarantee you that if you're 100% new to the Jiu Jitsu game and wanna try it out, even if you're shy, socially awkward and a little weird (like me), or unsure, you'll walk out with a positive experience. Same goes for long-time BJJ athletes too. Not sponsored btw. Less

My daughter and I moved into the area a few years ago and were looking for a new club to join. We tried several in town, and had ok experiences. We came from a really great academy and had high hopes of finding something similar and lucked out when we came across Tried & True. We tried 1 class and loved it right away. The atmosphere was very chill, and the people were very welcoming. The quality ... More

My daughter and I moved into the area a few years ago and were looking for a new club to join. We tried several in town, and had ok experiences. We came from a really great academy and had high hopes of finding something similar and lucked out when we came across Tried & True. We tried 1 class and loved it right away. The atmosphere was very chill, and the people were very welcoming. The quality of instruction was top notch and Coaches Emily and Brad are very patient (and hilarious). There are lots of women partners for my daughter to train with which is great. The techniques are legit. The facility is VERY clean and the mats are top quality. You want to roll with competitors, no problem. There multiple black belts and everything right down to new white belts. Are you brand new and just want to get in shape and learn some self defense, no problem. If you are looking for a fantastic club to join, or are visiting Calgary and looking to drop in, hit them up. You won't regret it. Less

Awesome gym that fosters a welcoming atmosphere for everyone. Really fun and smiley gym to train in, welcoming anyone from anywhere, with a really strong sense of community. Also has a wide variety of coaching as well, I'm able to learn a lot of different skills from a lot of different extremely valuable skillsets, which has also been a strong asset to my abilities as a grappler.

The Tried & True mats have the perfect balance of fun rolling and high resistance presser testing. Coming in as a total beginner (almost 2 years ago), the atmosphere was welcoming and I was given a great base to build on. Professors Brad and Emily offer awesome in depth lessons and breakdowns. I can't recommend this place enough!

The most open and positive gym culture I've seen anywhere in the world. The facility has lots of mat space. This makes it a great space to train for anyone, of any experience level.

I visited Tried and True while visiting from Niagara Falls Ontario. Two of my friends are members there and have always said good things. Everyone was very welcoming with a very chill vibe in the room. I attended an hour class with Emily(blackbelt) covering some back position and submission details that were great. Then we had an hour open roll after the class and had some killer rounds with two ... More

I visited Tried and True while visiting from Niagara Falls Ontario. Two of my friends are members there and have always said good things. Everyone was very welcoming with a very chill vibe in the room. I attended an hour class with Emily(blackbelt) covering some back position and submission details that were great. Then we had an hour open roll after the class and had some killer rounds with two blackbelts a brown belt and two blue belts. All good technical rounds. The mats and dojo were high quality as well! Highly recommend for anyone looking to train or visit! Ossss Less

This gym is literally my family’s second home. Our 3 kids started Jiu Jitsu here and now both my husband and I train too. Being a small woman (barely 5”1), I really appreciate how there are always a number of women to train with in class. The higher belts are happy to roll with you and give you pointers. Coach Emily, Brad and Ryan do a fantastic job fostering an environment where you can learn gr... More

This gym is literally my family’s second home. Our 3 kids started Jiu Jitsu here and now both my husband and I train too. Being a small woman (barely 5”1), I really appreciate how there are always a number of women to train with in class. The higher belts are happy to roll with you and give you pointers. Coach Emily, Brad and Ryan do a fantastic job fostering an environment where you can learn great Jiu Jitsu in a friendly, relaxed setting. Less

I started jiu jitsu fairly late and after finding Tried and True I really wish I had started sooner! The community is amazing, Professors Emily & Brad are amazing, and the wrist locks are free! I’ve got two of my kids in the kids program and they’re always excited to go! Cannot recommend this place enough!

Tried & True is an amazing gym and community. Everyone is so welcoming and friendly. The coaches are skilled practitioners and great teachers. It’s a fun, clean place to train!

Amazing training environment with a strong sense of community. I joined Tried & True knowing nothing about bjj, but the teaching style of all the coaches has always been clear and easy to follow. From my first class, I have always felt welcome and quickly knew it was where I belong. Helpful coaches, cool people, and tough rolls. Doesn’t get better than this.

Awesome gym and super welcoming environment!

My son and his friend attended once a week here for a year and it was a great experience. The boys loved it but moved on to other sports. Supportive coaches, welcoming environment and quality instruction. If you’re looking for a place to train or just learn BJJ from scratch this is your spot. Big recommend.

Good rolls, great teachers, warm community. Would recommend.

I consider myself fortunate to have been able to teach a seminar here. You can feel the positive energy the moment you walk in the door. A clean and well kept facility, where everyone is smiling and having a good time learning the gentle art . I would encourage anyone visiting the area to visit and connect with these wonderful people.

Excellent gym, feel extremely safe and welcomed as a petite woman. Techniques are explained clearly & in memorable ways by all the coaches. Community is so strong, have made so many friends there from all walks of life, yet everyone is kind, supportive & respectful. It’s definitely worth trying a free class. Super useful life skill to be learning for self defence. I started as a complete beginner... More

Excellent gym, feel extremely safe and welcomed as a petite woman. Techniques are explained clearly & in memorable ways by all the coaches. Community is so strong, have made so many friends there from all walks of life, yet everyone is kind, supportive & respectful. It’s definitely worth trying a free class. Super useful life skill to be learning for self defence. I started as a complete beginner, but all levels and belts are well represented. Less

I’ve trained at several BJJ gyms and this was by far the best experience I’ve had. Everyone is so welcoming, great instruction, and a more relaxed vibe overall. Can’t recommend enough!

I drive from Red Deer just to train at this gym. Highly recommend!

I’ve been going to T&T since 2020 and to say it’s been a positive influence on my life is an understatement. Brad, Emily and the entire team are amazing. It’s the best place to learn BJJ.

Great environment to learn jiu jitsu for the first time. I felt safe and comfortable. Would definitely recommend if you’re a woman or intimidated by trying such a hands on environment for the first time.

I love the community at this gym! It is a very welcoming, fun and encouraging environment - and the best part? I feel safe there. And I feel like this is huge for being a woman in a male dominated sport. I’d definitely recommend trying it out!! Added bonus? Tried & True is LGBTQ2S++ affirming. Love to see it.

Tried & True has been the perfect gym to start Bjj. Brad, Emily and their team present a wide range of skill and knowledge when teaching. The members of the gym and welcoming and provide some great rolls. Doesnt matter if you're brand new or an experienced belt, this gym is great!

I’ve trained there a few times and rolled with quite a few people from the gym! Clean well managed facility and the people are absolutely great! The instruction is fantastic. The whole group treated us like we were part of their gym. If you’re in the area or looking for a place to train in Calgary I highly recommend this gym!

What an amazing group of great people led by the best humans you’re ever going to meet. Do not underestimate the skill and ability of this club. Although they are polite savages, this is a very welcoming and inclusive environment. One of my favorite places to visit and train. Professor Emily is one of my most favorite souls ever and never seems to pass on the opportunity of finding a wrist lock o... More

What an amazing group of great people led by the best humans you’re ever going to meet. Do not underestimate the skill and ability of this club. Although they are polite savages, this is a very welcoming and inclusive environment. One of my favorite places to visit and train. Professor Emily is one of my most favorite souls ever and never seems to pass on the opportunity of finding a wrist lock on me😈 (well…I deserve it for not paying attention😂). Go visit, have a great training session and buy some gear from one of the best BCkimonos. Highly recommend. Less

Great place for anyone to train. One of the most welcoming gyms in the city. Super clean and well run. Professor Emily is an amazing person and loves a good wrist lock.

Great Instruction and ever better people. I would trust sending any friend or loved one to Emily and Brad.

Hands down the best BJJ gym with the best coaches. Fair prices, great environment and community, no-nonsense guidance and small class sizes. You can't go wrong with it. Take one free class and find out if it's for you!

I can't say enough good things about Tried & True. From the moment I walked in, I knew I had found a special place. The atmosphere is incredibly welcoming and inclusive, making it easy for both beginners and experienced practitioners to feel right at home. What sets this gym apart is the sense of community. Fellow members are friendly, supportive, and always willing to help each other grow. Ther... More

I can't say enough good things about Tried & True. From the moment I walked in, I knew I had found a special place. The atmosphere is incredibly welcoming and inclusive, making it easy for both beginners and experienced practitioners to feel right at home. What sets this gym apart is the sense of community. Fellow members are friendly, supportive, and always willing to help each other grow. There are no egos here, so whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned practitioner, you'll find training partners who are eager to help you improve. The camaraderie among members creates a positive and motivating environment that keeps you coming back for more. Head Coach Emily is a multiple IBJJF medallist and is incredibly knowledgeable in her instruction, while Coach Brad is an invaluable resource who will help you succeed. Rest assured the quality of lessons and the fundamentals and techniques you will learn is top notch. The combination of skilled instructors, excellent facilities, and a supportive community make Tried & True worth checking out. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone interested in learning Jiu Jitsu or searching for a new gym. You won't regret it! Less

Amazing gym with top level instructors! Incredibly welcoming vibe I really enjoyed my time there!

Coach Emily and Coach Brad have created a truly magical environment here at T&T. I hope you come to a class and experience it for yourself.

Great team, great teachers, great students. One of the best gyms in the city, lead by one of Alberta's greatest BJJ competitors, Emily. OSSS 👊👊👊

Did a drop in tonight since our gym is on a 2 week hiatus. What a welcoming environment. Everyone was smiling and laughing. The instructors did a great job explaining the techniques. When it came to rolling, nobody is trying to rip your head off. People are just focussed on doing moves. I will be back to train for sure.

This place is AWESOME! I just moved to Calgary from Toronto and was looking for a place to train. Back in Ontario, I trained in some of the largest and most successful gyms in Canada so I had pretty high standards. Tried & True surpassed what I was looking for! The coaching team and staff: both Emily and Brad are extremely down to earth, courteous, reasonable, knowledgable and funny. They make c... More

This place is AWESOME! I just moved to Calgary from Toronto and was looking for a place to train. Back in Ontario, I trained in some of the largest and most successful gyms in Canada so I had pretty high standards. Tried & True surpassed what I was looking for! The coaching team and staff: both Emily and Brad are extremely down to earth, courteous, reasonable, knowledgable and funny. They make class a lot less daunting and welcoming for everyone The community: a good mix of different belt types that know to be patient with white belts and let them figure their game out. I love rolling with the people here and find it very easy to make new friends The prices: extremely reasonable. Everything is just so fair, welcoming and fun, that it makes no sense not to go here. Super recommend this place! Less

Just had my first class and I only have positive things to say. All instructors are very accommodating and understanding of new people looking to get started with BJJ. Masters of their trade yet humble and approachable.

Amazing community and training environment!! All of the coaches are excellent and there is a diverse array of training partners to roll with. The vibe is chill, safe, and accepting of people from all walks of life. I would recommend Tried and True to anyone looking to start or continue their jiu jitsu journey. Whether you want to compete or just start a new hobby you’ll find a place here. There a... More

Amazing community and training environment!! All of the coaches are excellent and there is a diverse array of training partners to roll with. The vibe is chill, safe, and accepting of people from all walks of life. I would recommend Tried and True to anyone looking to start or continue their jiu jitsu journey. Whether you want to compete or just start a new hobby you’ll find a place here. There are also a lot of women in every class, so if you’re looking for a less male-dominated gym to train BJJ this is the place for you! Less

Dropped in for a week from out of town and had a great time. Super friendly and welcoming atmosphere, and great people.

This place has amazing instructors and fantastic teammates to learn from. Very technical jiu jitsu without the intense atmosphere. I'd give 6 out of 5 stars if I could.

Don't be shy to have this lady teach you jiu jitsu and don't cry when she taps you because she is a beast and knows her stuff

I've been to other BJJ gyms, but the instructions here are the best by far. Emily and Brad have created a fantastic learning environment and truly care about both your physical and mental well being. This is the place to be if you want to learn and have a great time while doing it!

Great gym, great coaches, great crew. Come roll 🤟

They are killers.

Great centrally located little gym with a lot of character. The coaches are fun, skilled and easy to communicate with. Lots of lessons and classes throughout the week. Free trial with no strings for you to feel it out. They were understanding, accommodating and quick with updates during the covid closures. My kids love it and are always excited to go. If only I had more time to take them all 3 ti... More

Great centrally located little gym with a lot of character. The coaches are fun, skilled and easy to communicate with. Lots of lessons and classes throughout the week. Free trial with no strings for you to feel it out. They were understanding, accommodating and quick with updates during the covid closures. My kids love it and are always excited to go. If only I had more time to take them all 3 times of the week they offer for the kids classes. Keep up the great work guys. We hope to stick with you for the long run. 👍 Less

Emily is an amazing teacher and her students are some of the coolest people around.

I have been training at Tried and True since 2021. Since coming to this gym and training under Professor Emily and Brad. I have seen a big change and improvement in my Jiu-Jitsu skill set. In addition, I have seen a positive impact on how I view myself and my Jiu-Jitsu skills. The Tried and True team is friendly, welcoming, and safe. I highly recommend this gym to anyone who might be starting th... More

I have been training at Tried and True since 2021. Since coming to this gym and training under Professor Emily and Brad. I have seen a big change and improvement in my Jiu-Jitsu skill set. In addition, I have seen a positive impact on how I view myself and my Jiu-Jitsu skills. The Tried and True team is friendly, welcoming, and safe. I highly recommend this gym to anyone who might be starting their Jiu-Jitsu journey or has been training for some time. Come and join the CULT... I mean the Tried and True family. Less

Absolutely amazing loving every second. Props to Brad for killing it!

Came in with zero experience , coach Emily and Brad were great , Coach Emily is a beast , and would give us extra time on the mats after class to reinforce what we had learned earlier . I had to move to another city and miss this place , and the folks that are Tried and true JJ

I have my two daughters and son in here and they love every minute of it. We finally found a sport that all three kids enjoy, have committed to, and see progression. It's all thanks to Coach Emily and Brad, who are amazing and make such a good team teaching, motivating and having fun with the kids! I can't recommend them enough!

Super chill, excellent instruction and great rolling!

I had a bad experience at different gym and quickly quit the sport. I was quickly convinced by my spouse that this gym was different. This gym is now a huge part of my life. This gym has helped me build friendships and learn things about myself that I never would have otherwise. The sense of community that has been built is amazing, it’s a treasure to be part of it. I would invite anyone and eve... More

I had a bad experience at different gym and quickly quit the sport. I was quickly convinced by my spouse that this gym was different. This gym is now a huge part of my life. This gym has helped me build friendships and learn things about myself that I never would have otherwise. The sense of community that has been built is amazing, it’s a treasure to be part of it. I would invite anyone and everyone to come visit us and expand our loving circle. Emily and Brad our black belt professors, treat everyone like family and teach their heart and soul on the mats. I’ve been training here as a female for years now and it only gets better. If you want a comfortable place to train and learn, this is a place for everyone!!! Less

Best wrist locks in town, hands down.

We had an amazing first lesson with Emily at Tried & True this afternoon. My 6 year-old is over the moon with everything he learned! He even slept in his new Gi tonight! 😂 Can’t wait for the next lesson!

My journey on the path of a martial artist would not be complete without this Gym ! It is my church my brotherhood my family! I needed a place to feel safe and to be able to learn and tried and true was that and more. I am so grateful for this place. Thank you

World class instructor. Amazing training partners. Clean, well run gym.

Excellent training and minutes from the downtown core!

My kids love it! We are so glad to have such a great place in our neighbourhood. Coach Emily and coach Brad are kind and patient and really know how to keep the kids engaged. Looking forward to heading into competing in the future!

Really enjoyed my early morning class. Great crew!

Great spot for a Jiu Jitsu club! Instructor is top notch. Will definitely go back.

Good coaches and great environment to let your children blossom into

Train Jiu Jitsu with a World Champion in the heart of Bridgeland.

The owners are incredibly friendly, professional, and courteous. They provided a wealth of information regarding their classes and training they provide. I will definitely be signing up for classes!