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We started going to Alavanca almost six months ago, and it has been an incredibly transformative experience for our family.
I’ve seen such a noticeable improvement in my kids skills, confidence, discipline, and behaviour.
I am exceptionally grateful for Coach Murray and Professor Tim, who have been such solid pillars in my children’s development and journey. Their guidance, patience, and dedication have made such a meaningful impact on my kids.
This has been such a rewarding journey so far, we couldn’t be happier to be part of the Alavanca family!
My son is loving Alavanca’s Muay Thai class and BJJ class. He’s extremely engaged and wanting to go back everyday, even when there isn’t class! Highly recommend for kids. We are super happy with Coach Murray, Professor Tim, Coach Andres and everyone at Alavanca!
I recently joined Alavanca Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Fitness and after just a couple of days, I’m already impressed. The environment is very welcoming but still serious about training. The coaches are knowledgeable, patient, and actually take time to help you improve, no matter your level.
The gym has a strong, disciplined vibe and you can tell people here are focused on getting better. At the same time, everyone is respectful and supportive, which makes it easy to get comfortable even if you’re new. So matter what your level is, you will be comfortable and supported at all times by your coaches and peers.
Overall, great place if you’re looking to train properly and push yourself. Definitely looking forward to continuing here.
My 4-year-old attends this gym and has absolutely loved the experience. While the class sizes can be fairly large, the instructor consistently maintains excellent control and creates a positive, engaging environment for all the kids. I especially appreciate how the older children are encouraged to support and guide the younger ones—it really builds confidence and a strong sense of community.
My child is very active and truly thrives in this class. The structure provides consistency and focus, while still allowing enough flexibility for fun and creativity.
I highly recommend this gym for all children, especially those with lots of energy or who benefit from a more active, engaging environment.
We have had such a good experience at Alavanca. Tim and his team are so welcoming and friendly. They answered all my questions and calmed all my nerves. Vibes are so important for me when signing my kids up for sports and this place has chill vibes. Kind supportive coaches and a real focus on teamwork. Love it.
These are amazing gyms with quality mats! They offer many classes throughout all hours of each day allowing to fit any tight schedule! All classes are taught by incredible coaches/ professors! Definitely the gym to train at!
Tim and curt are awesome coaches. Professional, intelligent and diligent. I used to be terrified to step into a martial arts gym out of fear of rejection. Alavanca leaves the ego at the door. Great place to learn and the environment is welcoming and friendly. Clean gym and really good dudes with impeccable character who are all just looking to improve. Do not be afraid to come in if you are a first timer!
This was my second bjj gym.
The first one I felt like I belong. Professor Tim is a personal friend now and I feel like I’ve made some life long connections here.
The average attrition rate from white belt to blue is over 80% and blue to purple about the same. 8 out of 10 people I started with still so bjj, I think it’s because of how the fundamentals are built here and the culture.
*I’ve also traveled a bit and never felt like I was drowning at other gym in Canada and internationally. *
I would recommend anyone thinking of starting their journey here.
2023:
My favourite location for bjj.
Started from zero level, competed this year.
This is my place to train.
2019:
One-on-one promotion they have until sep 15, I bought it. Had my first session today with coach Brysco. I really enjoyed it.
Tim is a head coach he is amazing to deal with.
Have to say my both kids are in this club, my oldest is almost 2 years here and my youngest started too. Very good team, attentive coaches.
I made a decision to start bjj too, but hesitated for few months feeling shy to start. This is why private training felt best option for me. if you are like me take private’s. It goes on your pace and all attention is for you.
I think everyone should have skills which Jiu-Jitsu gives.
Super self défensive , full contact confidence. Opening own capacity.
Thank you Alavanka team👍
I am writing this review to express my extreme dissatisfaction with the customer service I have received regarding a recent purchase.
I received an email advertising a back-to-school sale for a 10-session kids’ punch card and purchased it without realizing that the membership was for a location in a different city. As soon as I realized the mistake, I began trying to contact alavanca to find a reasonable resolution.
For the past week, I have emailed and called multiple locations in Calgary in an attempt to speak with someone who can help. Despite my repeated efforts, I have received absolutely no response by phone or email. The only communication I continue to receive from your company is promotional emails advertising new classes and sales.
I am not asking for anything unreasonable. I am simply requesting either a refund for the unused purchase or a transfer of the membership to your Calgary location. I would expect a basic level of customer service and communication when a customer is trying to resolve a straightforward issue.
The complete lack of response over the past week is extremely disappointing and, quite frankly, is some of the worst customer service I have experienced from any business. It is particularly frustrating to continue receiving promotional emails encouraging me to spend more money with a company that has been completely unresponsive to an existing customer seeking assistance.
I hope this can be resolved quickly, but my experience so far has seriously affected my confidence in your organization and its customer service.
I look forward to receiving a response.
The owner, Tim, is known for not honouring his own cancellation policy and will continue to charge your card on file even after you've gone in person to cancel your membership. Do not recommend training here. Find a gym that remains ethical and honours their word.
DO NOT SIGN UP. Tim is really nice when you're signing up but when you can not continue to train there and request to cancel your membership, he continues to charge you. I went in person and emailed, and messaged him for months and still nothing. He owes me over $800 for months I did not step foot in any of his facilities and had requested them to stop charging my card. I'll be taking Alavanca to small claims court. Save yourself your time, money, and a hassle and a half. Tim has lied to me for months. Did not expect this from a locally owned gym.
