4411 Hastings St, Burnaby, BC V5C 2K1, Canada
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Great place great teachers, very nice mats
I’ve been training here for a few months now and can honestly say I’ve never experienced such a supportive environment. From the instructors to the students, the energy here is soulmazing, it really trickles down through everyone. You definitely get challenged and pushed (in the best way) but at the same time, always supported. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to keep showing up, improving and being part of the community.
Dropped in for a class while visiting town and had a great time. Excellent instruction, fun and competitive rolls, and a friendly atmosphere. I will be back for sure.
I’ve had a great experience training at this Budo Burnaby for a couple years now, and it genuinely feels like one of those rare places where everyone belongs. Whether you’re brand new to jiu jitsu or training with competitive goals, the environment is welcoming, supportive, and focused on real learning. Coach Mike Hansen and Coach Uriel Lopez are both incredibly attentive teachers. They break things down clearly, pay attention to details, and take the time to help you understand not just what to do, but why it works. You can tell they care about each person’s progress, regardless of experience level. What really stands out most is the culture. The gym is friendly and respectful. People train hard and look out for each other, which makes it easy to stay consistent and keep improving. It’s a place where you can challenge yourself, learn at your own pace, and actually enjoy showing up to train. Highly recommend for anyone looking for solid instruction and a genuinely positive training environment.
I have been training at Budo for over 3 years. Not just great martial arts, but a great community of amazing people from all walks of life. I have made some amazing friends while learning from top instructors who live, and breath BJJ. Great for beginners, casual trainers, and more serious competitors. There is a great group of women who train regularly and have classes just for the ladies. I am in my 50s and feel more and more invigorated to train in this safe and welcoming environment.
Whether you're brand new to jiu-jitsu or have been training for decades, I can't recommend Budo enough. The coaches are fantastic and genuinely care about your individual goals—whether that's competing, getting in shape, or simply expanding your knowledge. They'll take the time to guide you in the right direction. Budo is also filled with great training partners who share the same supportive, ego-free mindset as the coaches. Great gym, great people! Come check it out!
Budo is a place to start anyone's martial arts journey (or lifestyle) whether you are completely new, returning students, or someone who is looking for cross training. The gym has a friendly and approachable atmosphere where people are willing to share knowledge and advance to the next level together. The jiujitsu (gi and nogi) class is structured on both fundamentals and intermediate/ advance levels, then you can test yourself during rolling. The Muaythai and kickboxing is structured for beginners and intermediate/ advance too where the techniques learned develops throughout sessions. It is an asset to train with Mike, Uriel, Keon, Josh, and Tristan. Overall, it is a positive impact and experience to have while training at Budo.
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