Elemental Jiu Jitsu

Elemental Jiu Jitsu was built around a teaching philosophy that foregrounds fundamentals, positional control and practical timing — an approach Jason McDonald brings from decades of judo and competitive BJJ experience. Jason began training in a high‑school judo club in Japan in 1999, earned a second‑degree black belt in judo, continued his development at Minoru Dojo in Parkdale and later transitioned into Brazilian jiu-jitsu competition and coaching. That lineage shows in class structure: drills that prioritise balance, kuzushi and escapes feed directly into live positional sparring and technique rounds. Classes are split for kids and adults, with curriculum and pacing adjusted for each group. Kids sessions focus on movement, basic grips and safe falling alongside age-appropriate games; adult classes emphasise core positions, submissions and escapes with timed drilling and controlled rolling to test concepts. The site also notes a women-only specialty class, reflecting an intention to provide targeted training environments. Elemental Jiu Jitsu operates from 845 Westney Road South, Unit 4 in Ajax and lists contact by phone (416‑797‑9107) and email (info@elementaljj.com). The academy describes BJJ on its materials as a ground‑focused martial art with historical ties to Kodokan judo ne‑waza and the Gracie adaptations, and offers a trial class sign-up for those who want to see the teaching approach in practice.

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