Coaches
The Greatest Gift A Teacher Can Receive Is the Ability to Pass on The Arts
Our staff consists of a team of professional martial artists dedicated to providing quality student service. Many of our instructors hold titles and awards from national and international competitions, but more importantly, they are passionate about teaching and dedicated to the success of each individual student. We understand the critical role our instructors play in the development of our students which is why only the most professional and highly qualified instructors are hired.
JUSTIN SANDER
Head Coach
Justin Sander, founder and owner of The Ludus Martial Arts Academy is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) with over 10 years of combined experience in BJJ, Mixed Martial Arts, and Wrestling. He has competed in competitions all over North America including Ultimate Mat Warriors (under EBI rules), King of the Cage, and World Series of Fighting.
Justin has coached a variety of successful programs such as:
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Implemented and coached the Jiu-Jitsu programs at The Little Sweatshop where he was the head coach for four years. Programs included: Teddy Bear Jitz, Kids BJJ, Adult Fundamental BJJ, Competitive/Advanced Adult BJJ, and Women's only classes and camps.
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Instructor with The BJJ Program (Donnan Elementary School and Vimy Ridge Academy) for the last 3 years.
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Self-Defense instructor for EMS and First Responders.
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BJJ Instructor at Complete Fitness and Martial Arts.
VICTORIA FORTIN
Kids BJJ Instructor
Coaching credentials
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Coach for the Kids & youth bjj class
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Taught martial arts to schools such as OLPH, St.Teresa’s catholic school, & Kitaskinaw school
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Assisted with self defence classes for indigenous women
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Achievements
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BLUE BELT in BJJ
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Canadian National Wrestling Championships gold medalist and U19 female most Outstanding wrestler
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Jiu Jitsu Con Gold medalist
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Competed at IBJJF Gi & Nogi worlds
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International competitor and medalist
JARRAD LADOUCEUR
6 a.m Coach
Coaching credentials
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8 years of training experience
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Mind Body Soul
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CBJJF
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True North Grappling
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Submission Series
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CLBJJ
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Grappling Industries
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Achievements
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PURPLE BELT in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
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Placed/Medaled in Gi and NoGi at the above listed competitions
HASSAN SHATY
Kickboxing Coach
Coaching credentials
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13 years of experience across judo, BJJ & Muay Thai
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Completed a coaches program under CSW Erik Paulson
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Achievements
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2x gold medalist in Judo
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3x gold medalist in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
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6x gold medalist in Muay Thai
TIM HARACSI
Youth MMA Coach
Coaching credentials
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10+ years experience across multiple martial arts disciplines
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ISSA certified personal trainer specializing in Strength and Conditioning, Body Building
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Attended multiple seminars and training in Thailand.
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Achievements
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Competed in tournaments including WKA Canadian National Championships, Muay Thai World Cup, and Unified MMA
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Blue belt in BJJ
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Gold medalist in Muay Thai & BJJ
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Muay Thai World Cup silver medalist