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:

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.
Instructor with The BJJ Program (Donnan Elementary School and Vimy Ridge Academy) for the last 8 years.
Self-Defense instructor for EMS and First Responders.
BJJ Instructor at Complete Fitness and Martial Arts.

Bernadette Jeneroux

Head Coach of Women's Camp and Assistant Youth BJJ Coach

Coaching credentials

16+ years of martial arts training
10+ years of Muay Thai experience
Youth class coach at Ludus
Leader of Women's only camps
Junior High school teacher
Runs a Jiu-Jitsu club at her school

Achievements

PURPLE BELT in BJJ
Key driving force behind the Youth program and growth of women's only camps
Builds confidence, discipline, and resilience in youth and adult students
Creates a supportive, inclusive environment for women and kids to learn martial arts
Delivers engaging instruction in self defence and core martial arts fundamentals

PROFESSOR ANDREW GUMMER

Gi Instructor

Coaching credentials

Training in martial arts since 2005
Black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (2012)
Second degree Black belt (2018)

Achievements

BLACK BELT in BJJ
Creates an inclusive and safe training environment for all students
Adapts teaching to multiple learning styles and ability levels
Ensures no student is overlooked, focusing on individual development
Breaks down techniques so all body types can learn, apply and succeed in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

HASSAN SHATY

Kickboxing Coach

Coaching credentials

13 years of experience across judo, BJJ & Muay Thai
Completed a coaches program under CSW Erik Paulson

Achievements

2x gold medalist in Judo
3x gold medalist in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
6x gold medalist in Muay Thai

TIM HARACSI

Assistant Youth MMA and Kickboxing Coach

Coaching credentials

10+ years experience across multiple martial arts disciplines
ISSA certified personal trainer specializing in Strength and Conditioning, Body Building.
Certified Fitness Alberta Professional
Attended multiple seminars and training in Thailand.

Achievements

Competed in tournaments including WKA Canadian National Championships, Muay Thai World Cup, and Unified MMA
Blue belt in BJJ
Gold medalist in Muay Thai & BJJ
Muay Thai World Cup silver medalist