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Element Martial Arts Inc.
Empowering minds and bodies through martial arts discipline and community.
3.8(5 reviews)
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Traditional and modern Karate instruction focusing on technique, discipline, and meditation for all ages.
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and self-defense classes that build strength, agility, and strategic thinking.
High-energy striking arts classes to improve fitness, coordination, and combat skills.
Age-appropriate classes for children to develop confidence, respect, and physical abilities in a fun setting.
Engaging camps offering martial arts training, activities, and social opportunities for youth.
Inclusive sessions for adults and families to train together, promoting wellness and bonding.
Empowering minds and bodies through martial arts discipline and community.
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Element Martial Arts Inc. in Calgary is a premier martial arts studio offering diverse programs for all ages and skill levels. We specialize in Karate, Jujitsu, Boxing, and Muay Thai, taught by passionate instructors dedicated to building confidence, respect, and physical fitness. Our family-friendly environment fosters growth through structured classes, events, and camps, making us a hub for personal development and community connection. Whether you're a beginner or advanced practitioner, we provide a supportive space to learn and thrive.
Kung Fu with Master Pearcey is great. My whole family takes part. It's a good balance of technique, discipline, and meditation. Looking forward to trying Master Buza's class as well.
Element Martial Arts has great instruction and a good facility; however, they’re lacking in a lot of other areas, particularly communication. My son was taking karate classes and really enjoyed it for awhile, but then both him and us were expecting him to have an opportunity to advance to a new belt and the communication was really unclear. He would get his hopes up when belt testing times were communicated only to be told that he wasn’t testing. Greater incentive for young kids is needed to feel like they’re succeeding, because it just stopped being fun for him. Also, watch out for fees in the contract that aren’t initially communicated well with members. We cancelled his membership and ended up having to pay out $250. Element Martial Arts has the potential to be an excellent gym; however, these fees seem like money grabbing and it seems like it’s just not managed well. Communication really needs to improve here. I do not recommend this studio - you’re better off going elsewhere.
My son is coming to IMA since when he was 5 years old. He was very shy and quiet boy but I can see the difference in him in last 3 years. He is still quiet but very confident and much stronger with his techniques and styles. They also hosts several events for the kids that are nice sitting alternatives. They also have their spring and summer camps which is very convenient for us. I will surely recommend them for kids mental and physical improvement.
Neuro-Divergent kids need not apply If I were rating Element on the Karate program alone they would get five stars: the instructors are fantastic. They are able to run diverse classes where participants are different ages and abilities, and somehow still make themselves available before or after class if anyone needs to talk to them. The other instructors could learn a lot from the Karate instructors. My 9 year old child has ADHD and she normally brings a ton of energy and enthusiasm to class. She also bring defiance and outbursts if she doesn't understand something or is frustrated. Apparently these outbursts were happening frequently in classes other than Karate, but I had no idea until one by one the other instructors kicked her out of their classes. When 5 Elements became Element the new ownership heavily discouraged parents from remaining on the premises so I was not in the habit of staying during class. There was no way for me to know my daughter's behaviour was becoming a bigger and bigger problem until I was told she was not welcome in first Jujitsu, then Boxing and finally Muay Thai. After the first ban we did a round of occupational therapy to help my daughter control her outbursts and have been practising the techniques ever since. I thought all was well until the second two bans were issued. Again, I did not know her behaviour was still a problem because nobody told me. By the time the instructors bothered to talk to me they were so upset that they were unwilling to work together and find a solution; they instead chose to ban my daughter. Since most of the classes were no longer available to my daughter we decided to end her membership. Technically they should have charged me, since we had committed to a year, but they waived the fees without a fight. This all went down right around billing time, but they also refunded the money for the upcoming month even though it should have been too late. (This has not been confirmed by my credit card statement yet, but I am taking them at their word). This could be interpreted either as excellent customer service or the desire to get my daughter out of the dojo before I had the chance to tell the other parents how we were treated. If you are an adult, or if your child is only interested in Karate, you will do fine here. If you have an ND child interested in a variety of disciplines I would recommend you keep looking.
This place is more than just a facility where my children learn martial arts, respect, disclipne and consistency. I as a single mother, have gained irreplaceable skills as a student. Training with dedicated and passionate coaches, Sensi's, and Professor's has forever impacted my family. This place has become our home. The team there takes great care and pride in developing the skill set of each child. A place of passion, respect and community.
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