Posener's Pankration/MMA and Muay Thai
Phone: (604) 255-5344
Address: 3163 Kingsway Vancouver, BC V5R 5K2
Email: pankration@shaw.ca
BJJ Training is Part of Our MMA Classes
Posener’s Pankration/MMA teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) as a core part of our grappling-focused training system. With more than 37 years of teaching (at the time of this writing) in Vancouver, we're one of the city’s pioneering martial arts schools with world-class instruction. We’ve refined our No-Gi BJJ program to help students build real-world grappling skill, build confidence, personal growth, and a deep understanding of the art.
Our BJJ training emphasizes effective techniques drawn from No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu and submission wrestling, takedowns, positional control, transitions, submissions, and the strategies that tie everything together. We train for self-defense, fitness, competition, or developing mental discipline. No matter your goals, our approach is the same which helps you evolve at your own pace while strengthening your confidence on and off the mats.
Guided by a long-standing traditional philosophy of technical excellence and personal development, we constantly refine our curriculum to help each student reach their highest-level and full potential. Our Our MMA classes Vancouver blend structured learning with controlled techniques, integrating Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a foundational part of our grappling curriculum.
Experience BJJ training in our MMA classes at Posener’s Pankration/MMA - A training academy committed to your growth!
Other Training Programs
Our MMA classes offer a full range of skills emphasizing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and transitions from clinching to ground work incorporating ground and pound tactics.
We offer Kids programs, including complete beginner Martial Arts classes, Kickboxing training, and specialized MMA training for those looking to expand their skill set beyond No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu. Students who want additional Gi-based Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training can take advantage of our Joint Club Discount through our partner school, Budo Vancouver Jiu Jitsu, giving them access to even more opportunities to learn and grow.
What is Jiu-Jitsu?
Jiu-Jitsu is often translated as ‘The Gentle Art’. Judo is translated as the ‘Gentle Way’. These translations are not fully descriptive of these arts. Jiu Jitsu is often thought of as an art the uses throws, holds, and submissions to subdue an opponent. The ‘Jitsu’ suffix following the prefix ‘Ju’ refers to a more fighting orientation for combat effectiveness. The ‘do’ suffix translates to the art being a ‘way’ of life, and a combination of fighting skills and personal development skills. Of course, there is a blending of these perspectives in actual practice and application. Both ‘Jitsu’ and ‘Do’ have combative, personal development and sport objectives. We also have a goal of developing the combative and personal development skills to the highest levels.
My personal background, which started 46 years ago, at the time of this writing, employed a mixed style approach, which included Japanese Jiu Jitsu, which had a self-defense orientation. We do employ some of those tactics. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an evolution of the Japanese method to be more effective in free fighting. We always give respect to the origins of the arts.
Vancouver Jiu-Jitsu for MMA Classes
Our Vancouver Jiu-Jitsu for MMA classes provide a focused way to build real No-Gi grappling skill. Training covers essential BJJ techniques such as takedowns, positional control, escapes, transitions, and submissions, practiced through structured drills and controlled live training. Students develop balance, timing, build a community while sharpening overall fitness and mobility.
Each class includes constant movement with warm-ups, partner technique work, situational rounds, and progressive sparring to help you apply what you’ve learned safely and effectively. Our goal is to help you grow and gain confidence and help you improve your skills.
Learn about our Vancouver Jiu Jitsu Classes for MMA
Kids Jiu-Jitsu Vancouver for MMA Classes
Our Kids Jiu-Jitsu classes for MMA offer a fun way for children to learn practical No-Gi BJJ skills in a safe class structure and supportive environment. Training focuses on essential movements such as balance, coordination, takedowns, positional control, escapes, and beginner-friendly submissions. Through drills, partner exercises, and controlled rolling, kids develop a strong technical foundation.
Each class includes warm-ups and fitness, technique breakdowns, and situational training that helps young students understand how to apply their skills. With classes offered three days a week, children can progress at their own pace and experience the benefits of Jiu-Jitsu for MMA both on the mats.
Adult Jiu-Jitsu for MMA Classes
Our Adult Vancouver Jiu-Jitsu for MMA classes are a rewarding way to develop real No-Gi BJJ skills while getting in great shape. Training focuses on essential grappling techniques, takedowns, positional control, guard work, escapes, transitions, and submissions all taught through structured drills, partner practice, and controlled live rolling. Each session builds functional strength, mobility, timing, and technicality.
Classes include movement warm-ups, technique breakdowns, situational training, and progressive sparring. Along the way, adults will improve their focus, their confidence, and overall fitness while connecting with a supportive community.
Other Classes and Training Programs
Mixed Martial Arts Classes
Our MMA classes blend No-Gi grappling, wrestling, and striking to build a complete, well-rounded skill set. Students learn takedowns, clinch work, striking entries, positional control, and ground-and-pound tactics, all practiced through structured drills and controlled sparring. These classes develop real self-defense abilities, fitness, strategy, and mental discipline for anyone looking to train in a comprehensive mixed martial arts system.
Muay Thai Kickboxing
Our Muay Thai Kickboxing program teaches the core striking skills of punches, kicks, knees, and elbows while helping students develop balance, timing, and conditioning. Our head instructors focus on pad work, partner drills, stance, footwork, and controlled sparring. This is a great way to work on fitness and build confidence through authentic Muay Thai training.
Muay Thai Skills & Conditioning
This program blends Muay Thai technique with targeted conditioning drills designed to build endurance, power, mobility, and striking fundamentals. Students practice footwork, combinations, pad work, and defensive movement while completing strength and cardio exercises designed for fighters. It’s a great fit for anyone who wants a high-energy workout that sharpens real Muay Thai skills and overall athletic performance.
Submission Wrestling
Our Submission Wrestling classes (are now part of our MMA curriculum) focus on No-Gi grappling skills such as takedowns, positional control, guard passing, escapes, and submissions. Students train through drilling, positional rounds, and progressive live grappling. This program is ideal for anyone who wants to sharpen their BJJ-style grappling without the Gi or improve their performance within our MMA curriculum.
Weapons & Self-Defense
Currency we are not offering group classes for Weapons training, we do offer the class for one on one and small private groups. Our Weapons and Self-Defense classes focus on practical, functional techniques for real-world safety. Students learn defensive strategies, situational awareness, and the fundamentals of weapon-based training to improve reaction time and control. Our weapons classes provide a well-rounded approach to personal protection and complements our striking and grappling offerings for those seeking comprehensive self-defense skills.
Youth & Kids MMA Classes
Get the best training with our Youth and Kids MMA classes teach age-appropriate striking and grappling skills through structured drills, partner exercises, and controlled live practice. Children learn how to balance, coordination techniques, discipline, and self-defense skills while improving their fitness and building their confidence on and off the mat. These classes promote focus, respect and personal growth in a fun, supportive environment with training available multiple days per week.