05/08/2026
“If there is effort, there is always accomplishment.”
- Jigoro Kano
We’re a martial arts school and combat sports club in Innisfail, Alberta.
05/08/2026
“If there is effort, there is always accomplishment.”
- Jigoro Kano
03/27/2026
“Here they fight with messers, may God help them.”
- Hans Talhoffer
03/06/2026
Our kids class is programmed to build character. Through skill development, discipline becomes a part of them by design.
Strength and confidence will be attained as a by-product of the process.
02/26/2026
All martial artists are made up of physical and mental attributes:
Physical attributes are aspects of our agility (flexibility, balance and coordination) or strength (power, stamina, and overall physical toughness)
Mental attributes are aspects of knowledge/wisdom (strategy, tactics and experience) and discipline (the will to continue through adversity and focus on training no matter what)
All fighters start with a base set of attributes.
It’s up to each and every one of us to improve and balance them all throughout our lives.
FEATURED TECHNIQUE: SHOVEL HOOK
The shovel hook is a dynamic and well known liver shot, as it combines the centripetal force of a hook with the explosive power of an uppercut.
But many overlook its tactical use as a head shot against opponents who constantly slip, bob, weave and shoot for takedowns; it’s geometrically more likely to land than other punches in pocket exchanges, and is easily converted into an underhook, crossface frame, or collar tie.
02/20/2026
There’s a storm coming to Brooks next weekend…
Tyland Luft and Nick Goettler each fought 5 strong opponents today at an MMA Tournament in Calgary. Everyone brought serious smoke and the sportsmanship was top notch. Here’s some highlights from their 10 fights.
And a big shoutout to LFG Labs for putting on a solid event!
Tyland Luft and Nick Goettler each fought 5 strong opponents today at an MMA Tournament in Calgary. Everyone brought serious smoke and the sportsmanship was top notch. Here’s some highlights from their 10 fights.
And a big shoutout to LFG Labs for putting on a solid event!
Sparring is a balance of violence and safety; we commit to full intensity and volume, while avoiding concussive trauma by head impact. In this way, we learn the true nature of ourselves, that in our own duality we can be both a force for chaos and control.
12/02/2025
“Be without fear in the face of your enemies. Be brave and upright that God may love thee. Speak the truth always, even if it leads to your death. Safeguard the helpless and do no wrong. That is your oath.”
- Godfrey of Ibelin