Raymond Martial Arts Academy Team

About Us

A family-based business driven by passion, purpose, and a genuine desire to change lives

Our Mission

Raymond Martial Arts Academy was founded as a family-based business driven by passion, purpose, and a genuine desire to change lives through martial arts. Here, Jiu-Jitsu is more than a sport or a fight — it is a lifestyle that teaches discipline, respect, confidence, and responsibility both on and off the mats.

Our mission is to share the true spirit of Jiu-Jitsu with children, teens, adults, and entire families, creating a safe, welcoming, and motivating environment where everyone feels part of something bigger. We believe that learning self-defense is not just about techniques, but about developing strong character, mental resilience, and the ability to face life's challenges with confidence.

As a family-focused academy, we value strong principles, personal connections, and collective growth. Every student is treated with care, respect, and encouragement, regardless of age, gender, or experience level. Our commitment is to pass on knowledge responsibly, shaping not only skilled martial artists, but better human beings who want to make a positive impact on the world.

If you are looking for self-confidence, real self-defense, physical fitness, discipline, and a supportive community, Raymond Martial Arts Academy is the right place for you. Here, we train bodies, strengthen minds, and help build a better and safer world — together. 🥋💙

What We Stand For

Passion

Genuine love for martial arts and teaching

Family

A welcoming community for all ages

Excellence

High-quality instruction and standards

Purpose

Building better human beings

Meet Your Instructors

Expert practitioners from Brazil with decades of combined experience

Daniel Freire Fonseca

Daniel Freire Fonseca

Black Belt
Brazil

20+ years as a Jiu Jitsu practitioner with 5+ years of teaching experience. Passionate about sharing authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with students of all ages and helping them develop both physical skills and strong character.

Maria Clara de Moura Fonseca

Maria Clara de Moura Fonseca

Blue Belt
Brazil

3+ years as a Jiu Jitsu practitioner and dedicated instructor. Specializes in working with children and women, creating a supportive and empowering training environment for all students.

Bringing Authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to Canada

Our instructors bring the rich tradition and authentic techniques of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu directly from Brazil to Raymond, Alberta.

Proudly bridging two great nations through the art of Jiu Jitsu 🇧🇷 🇨🇦