Martial ArtsClub
Complete beginner friendly. Open to students & non-students.
The University of Calgary Martial Arts Club (UCMAC) is an association of over 300 members training across eight disciplines — Muay Thai, Jiu Jitsu, Boxing, Taekwondo, Wrestling, Karate, MMA and Yoga. Built community first: an accessible, welcoming space focused on fun, development and engagement.
Join us for weekly fundamental and intermediate/advanced classes with certified instructors, sparring-specific sessions every training day, and open mat times. Social nights, competitions and events are hosted throughout the year.
We're open to everybody — not just students — all backgrounds and all experience levels. Programming is based around young adults (~18–24) but is available to anyone 16+.
“Hands down the best club on campus”
“Really well run and good club. The price for this one can't be beat. Really beginner friendly.”
“I did it last year, incredibly worth it.”
“There are loads of beginners and the classes are beginner friendly. The environment is really chill and friendly.”
“Awesome club & community here at the university!!! Such an open and welcoming environment, I love the opportunity to meeting new people and learn in fun and engaging ways.”
“Absolutely amazing club!! Very accommodating for all skill levels and an overall very welcoming community! 10/10 would recommend for all people looking for a fun and enthusiastic environment.”
“Best combination of food, fun and adding another dimension of purpose to your life (touching grass)”
DISCIPLINES
Karate
Boxing
Muay Thai
Jiu-Jitsu
Taekwondo
Wrestling
MMA
Yoga
WHERE WE TRAIN
Cassio AB
MacHall — Near Mr. Pretzels
That Empty Space
MacHall — Near Subway
Class times and rooms change through the term — check the schedule for what's on this week.
Class Schedule
Mon
28
That Empty Space
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Jiu-Jitsu
Miles Schlackl + Muhammad Haseeb Tahir
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Boxing
Alexis Espanioli + Ricco Quinmo
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Karate
Yuki McNeil
Omar away for World Championships
7:00 – 8:00 PM
Sparring
Tue
29
That Empty Space
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Beginner/Fundamental Martial Arts
Rahul Nair
One-off session
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Open Mat
One-off session
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Taekwondo
Aby Quan
One-off session
7:00 – 8:00 PM
Sparring
One-off session
Wed
30
Truth and Reconciliation Day
Thu
1
Cassio AB
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Women's Yoga
Kylie Chernenkoff
1:00 – 2:00 PM
Beginner/Fundamental Martial Arts
Nasouh Assef + Rianna Manji
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Boxing Tactics
Dae-Sun Chung
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Open Mat
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Muay Thai
Stephanie Goode
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Taekwondo
Sarah Nicole Tronco + Aby Quan + Camar Flores Thompson
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Wrestling
Carmen Walters + Juaquin Vasquez
7:00 – 8:00 PM
Sparring
Fri
2
That Empty Space
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Wrestling
Arad Sheibani + Micah Greig
1:00 – 2:00 PM
Women's Boxing
Alexis Espanioli
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Open Mat
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Muay Thai
Ryan Cheung + Luqman Arab
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Advanced MMA
Dae-Sun Chung + Luqman Arab
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Boxing
Nasouh Assef + Maya Rosche
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Jiu-Jitsu
Muhammad Haseeb Tahir + Maya Rosche
7:00 – 8:00 PM
Sparring
All classes are drop-in — no booking required. Just show up.
What to Bring
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during training
UCID Card
Required to scan in to each session
Mouthguard
Required for sparring (we sell them for $10)
Workout Clothes
Comfortable athletic wear
Personal equipment (gloves, shin guards) encouraged — we provide gear you can borrow! (Limited supply)