BRAZILIAN
JIU-JITSU IN
VICTORIA BC
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
IN VICTORIA BC
Come play the greatest sport on Earth with us
5-Week Beginner Program. Limited spots available. Starts July 6th
Already playing? Check out our free trial week
★★★★★
"Recently tried a class for beginners and loved it. As a women I was nervous
trying a Ju Jitzu/Kickboxing studio as I have never done anything like
it, but everyone was super welcoming and kind.
10/10 classes and atmosphere"
- Shelby
"Recently tried a class for beginners and loved it. As a women I was nervous trying a Ju Jitzu/Kickboxing studio as I have never done anything like it, but everyone was super welcoming and kind.
10/10 classes and atmosphere"
- Shelby
"Recently tried a class for beginners and loved it. As a women I was nervous
trying a Ju Jitzu/Kickboxing studio
as I have never done anything like
it, but everyone was super
welcoming and kind.
10/10 classes and atmosphere"
- Shelby
I'm nervous. Is that normal?
Yes. Most of our members were scared before their first class. But once you step on the mat, the fear goes away and the fun starts
Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling sport.
No punching, no kicking.
The whole game is movement, positioning and control. Two people on the mat working out who can get to the better position. That's it.
Lolakana Martial Arts is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu gym in downtown Victoria BC. We opened August 2025.
The beginner program exists specifically for people who have been thinking about trying this for a while an just haven't started yet
WHO WE ARE
Hi, I’m Nolan and this is my wife Jessica.
I’m a member of the Sagkeeng First Nation and have been playing combat sports as a hobby for more than twenty-five years.
Jessica is a lifelong dancer who fell in love with the movement aspects of jiu-jitsu a few years back.
Lolakana started as a music project in 2020. Playlists for BJJ players who were tired and frustrated of playlists curated by algorithm.
The gym came later and seemed like a natural fit for the branding.
We saw an opportunity to recreate the vibe our favourite gyms we’ve been to elsewhere that didn’t exist in Victoria. A space to have some IRL fun with like-minded people and maybe hang out a bit after class.
We’re both hobbyists. Jiu-jitsu is a fun shared interest and a way for us to play something physical together. Show up, learn something, train and go home.
That’s what a hobbyist does and that’s what most people at Lolakana are here to do.
There’s no picture on the wall to bow to. There is no belt-chasing culture, no pressure to compete, no one on the mat who is going to make you feel stupid for not knowing something.
Our instructors hold black belts and SafeSport BC certifications. They’re good at jiu-jitsu without having big egos about it.
Lolakana is a growing community of more than 100 people and counting.
THE 5-WEEK BEGINNER PROGRAM
BRAZILIAN
JIU-JITSU
FOR BEGINNERS
First Class?
We'll meet you at the front door, get you signed in, show you the washrooms and change rooms and get you onto the mats
Monday & Wednesday at 7:30pm
Two nights a week. Same time every week. Easy to fit around a real life
You'll Never Feel Lost On the Mats
Black belt instruction the whole way through. We help you with every move
Loaner Uniform Included
(We'll even show you how to tie the belt)
$67 + GST
Am I too old to start?
No. You are never too old to play.
We have members in their 40s, 50s and beyond. We train safe so everyone can have fun and get home feeling good
Do I need to be in shape first?
No. This is the best way to get in shape!
You do not need to be fit to start. We go slow so your body can learn. You just need to show up as you are
Gym Amenities
Is it clean?
Yes. We care about being clean. Everyone wears fresh gear and washes up before class. The mats are washed every day.
Lolakana is a fresh, safe place to train
Will I get hurt?
Brazilian jiu-jitsu is a sport so there is always the risk.
You will get some bruises. You will feel sore.
Serious injuries are uncommon, but they can happen—just like in soccer or lifting heavy at the gym.
We teach you how to 'tap'—the signal to stop—so you stay safe. We take care of each other because we all want to keep playing jiu-jitsu for a long time
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU SHOW UP?
The Arrival
Park in our free lot and walk in.
We will meet you at the front door
The Gear
We will give you a clean loaner uniform and show you where the change rooms are
The Welcome
You will meet the community and see the mats. No one will throw you around
The Play
We begin with a slow warm up. You learn the basics.
You leave with a smile
Faqs
A "Gi" is the traditional uniform (the jacket and pants). In those classes we use the fabric to move and control. "No-Gi" is just a rash guard and shorts. Both are great workouts.
The gi tends to be slower and more technical. No-gi gets faster and more athletic. Many people at Lolakana do both eventually. Ask us when you get here and we will point you toward the right class for where you are right now.
Two days a week is perfect for steady progress. If you can do three or four, even better. The most important thing is showing up every week. Consistency beats intensity every time.
The people at Lolakana who have improved the most are not the ones who went hardest at the start. They are the ones who kept showing up. The schedule runs six days a week, early morning through evening. Come as often as life allows.
Victoria traffic can be brutal and we know life happens. If you are 10 or 15 minutes late, just walk in and join the class. We are not a strict gym. We are just happy you made it onto the mats.
For your very first class, try to arrive ten minutes early. We want to meet you at the door and get you sorted before things get started. After that, you know the drill.
Of course. You are welcome to come by and sit on the sidelines to see the vibe for yourself. A lot of people find that five minutes watching a class answers more questions than a website ever could.
Just send us a quick message so we know when to expect you. We are at 1855 Blanshard Street in downtown Victoria, free parking right off Blanshard.
No. You never have to compete. Most of our members are here to get fit and have fun. If you want to enter a tournament, we can help you get ready. But it is never required.
Most people here are hobbyists.
That is not a criticism. It is the point
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
We don't just teach adults. We help kids grow up strong, confident, and kind. At Lolakana the whole family has a place on the mat
Coach Zach & the Kids
Our kids classes are the highlight of the week. Coach Zach is great with the kids and makes sure they have fun while they learn how to listen and work hard
More Than Just Moves
Coach Zach teaches jiu-jitsu through play. Kids learn the fundamentals by moving like a ninja, a bear, a buff monkey and even a scaredy cat
Leave your phone in your bag and step onto the mats.
Forget the world for just an hour.
Let's play jiu-jitsu!
Leave your phone in your
bag and step onto
the mats.
Forget the world for just an hour.
Let's play jiu-jitsu!
July 5-Week Beginner Jiu-Jitsu Class
Limited spots available.
May and June both sold out. July will sell out too.
$67 + GST
What You Get:
- Ten classes over five weeks. Black belt instruction throughout
- We meet you at the front door for your first class
- A clean loaner uniform for each class
The next session opens in the fall at a higher price.
If you've read this far, you already know if this is for you.
Starts Monday, July 6th at 7:30pm