About Us
We are passionate about using martial arts as a tool to help students become better on and off the mats. Whether it’s Kickboxing, MMA, or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes, our staff makes sure to show you skills that translate away from the gym. We want everyone coming to train with us in Niagara Falls, St. Catharines, or anywhere else nearby to improve at home, school, and work because of our training programs. Our passion for helping others is what drives us at Straight Blast Gym Niagara!
START YOUR 2 WEEK
QUICKSTART EXPERIENCE!
Discover why we’re known as Niagara’s most beginner-friendly martial arts gym.
Discover What Makes SBG Niagara Different
FIND THE PERFECT
TIME TO TRAIN
Before you jump in, take a moment to check out our class schedule and plan your training time at SBG Niagara. We offer Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA classes for both kids and adults, with sessions running Monday through Thursday and Saturdays.
Find the time that fits your life — and we’ll see you on the mats.
SEE WHAT
SETS US APART
More Than a Gym — We’re a Tribe.
At SBG Niagara, we’re not like any other martial arts school in the region. For over 30 years, we’ve built a home right here in St. Catharines, dedicated to helping people of all ages grow stronger — on and off the mats. Our focus on community, safety, and beginner-friendly coaching is what makes us Niagara’s Most Beginner-Friendly Martial Arts Gym. Discover what makes SBG Niagara truly different — and why so many call it home.
EXPLORE OUR
PROGRAMS
Skill. Confidence. Community.
At SBG Niagara, our programs are designed to help you grow — on and off the mats. Whether you’re looking for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, MMA, or Kids Martial Arts, we’ve got a place for you. Every class is beginner-friendly, taught by experienced coaches, and built around progress at your own pace. Visit our Programs page to find the right path for your goals and experience what it means to train with the SBG Niagara tribe.
2-WEEKS
QUICKSTART EXPERIENCE
Ready to take the first step on your martial arts journey?
Join our 2-Week QuickStart Experience at SBG Niagara and discover why we’re known as Niagara’s most beginner-friendly martial arts gym. For just $79, you’ll train in our supportive, beginner-focused Foundations classes for two full weeks — learning real skills, building confidence, and meeting our amazing tribe. And if you decide to continue into our 8-Week Foundations Program, we’ll apply your full $79 toward it!
This isn’t a free trial — it’s your first step toward lasting progress, fitness, and confidence in a welcoming, ego-free environment. Train. Learn. Grow. Belong.
Meet
Coach Rich
Coach Rich Beaupit has spent decades building a space where beginners feel welcome, families feel supported, and every student learns to challenge themselves.
His leadership, energy, and care shape the heart of SBG Niagara — where training is about more than martial arts… it’s about becoming your best self.
Rich Beaupit
Owner • Head Coach • Eternal Student
For Coach Rich Beaupit, martial arts has always been more than a skill — it’s been a way of life. Since opening SBG Niagara in 1994, his mission has been simple and unwavering: to help people grow into stronger, more confident, and more capable versions of themselves.
Rich’s coaching style blends technical precision with genuine care. He believes in meeting every student where they are — whether it’s a nervous first-timer, a child learning confidence, or a seasoned athlete refining their game. His approach is built on the SBG philosophy of aliveness: training with honesty, energy, and purpose so you develop skills that truly work — on the mats and in life.
Through decades of teaching, Rich has built more than a gym — he’s built a tribe. His greatest pride isn’t in medals or titles, but in seeing his students succeed, grow, and carry the lessons of martial arts into everything they do.
You’ll often hear him say it, because he lives it every day:
Get Up. Show Up. Never Give Up.
That’s not just a motto. It’s the heartbeat of SBG Niagara
Level Up with the
SBG Niagara Team
We welcome everyone in St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Beamsville, Grimsby, or anyone else nearby in Ontario to join us for martial arts classes. All are welcome! Wondering how to get started? You can sign up for our QuickStart Experience, including 2 weeks of Kickboxing, MMA, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes! Sign up now. We can’t wait to see you and have you join our Tribe!
Our Class Schedule!
Want to find the best time to get started in St. Catharines martial arts classes?
Then be sure to take a look at our gym schedule! We have over 20 times per week to get in and begin a life changing journey!
Words from Our Community
Straight Blast Gym Niagara is a martial arts gym for anyone and everyone to grow, embrace, and thrive in. Our passion for helping others on and off the mats pushes us to make each and every martial arts class an enjoyable experience. And don’t just take our word for it. Check out what members of our community are saying about how SBG is the best Niagara martial arts gym for you!
“Coach Rich is truly the best in the Niagara region. Each member of the SBG tribe works together to find success and have a great time doing it.”
“Having my children train with Coach Rich and the rest of the Coaches at SBG Niagara has been such a pleasure. I would whole heartedly recommend this gym to anyone.”
“I have been training at SBG Niagara for over 2 years now & I am so thankful I joined. SBG Niagara will change your life for the better! I recommend giving SBG Niagara a go, 10/10!!”
“Coach Rich is one of the finest people I have ever met. Look no further than SBG Niagara, hands down the best school in the area!”
“The vibe is welcoming, the training atmosphere is fun and engaging. Once you walk in the door and meet him and the people who train there you will be hooked.”
Contact Us Today!
Proudly Serving the Entire Niagara Region
We’re honored to serve the communities of St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Beamsville, and Grimsby. You’ll find SBG Niagara right by the Homer Bridge along the Welland Canal — a welcoming home for anyone ready to grow stronger, more confident, and more capable through martial arts.
Come visit, say hello, and see what makes SBG Niagara “Niagara’s Most Beginner-Friendly Martial Arts Gym.”