BEGINNER FRIENDLY MARTIAL ARTS IN ST. CATHARINES & NIAGARA

MORE THAN A GYM.

FIND YOUR TRIBE.

EVERYONE STARTS SOMEWHERE.

YOU BELONG HERE.

A welcoming, beginner-friendly martial arts community where kids, teens and adults can build confidence, get fit and become the best version of themselves.

SIX REASONS SBG NIAGARA IS A GREAT CHOICE!

BEGINNER FRIENDLY

No experience? Perfect. We make getting started comfortable and easy.

S.A.F.E.

BULLY PROOFING

Helping kids build confidence, awareness and real-world safety skills.

TRIBE CULTURE

Train with people who support your progress and celebrate your success.

EXPERIENCED COACHES

Expert instruction from coaches who genuinely care about your growth.

GET UP.SHOW UP.

NEVER GIVE UP

Building confidence, discipline and resilience on and off the mats.

PROVEN RESULTS

Real people building confidence, fitness, skills and lasting friendships.

A DIFFERENT KIND OF MARTIAL ARTS GYM

Choosing a martial arts gym is about more than finding a place to train. It’s about finding the right coaches, culture and community to help you succeed.

At SBG Niagara, we’ve built an environment where beginners feel welcome, experienced students continue to grow, and kids, teens and adults are supported every step of the way.

WHY CHOOSE SBG NIAGARA?

Our coaches specialize in helping beginners succeed. We break everything down step-by-step, celebrate your progress, and ,make sure you always feel supported.

  • No experience needed.

  • Coaches who care.

  • BJJ & Kickboxing for all ages.

  • A welcoming, ego-free community.

  • A safe, clean training environment.

  • Build confidence on and off the mats.

READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?

START YOUR QUICKSTART EXPERIENCE.

The easiest, no pressure way to discover what makes SBG Niagara different!

WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY

When I reached out to Rich you could just tell that his energy is unmatched and I soon found out so was his knowledge about martial arts and life in general.

- STUART B.

St Catharines

Joining SBG has been the best thing we could have done for our anxious child, he coping better, made new friends outside of school, and is so much more self assured than he has ever been!

- CATHERINE D.

St Catharines

What stands out is the quality of the coaching. Head Coach Rich Beaupit and the assistant coaches are not only technically proficient, but they also operate with integrity.

- COSMO G.

St Catharines

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What makes SBG Niagara different from other martial arts gyms?

It starts with our culture. We’ve built SBG Niagara around great coaching, safe training, and a supportive community where people genuinely want to see each other succeed. You’re not just joining a gym—you’re joining a tribe.

Is SBG Niagara really beginner-friendly?

Absolutely. Most people who come through our doors start with little or no martial arts experience. Our classes are structured to help beginners feel comfortable, learn at their own pace, and build confidence from day one.

What kind of atmosphere can I expect at SBG Niagara?

Welcoming, positive, and supportive. We work hard to maintain a training environment without intimidation or unnecessary egos, where beginners and experienced students can train together, challenge themselves, and help each other improve.

How experienced is SBG Niagara?

SBG Niagara has been serving St. Catharines and the Niagara Region for more than 30 years. That experience has helped us develop programs for kids, teens, and adults that combine quality martial arts instruction with a strong focus on personal growth.

How do I know if SBG Niagara is right for me or my family?

Come meet us and experience the gym for yourself. We’ll show you around, answer your questions, and help you decide whether SBG Niagara feels like the right fit. No pressure, no intimidation—just come see what our tribe is all about.

We help adults, teens, and kids build confidence, fitness, and real skills in a welcoming, beginner-friendly environment.

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Opening Hours

Monday to Thursday:

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday:

Closed

Saturday:

8:00 AM - Noon

Sunday:

Closed

Contact Information

Phone:

(905) 329-5425

Email:

[email protected]

Address:

11 Seapark Drive St.Catharines, ON L2M 6S5, CA