The Alberta Jiu-Jitsu Association (AJJA) exists to provide leadership, governance, and direction in the training and development of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners, instructors, and school owners across Alberta. The Association fosters open and ongoing communication within the broader Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts community, promoting professionalism, consistency, and collaboration.
The AJJA serves as the provincial authority for Ju-Jitsu in Alberta.
Teaching effective self-defense
The Alberta Jiu-Jitsu Association (AJJA) was founded in February 2002 to bring together traditional and modern stand-up Jiu-Jitsu (Ju Jitsu) as well as other styles of Japanese self-defense arts across Alberta; Teaching children, teens and adults practical, effective self-defense.
Gi Grappling
The Alberta Jiu-Jitsu Association (AJJA) was founded in 2002 to develop amateur and professional athletes of all ages in Self-Defense, Modern and Traditional Japanese Ju-Jitsu, Gi grappling, and open tournament competition. The Association is equally committed to teaching practical self-defense skills to all people, including civilians, youth, police officers, and peace officers, promoting confidence, safety, and personal development within the community.
AJJA is the only recognized society in Alberta that hosts annual municipal and provincial Japanese Ju-Jitsu tournaments, providing structured and professionally organized competitive opportunities for its members.
Please visit our Events section for information on upcoming tournaments, seminars, and training opportunities.