Al Qawi Academy — MMA & Martial Arts Training in St. Catharines
BUILD STRENGTH.
BUILD DISCIPLINE.
BUILD CHARACTER.
MMA • SAMBO • MUAY THAI • BJJ • FITNESS • SELF-DEFENCE • GRAPPLING
Structured training in a disciplined community.
AL-QAWIYY
THE ALL-STRONG
STRENGTH IS MORE THAN PHYSICAL.
Al-Qawiyy, The All-Strong, is one of the Names of Allah سبحانه وتعالى. His strength is perfect and without limitation. At Al Qawi Academy, the name reminds us that true strength is not measured only by physical ability, but also through faith, discipline, patience, character and perseverance.
"The strong believer is better and more beloved to Allah than the weak believer, while there is good in both."
Sahih Muslim 2664
We train our bodies with discipline, strengthen our character through effort, and seek to become better individuals through what benefits us.
DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT.
Hear from the people who train with us.
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"Coach Ayatullah is an exceptional instructor. The individual attention he gives every student is unlike any gym I've been to. Highly recommend."READ OUR GOOGLE REVIEWS
Ahmad K.
"Coach Ayatullah is an exceptional instructor. The individual attention he gives every student is unlike any gym I've been to. Highly recommend."
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Yusuf M.
"The brotherhood here is real. You train hard, learn properly, and leave feeling like you're part of something meaningful."
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Ibrahim S.
"Best decision I made. Started as a complete beginner and the coaches made me feel welcome from day one. The quality of instruction is outstanding."
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Khalid R.
"Al Qawi is more than a gym. The discipline, the community, the coaching — it's a complete environment for growth. Worth every penny."
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YOUR WEEK ON THE MAT.
WHO'S TRAINING?
MEN'S MMA
COMPLETE MARTIAL ARTS TRAINING FOR BROTHERS AGES 13+.
Develop real skills through structured MMA instruction, technical coaching, controlled practice and a community built around discipline. Beginners are welcome.
- MMA Fundamentals
- Boxing
- Muay Thai
- Sambo
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Wrestling
- Grappling
- Takedowns
- Strength and Conditioning
- Supervised Sparring (when approved)
- Structured Coaching
- Beginner Friendly
- Five Scheduled Training Days Weekly
CHOOSE YOUR COMMITMENT.
Same training. Different commitment.
STANDARD
12-MONTH COMMITMENT
- Full Men's MMA Program
- Five Training Days Weekly
- Striking and Grappling
- Wrestling and BJJ
- Conditioning
- Structured Coaching
- Community Access
- No Enrollment Fee
NO COMMITMENT
MONTH-TO-MONTH
- Full Men's MMA Program
- Five Training Days Weekly
- Striking and Grappling
- Wrestling and BJJ
- Conditioning
- Structured Coaching
- Community Access
- No long-term commitment
- Higher monthly rate
- For those not yet fully committed
JUST VISITING?
No commitment. Train and see for yourself.
ONE-DAY PASS
$40
One scheduled training day.
THREE-DAY TRAINING PASS
$69
Three eligible training days within 14 days of activation.
ONE-WEEK PASS
$109
Seven consecutive calendar days of eligible Men's training access.
Approved existing Founding Members retain their protected legacy membership rate, subject to membership terms.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND YOUR PROGRESS.
COACH AYATULLAH
COACHING THAT BUILDS REAL SKILL.
As founder and head coach, Ayatullah leads Al Qawi Academy with a focus on technical development, disciplined training and helping students improve through consistent practice.
COACH AYATULLAH
Founder & Head Coach
COACH MADELEINE
A SPACE TO DEVELOP STRENGTH WITH CONFIDENCE.
Coach Madeleine leads the sisters-only training program, helping women develop martial arts skills, technique, fitness and confidence in a private training environment.
COACH MADELEINE
Sisters MMA Coach
GUIDED BY PURPOSE.
SHEIKH SAYYID
HALAQAH INSTRUCTOR & SPIRITUAL ADVISOR
Sheikh Sayyid contributes to the academy's emphasis on faith, character and beneficial knowledge through regular halaqas, Islamic reminders and guidance for the academy community.
SHEIKH SAYYID
Halaqa Instructor & Spiritual Advisor
Nuridin
Support Coach
Saud Malakhail R.Ac.
Wellness Advisor
Zayd
Support Coach
SISTER LINDA
STRENGTH WITH PURPOSE.
More than training partners. A community growing through discipline, sisterhood, knowledge and shared purpose.
Sister Linda leads the Sisters Halaqa — a weekly Islamic reminder and knowledge session for sisters before training, in collaboration with A.M.A.L Education Hub / Institute.
SISTER LINDA
Sisters Halaqa Instructor
A.M.A.L Education Hub / Institute
With Sheikh Sayyid
A weekly opportunity for Islamic reminders, reflection and strengthening brotherhood alongside physical training.
6:00 – 6:30 PM · With Sister Linda
In collaboration with A.M.A.L Education Hub / Institute
A dedicated opportunity for sisters to connect through beneficial Islamic reminders and knowledge before training.
COME TRAIN WITH US. YOUR FIRST DAY IS FREE.
See the gym. Meet the coaches. Experience the training. Discover what it feels like to be part of Al Qawi Academy.
You don't need experience, perfect fitness or expensive equipment to begin. Our team will help you understand the class and get started at the right level.
WHAT TO BRING
Comfortable athletic clothing, water and appropriate training gear if you already have it. If you are unsure what you need, our team will guide you.
140 Welland Ave #10, St. Catharines, ON L2R 2N6