Matador MMA Academy

Specialties

Mixed martial arts, brazilian jiu jitsu, muay thai, wrestling, boxing, kickboxing, mma, submission grappling, gi, nogi, kids bjj, kids mma classes.

History

Established in 2002.

Matdor Mixed Martial Arts, muay thai, brazilian jiu jitsuVaughan’s premier MMA Academy, Matador Mixed Martial Arts School is defined through the combination of disciplines including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Wrestling, Boxing, Kickboxing, Submission Grappling, Boot Camp Conditioning, Sparring, MMA Training and Kids BJJ & MMA. Located in the heart of Toronto’s GTA, along the border of Woodbridge and Brampton at the intersection of Hwy 27 & Hwy 7. The 2000 square foot training space is equipped with wall to wall mats, an octagon, punching bags and some of the latest MMA training equipment, pull up bars, TRX systems, our new rock climbing wall and much more! Matador MMA Academy strives to provide its students with the best training in every aspect of the industry starting from its highly skilled instructors and their high level training. We strive to provide the best service and training from beginning to end, our professional instructors and friendly staff are pleased to help you o

Meet the Business Owner

Jesse Richardson R.

Business Owner

Fighting Styles

Brazilian Jiu-​Jitsu Sil Lum Kung Fu Wing Chun Judo Kickboxing Boxing

Jesse has trained in martial arts for over 25 years under Master Sylvio Behring & Professor Shah Franco. Has lived in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, trained with the likes of Professor Royler Gracie, Professor Ronaldo ‘Jacare’ Souza, & the Gracie Tijuca Vale Tudo Team. Trained under Canadian heavyweight boxer Ken Lewkusta. Jesse Continues to train with professional fighters and world champions on daily basis.

* 2003 Winner of World Champion Absolute Division Brazilian Jiu-​Jitsu

* 2003 – 2005 World Cup Bronze Medalist in Brazilian Jiu-​Jitsu

* 1998 – 99 Tiger Balm International Champion

* Former Professional Mixed Martial Arts fighter (MFC, Roadhouse Rumble, UCC)

* 12 years of teaching experience in multiple disciplines

* Black belt Brazilian Jiu-​Jitsu

* Brown belt Judo

* Black belt (Sil Lum Kungfu)

* Black belt (Lung ying foo huk Pai)

* Black belt (Wing Chun)

* 15 years kickboxing

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