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Excellent instructors and environment. Very good programs for kids and adults.
My daughter and I belong to an affiliate club of OAMA. One of the best decision of our lives was joining the club....it has transformed our lives. Being a part of OAMA and WCMA is like being a part of a much larger family...it's our second home. The instructors are amazing; they truly care about your goals. Love it, love it, LOVE it!!
My kids started training at the Ottawa Academy of Martial Arts after meeting Sensei Hache at a Birthday Party. After watching them train for a year I decided to try it myself, although I had not every done a martial art before. Both my kids and I have grown enormously with the help of the teachers and the other students, physically, socially and emotionally.
Pat and Hammer are amazing ambassador's for Martial Arts in Ottawa. OAMA is definitely THE place to learn enthusiastic, high quality Martial Arts in the city. Great school with a great atmosphere.
The Ottawa Academy of Martial Arts is a pillar of the Ottawa community! For years they have been changing people's lives and supporting the community! You should want your children to experience Professor Matt Hache and his unlimited passion for Martial Arts!
Fantastic academy!!! Professor Pat and Professor Hammer are the best! They run a very professional program with technical instruction and safe training environment. It's been a great pleasure to train and learn from them.
I've been a member here for the past 9 months and cannot say enough good things about OAMA. The instructors are world-class and their dedication to the club is unreal. There's such a great vibe here, the members you roll with become family and you help each other advance and improve. It's such a humbling experience and I highly suggest it for everyone; kids to seniors and everything in between. They offer a free week for anyone that wants to try it out and it's a great way to see how you like it. Everyone is friendly and it makes it so easy to jump in and have fun. If you're considering it, don't think any longer, just stop by!
I've been training here since January and I don't see myself changing schools anytime soon. I'm hooked. The instructors are full time professionals in their disciplines, and they are all very approachable and will make time for students. They always emphasize the students are a team. We are all there to support each other and challenge our training partners to raise their levels! Many of the students compete regularly in regional, national, and international tournaments. The quality of the student body is high. When I attend class I feel like I'm learning from people who are professionals at what they do, which is literally true for some. Everyone who trains and teaches here follows a tone of respect too. I hope to get many years of training here!
STRONG , DETERMINED , PASSIONATE AND FUN! If this describes you, or the women in your life, this is for you! WOMEN’S ONLY CLASSES ARE BACK! Classes are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with Muay Thai at 5:30 pm and BJJ at 6:15 pm. Come get your endorphins going by hitting the pads and […]
Jo trained hard giving it her all during fight camp. And as always, she fought her heart out! Even when her opponent didn’t make weight, and Jo was given the option of forfeiting the fight or go up a weight class, she did not back down. ” ℎ ℎ , ’ ℎ . ‘ !” […]
You’ve heard it before, OAMA is a family. Professor Hammer Hache has some inspiring words for everyone in this video. Watch Hammer’s video here. “Here to HELP! Thank you to everyone who has asked me and the team for help as of late. If you need help in these difficult times please don’t wait. If […]
“If you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life.” This week’s Meet the Team spotlight is on Amy Reid – OAMA’s lead Muay Thai instructor. Amy’s dad, a professional kickboxer, introduced her to martial arts. At first, she didn’t know why anyone would want to do it. But that all […]
“Jiu-jitsu is where my heart is.” The first thing you notice about Jo Maisonneuve is usually her smile. You can’t miss it! As a purple belt in BJJ and a pro-MMA fighter, she’s a double threat! And someone with the kindest heart. In this week’s Meet the Team, get to know Jo and why she […]
JOIN US LIVE ON ZOOM We continue to offer our adult & children Muay Thai & BJJ classes online by Zoom. Classes are available 6 days a week, multiple times a day, making it easy to fit your schedule. Our commitment to you is the same…to help you achieve your goals and support you […]
Are you looking for an activity to do with your kids or family? Martial arts is it! Many of our members train with family and it’s a great way to connect with your kids. Like OAMA team member Jaspreet Basi. She was introduced to Jiu-Jitsu by her father 10 years ago. And she hasn’t looked […]
Did you know when Justin Primrose first started martial arts, he wanted to learn MMA and striking? But once he tried Jiu-Jitsu, he loved it and never looked back! Justin is inspiring and encouraging as an athlete and instructor, teaching the children and adult BJJ classes. When you see him on the mats, […]
In celebration of International Women’s Day, we invite you to come train with our amazing women instructors and members. Spread the Word Join a BJJ class with Coach Jo Maisonneuve or a Muay Thai class with Kru Amy Reid. If you’re looking for a community of like-minded women, or if you want to […]
Announcing…OAMA Comp Team at it again! Coach Jo Maisonneuve is in Texas this Saturday, Feb 27th, at Submissions on the Shore in a 3 vs 3, 16 team tournament. Submissions on the Shore is the first Jiu-Jitsu promoter of its kind in North America, focusing on women-only tournaments. Their purpose is to encourage more […]
Podcast Interview | Matt “Hammer” Hache & Jo Maisonneuve| BJJ & MMA ! She is a former member of the Canadian Armed Forces, competes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi & MMA, and teaches many classes at OAMA. One of her videos from her first match at Submissions on the Shore has gone viral on YouTube […]
Women are taking center stage in martial arts. Jo Maisonneuve was chosen to be in Vs. Women in Combat Sports – Season 2. It’s a documentary series about amateur female combat sports and martial arts athletes in the Ottawa-Gatineau area. And Amy Reid was also featured, in Season 1. We have some amazing women on […]
A Video Message From Professor Hammer Thank you to all our amazing OAMA members for supporting us during a difficult time for all. Please join us on Zoom for classes in Muay Thai & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, for adults and children. Give yourself a getaway from the daily grind and enjoy a fun workout while getting […]
JOIN OAMA’S 28 DAY CHALLENGE! For the next 28 days, OAMA would like to challenge all of our members to join us on Zoom and take a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or Muay Thai class ️ Classes are available 6 days a week, multiple times a day, making it easy to fit your schedule. Parents train with […]
JOIN US LIVE ON ZOOM This year may have started differently than we wanted it to. It is our goal to strive through the challenges, crash through the roadblocks, and keep moving forward. We are offering our core classes online by Zoom, in Muay Thai & BJJ for adults and children. Classes are available 6 […]
Classes are on! Check out our with classes in… BJJ, Muay Thai, Woman’s Only, Technique, Conditioning, Boxing, Sparring, No Gi, Wrestling, Kids Competition, Parent & Child, Homeschool, Leadership LIT, Open Mat and MORE! We’ve also added additional Parent & Child , so you can train Monday to Friday in the afternoon or evening! Making it […]
Did you know Kru Amy was selected to represent Canada against China in the East vs. West WLF Battle Series? She was the only female fight of the night and definitely did not disappoint! ⚔️ This event was a high production event in Markham in December 2019, in front of a sold-out crowd and streamed […]
She’s doing it again! OAMA is happy to announce an upcoming Super Fight for Jo Maisonneuve at Submissions on the Shore in December! Coach Jo loves to compete, and this tournament has competitors from all over North America! We will post the live stream details closer to the date. This is a fight you do […]
Did you know 50% of women who leave an abusive situation return? Often it’s because they feel stuck and unable to provide for themselves and their children. This is why Harmony House was founded. They are Ottawa’s only second-stage (transitional) shelter, helping women & children by bridging the gap after an emergency shelter, and giving […]
FEARLESS POWERFUL STRONG FUN! If this describes you, or the women in your life, this is for you! Kru Amy and Coach Jo are excited to help Professor Hammer at OAMA’s ‘ , on Saturday November 28th, in support of Harmony House and the UN International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against […]
Did you know OAMA is locally owned by head instructor Matt “Hammer” Hache? He has over 18 years of experience in martial arts, training with and competing against the best around the globe, and has taught many instructors in Ottawa. You’ll always find Hammer in the corner come fight time helping coach students at BJJ […]
Sensei Matt “Hammer” Hache had a chance to sit down with Kru Amy Reid and talk to her about her journey with OAMA. Amy didn’t know what to expect when she first came to OAMA and met with Sensei Hammer. She was definitely surprised! It’s only been 4 years since she started training here and […]
She did it! Jo Maisonneuve, along with her teammates, won first place in Calgary this past weekend at the Western Canada Women’s Jiu Jitsu tournament! This tournament is the first one of its kind in Canada. It’s run by women for all women who train in jiu jitsu. When asked about her experience, she said: […]
We are excited to announce our very own Jo Maisonneuve will be representing OAMA in the Western Canada Women’s Jiu Jitsu tournament this Sunday, October 25th in Calgary, AB. This tournament is the first one of its kind in Canada. It’s run by women for all women who train in jiu jitsu. Their focus is […]
STRONG DETERMINED PASSIONATE FUN! If this describes you, or the women in your life, this is for you! The purpose of our Women’s Only Muay Thai class is to give you a place to train with like-minded women. A place to learn skills that will have you feeling EMPOWERED, COURAGEOUS & MOTIVATED! Learn self-defense techniques […]
FEARLESS POWERFUL STRONG FUN! If this describes you, or the women in your life, this is for you! The purpose of our Women’s Only classes is to help you on the path of martial arts…if you’re just beginning or looking to master your technique. It’s a place to train with like-minded women. LEARN SELF-DEFENSE […]