Understand the principles
Explore balance, space and control, and learn how these ideas connect across different positions.
Code Black Jiu-Jitsu · Embrun, Ontario
Adult Jiu-Jitsu in Embrun.
Learn no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with black belt coach Travis Szalay. We welcome complete beginners, recreational students and competitors, with clear explanations of the concepts behind the game.
$80 biweekly + HST
Your training
What to expect.
Learn the concepts and systems behind effective grappling, then explore them through positional games and live practice. Understand what you are trying to achieve and why it works, so you can adapt as positions change. Fundamentals are available, but you do not have to start there. Pick a class that fits your schedule and tell the coach that you are new.
Build a complete grappling game
Connect your skills through no-gi Jiu-Jitsu, judo, wrestling, live training and Open Mat, all included in adult membership.
Train toward your goals
Develop your decisions and understanding at your own pace, whether you train for recreation or competition.
Class schedule
Find a time that fits.
Monday3 classes
12:00 PM–1:00 PMAdults No-GiAdults
6:30 PM–7:15 PMAdult FundamentalsAdults
7:15 PM–8:15 PMLive TrainingAdults
Tuesday4 classes
12:00 PM–1:00 PMAdults No-GiAdults
5:45 PM–6:30 PMJudo & WrestlingAdults
6:30 PM–7:15 PMAdult AdvancedAdults
7:15 PM–8:15 PMCompetition TrainingAdults
Wednesday3 classes
12:00 PM–1:00 PMAdults No-GiAdults
6:30 PM–7:15 PMAdult FundamentalsAdults
7:15 PM–8:15 PMLive TrainingAdults
Thursday4 classes
12:00 PM–1:00 PMAdults No-GiAdults
5:45 PM–6:30 PMJudo & WrestlingAdults
6:30 PM–7:15 PMAdult AdvancedAdults
7:15 PM–8:15 PMCompetition TrainingAdults
Friday1 class
12:00 PM–1:00 PMAdults No-GiAdults
Saturday1 class
12:00 PM–1:00 PMOpen MatAdults
Sunday1 class
6:00 PM–7:00 PMJudo & WrestlingAdults
All class times are local to Embrun. View the full academy schedule. Contact us about holiday changes before travelling.
Your first visit
Come prepared.
- Arrive 10 minutes before class or your booked session.
- Wear clean athletic clothes without zippers or exposed metal. Remove jewellery and trim your nails.
- Bring water and clean sandals for walking off the mats.
- Find us at 824 Notre-Dame Street, Embrun. Enter Vital Fit and follow the Code Black signs downstairs.
- Complete your training waiver online when available or at the gym before training. Payment is arranged separately.
Get directions to Code Black. See how to find the mats inside Vital Fit. We welcome students from Embrun, Russell and nearby communities.
Member feedback
“A fantastic high-level competitor but an even better teacher.”
Goran Arnaut · Google review
Before you start
Your questions, answered.
Do I need experience or a certain fitness level?
No experience is required. Tell us you are new so the coach can guide your first session and help you find an appropriate pace.
Do I have to start in fundamentals?
No. You can attend any adult class that fits your schedule. Fundamentals are an option if you want to spend more time on the basics.
Do I need a gi?
Code Black specializes in no-gi Jiu-Jitsu. Bring clean athletic clothing without zippers or exposed metal; a rashguard and grappling shorts also work. Ask us about clothing for a particular judo session.
What does membership include?
Every class in the adult program, including judo and wrestling, live training, competition training and Saturday Open Mat.
Can I visit before starting a membership?
A day pass costs $30 + HST and is not credited toward a membership. You can also start a paid biweekly membership. There are no free trial classes.
Explore Code Black.
Talk to the coach
Questions before joining?
Ask about classes, your first visit or private training. We will reply by email. For anyone under 18, use a parent or guardian’s contact details.