KRAV MAGA AND BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU IN NORTH YORK, TORONTO

BUILD CONFIDENCE AND LEARN TO PROTECT YOURSELF

  • "I have only had a few lessons so far at HoC, but all of them have been incredible. Chaim and Joel are great teachers, and the environment is so welcoming to people of all different personal and martial arts backgrounds."

  • "Our kids love training at House of Combat and have been doing so for years. Joel is an excellent teacher and Avigayil has been very supportive with scheduling and changes as required."

  • "My 9 year old daughter absolutely loves training here. She attends three days of Krav Maga training sessions. Joel is an amazing trainer. From what I see the kids absolutely adore him and enjoy the classes."

  • "The women’s self defence class is incredible!! I feel like I have become more confident and learned so many skills to protect myself in the event of a dangerous encounter. "

Training for a better life.

Get physically and mentally strong so you can make the most of everything that matters to you.

Practice with purpose.

Learn street-proven self defense that keeps you safe in the modern world. No to kata, yes to weapons defense.

Kids Classes

Channel energy, learn life-saving skills, or try a new competitive sport!

✔ Classes by age groups: 4 - 6, 7 - 11, 12 - 15

✔ Fitness, confidence, and respect

✔ Friendship and community

✔ Practical self defense skills + bullying prevention

Improve your physical and mental health with martial arts training for every level!

✔ Krav Maga and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

✔ Classes for beginner and advanced students

✔ Friendship and community

✔ Fitness & Self Defense

Adult Classes

Teaching martial arts in Toronto for 30 years

From your first class you will discover improved health, personal empowerment, and an incredible community that makes coming back easy.

Founder Joel Gelfand has over 40 years of experience and has been teaching martial arts and self-defense in Toronto for 30+ years. After a decade training and competing in taekwondo, boxing, kickboxing, and wrestling, he pivoted to focus on self defense. He holds a Black Belt in Counter Terror Krav Maga under Nir Maman, and a Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Professor Hugo Fevrier.

Trusted by Experts

  • In watching Joel train and teach, you can quickly see that his philosophies are based on extensive street experience. This experience, coupled with his dedication and intensity, make him a tremendous source for self defense knowledge and skill.


    Nir Maman, CT 707 Founder

  • I have a lifetime of martial arts and Joel is one of the best guys I've trained under. I'm all about combat sports but his reality-based approach gives me some incredible insight into situations outside of sport fighting.

    Ilan Muallem, Actor: The Walking Dead & BJJ Black Belt

  • As a military veteran specializing in weapons training, I was initially concerned that I was not going to enjoy the level of training or the instructional style of the instructor. I could not be more wrong! Joel has the humble kindness of a dangerous expert.


    Derek Ratcliffe, CAF Veteran

This school puts you first

Small Class Sizes

Personal attention from the instructor gives you the support you need to succeed on your warrior journey.

Welcoming Environment

Self defense is for everyone! Develop skills without aggressive or intimidating training partners.

Flexible Monthly Membership

Month-to-month with no annual contracts + hassle-free cancellations because life happens.

TRY A MONTH!

01 Register

Choose a zero-contract monthly membership for Krav Maga and BJJ classes.

02 Book

Schedule your first class.

03 Train

Learn practical skills and push yourself in a safe and friendly environment!

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Safety and security for everyone.

House of Combat is a school of martial arts and self-defence in North York, Toronto. We are open 6 days a week and offer 29 weekly Krav Maga & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for kids, teens, and adults.

We are committed to making training accessible with small class sizes, transparent pricing, flexible monthly memberships, and scholarships for those facing financial constraints. Please call with any questions: 647-222-9313 x1