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15+ Years Black Belt Professor Louis-Philippe - Renzo Gracie Black Belt
Founder & Head Professor | Renzo Gracie Laval

Professor Louis-Philippe

BJJ Black Belt under the Renzo Gracie lineage via Team OAMA. Canadian Armed Forces veteran and former MMA competitor. Started teaching within his first year of training - earned Black Belt in 2015. His philosophy centers on the balance between mind and body, building strong fundamentals in a supportive, ego-free environment.

Black Belt 15+ Years Military Veteran MMA Founder
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10+ Years Brown Belt BJJ | Judo Black Belt Coach Mani at IBJJF World Master Championship 2025
Head Instructor

Mani Roushanzamir

BJJ Brown Belt and Kosen Judo Black Belt (2nd degree) under Sensei Hiroshi Nakamura. With over 10 years of Kosen Judo experience, Mani brings a unique blend of judo and grappling strategy into his BJJ game.

BJJ Kosen Judo Takedowns 10+ Years
5+ Years Blue Belt | Juvenile 2 Thomas Paquette at competition - Fight Media
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Thomas Paquette

One of the brightest rising talents in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. At just 17 years old, Thomas is a Juvenile 2 Blue Belt with an exceptional competitive record and a passionate mentor for younger students.

5+ Years IBJJF Worlds Pan Ams Youth Coach
15+ Years Black Belt Prof. Glen Mackenzie - Renzo Gracie Black Belt
Adults Coach | RG West Island Founder

Prof. Glen Mackenzie

Renzo Gracie Black Belt and founder of Renzo Gracie West Island Academy. Born and raised in the West Island, what began as a post-injury recovery became a lifelong passion that transformed his mindset, and now, hundreds of others'.

15+ Years Champion Adults
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"Very nice and clean gym. Professor LP is extremely qualified and cares about his students and their progression. Classes are well taught and structured for all levels."

Anthony Fabien
Anthony Fabien Feb 2025

"I accompanied my 7-year-old grandson and saw how Louis-Philippe adapts to each student's learning speed. The place is clean and welcoming, and my grandson always looks forward to training."

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Aline Dumont May 2025

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Sebas Lavoie Jul 2025

"A spacious, clean, and welcoming place. The instructor, Mr. Louis-Philippe, is respectful, patient, and passionate. I highly recommend it. One of the only places to offer parent/child BJJ."

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