Confidence & Empowerment For All

Serving the city of Red Deer and surrounding areas, Ascendancy Wrestling Academy is home to the region's most unique athletic development programs. We provide a collection of physical literacy, sport and fitness programs using contact-based training methods to build confident, coordinated and resilient individuals and encourage healthy and active lifestyles.

Our programs and services range from ongoing classes to private lessons and multi-session group/team camps. We even provide seminars and multi-session camps to nearby martial arts schools and sporting organizations! Visit our Programs & Services page for detailed class information.

Our philosophy is that wrestling can be an activity for anyone, and our mission is to reframe wrestling to spread the love to everyone.

Scroll below for our class schedule, then fill out our contact form to claim 2 FREE CLASSES!

ALL ARE WELCOME! From children to adults, beginners to experienced athletes, we welcome all who want a unique way to train and get fit. If you're looking for a fun and engaging community for yourself or your children to get in shape, build confidence and/or learn new skills, we have options for you. 

We're especially great for children with lots of energy who need a positive outlet!

Our programs offer many amazing benefits.

• Improved fitness. Lose weight, get stronger, move faster, go longer!

• Increased balance, movement skills and general coordination. Invaluable cross-training option for other sports. Perfect supplement for BJJ, MMA, football, rugby, hockey and more.

• Focus, discipline and self-defense. Reinforce goal-setting & achievement and keep yourself and others safe.

• Improved social-emotional wellness, mental health and stress reduction. Meet new people and practice healthy habits together.

• And most importantly...FUN!

Everyone has their own goals, and Ascendancy is here to help you reach yours. You don't need to be in shape or athletic to start. We'll get you there.

Wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu unite! We are proud to partner with the historic Genki Jiu-Jitsu to provide the complete grappling experience. Ascendancy now offers Wrestle-Jitsu membership packages for teens (15+) and adults that include access to Red Deer's oldest BJJ program, all in one place.

Details can be found on our Programs page.