Verdun’s Angry Monkey MMA blends top-tier martial arts training with a deeply rooted sense of community. Spanning 5,500 square feet across two levels, this gym offers a dynamic range of classes in boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), and cross-training, alongside private training sessions and open gym access.
Founded by Coach Justin Etheridge in 2014, the gym’s origins as a private training studio on the Lachine Canal have evolved into a hub of activity, producing K-1 champions and fostering a thriving martial arts community. Classes like Muay Thai—a rigorous “art of eight limbs” combining punches, kicks, elbows, and knees—or BJJ, which emphasizes leverage and technique on the ground, are tailored for beginners through to competitive athletes.
Beyond the mats, Angry Monkey is committed to giving back, hosting an annual Fight For Sud Ouest charity event and running after-school programs for youth. Whether your goal is fitness, competition, or camaraderie, Angry Monkey MMA is ready to help you achieve it.
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