
Krav Maga and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in North York Toronto
Build Confidence and
Learn to Protect Yourself
200+ Five Star Reviews on Google
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"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. "
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“I have trained to high levels in two martial arts. However, after taking Krav Maga classes at HOC I must say that I feel much more confident in my ability to defend myself. The techniques are specifically taught for that purpose, and the teaching is first class.”
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"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."
TRAIN FOR A BETTER LIFE
Get physically and mentally strong so you can safeguard the life you work for and the people who matter.
PRACTICE WITH PURPOSE
Learn street-proven self-defence that keeps you safe in the modern world. No to kata, yes to weapons defence.
Select a Program
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Kids Martial Arts
Build confidence, independence, and resilience!
✔ Classes by age groups: 4 - 6, 7 - 11, 12 - 15
✔ Fitness, confidence, and respect
✔ Make new friends
✔ Practical self defence skills + bullying prevention
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Adult Martial Arts
Improve your physical and mental health with martial arts!
✔ Krav Maga and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
✔ Classes for beginner and advanced students
✔ Friendship and community
✔ Fitness & Self Defence
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Women's Self Defence
Take control of your personal safety!
✔ Specialty classes for girls and women ages 12+
✔ Navigate the world with more confidence and less fear
✔ Build situational awareness and scenario-specific skills
✔ Compassionate coaches & safe environment
About House of Combat
You deserve reality-based dogma-free martial arts and self-defence training that works on the mat and on the street.
From your first class, you will discover practical techniques, 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-defence in Toronto for 30+ years. After a decade of training and competing in traditional combat sports, including taekwondo, boxing, kickboxing, and wrestling, he turned his focus to self-defence, mastering the two most effective styles for personal protection to combine uncommon expertise. He holds a second-degree Black Belt in Counter-Terror Krav Maga under Nir Maman and an IBJJF-registered Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Professor Hugo Fevrier.
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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-defence 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.
Trusted by Experts
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Nir Maman, CT 707 Founder
“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.”
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Ilan Muallem, Actor & BJJ Black Belt
“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.”
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Derek Ratcliffe, CAF Veteran
“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.”

How to start training
01 Register
Choose a zero-contract monthly membership ($135 - $225).
02 Book
Schedule your first class.
03 Train
Enjoy learning new skills in a safe and friendly environment!
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Safety and security for everyone.
House of Combat is a martial arts and self-defence school in North York, Toronto. Open seven days a week with 30+ weekly Krav Maga and 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
Fear often leads us to act—or fail to act—in ways that are downright detrimental to our safety. We bury our heads in phones, consuming fear and feeding off the adrenaline it provides us. We amplify it by talking and sharing without ever taking action. Our fight-or-flight system is always active, yet too overwhelmed to function as intended.