Ipe Dojo

Ipe Dojo Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes in Toronto. High quality programs in a welcoming environment.

Our prime focus is encouraging students to seek the best in their lives. We aim to promote the importance of physical activity and strong personal values, cultivating the health of the mind and body through physical activity but also through the fostering good moral character. At Higashi Canada we place the utmost importance on inclusivity and safety. We believe that martial arts should teach peac

e, kindness and humility on the mats and off. Our program has classes for children, youth and adults - including dedicated women only sessions several nights a week. While many of our students thrive competitively, our focus is not competition but creating well-rounded Judoka and Jiu-jitsuka. Higashi Canada is lead by Sensei Jose Eudes Perez Monteiro and Sensei Ana Beatriz De Lima Felix. Sensei Jose is a 6th dan coral belt in Judo, 3rd dan black belt in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and a 2nd dan black belt in Aikido. Sensei Ana is a 3rd dan black belt in Judo and a 1st dan black in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

THE ELITE PATHWAY 🥇When people see a medal, they see the result.What they don’t see are the early mornings, the extra tr...
06/17/2026

THE ELITE PATHWAY 🥇

When people see a medal, they see the result.

What they don’t see are the early mornings, the extra training sessions, the long drives, the sacrifices, the setbacks, and the countless hours spent chasing improvement.

At Ipê Dojo, the Elite Pathway is more than a competition program.

It is a long-term commitment to growth, discipline, resilience, and excellence, on and off the mat.

Through coaching, education, travel opportunities, competition support, and significant investment from families and the dojo itself, our athletes are given the tools to pursue their highest potential.

Over the next four weeks, we’ll take you behind the scenes of the Ipê Competition Team and share the people and systems that make high performance possible.

Because champions are never built alone.

Welcome to the Ipê Elite Pathway.

☝🏼Part 0 of 4.

THEY NEED TO BELIEVE IN THEMSELVES.Every child faces challenges.Some are shy.Some struggle with confidence.Some are afra...
06/15/2026

THEY NEED TO BELIEVE IN THEMSELVES.

Every child faces challenges.

Some are shy.
Some struggle with confidence.
Some are afraid to fail.
Some simply don’t realize what they are capable of.

The goal of martial arts isn’t to create fighters.

It’s to help children discover their own strength.

Through Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, they learn to overcome obstacles, handle setbacks, show respect, and keep moving forward when things get difficult.

Every fall becomes a lesson.
Every challenge becomes an opportunity to grow.
Every small victory becomes proof that they can do more than they thought possible.

Because the strongest defense against bullying isn’t aggression.

It’s self-belief.

WHAT ARE YOU REALLY SIGNING UP FOR?Most parents think they’re signing their child up for Judo or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.The...
06/10/2026

WHAT ARE YOU REALLY SIGNING UP FOR?

Most parents think they’re signing their child up for Judo or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

They’re not.

They’re investing in something much bigger.

A place where children learn to listen, work hard, face challenges, respect others, and keep going when things get difficult.

The throws, takedowns, pins, and techniques are important.

But they’re just the vehicle.

What we’re really teaching is how to be a better teammate, a better friend, and a stronger, more confident human being.

Years from now, most children won’t remember every technique they learned.

They will remember the lessons.

And those lessons stay with them for life.

- Respect
- Discipline
- Confidence
- Resilience

The belt isn’t the goal.

The person they become is.

⛩️ Judo Is For Everyone 🥋☝🏼Today we welcomed four new black belts into the Ipê Dojo family.As I looked at them standing ...
06/09/2026

⛩️ Judo Is For Everyone 🥋☝🏼

Today we welcomed four new black belts into the Ipê Dojo family.

As I looked at them standing together, I couldn’t help but think about how different their journeys have been.

Philip, at 16 years old, became the youngest black belt in our dojo’s history. Years of training, growth, victories, setbacks, and perseverance brought him to this moment.

Denis, at 70 years old, became our oldest black belt ever. His achievement is proof that it is never too late to challenge yourself and pursue a meaningful goal.

Nicolas grew up on these mats. As the son of two sensei, he has spent his entire life in the dojo, carrying both the privilege and the pressure that comes with it. Today, he earned a black belt that is entirely his own.

Victor, one of Ipê Dojo’s very first students from white to black belt, he balanced Judo with the responsibilities of being an immigrant, a father, and a hardworking professional. Through it all, he never stopped showing up.

Four black belts.

Four different stories.

One shared lesson.

Judo is not about age, background, or where you start. It is about perseverance, humility, respect, and the courage to keep moving forward.

A 16-year-old and a 70-year-old stood side by side today, proving that there is no single path in Judo.

Only the decision to keep coming back to the mat.

Congratulations Philip, Dennis, Nicolas, and Victor.

Judo truly is for everyone. 🥋🖤💛

SHE BELONGS HERE. 🥋Strength has nothing to do with gender.It’s built through discipline.Through hard training.Through sh...
06/08/2026

SHE BELONGS HERE. 🥋

Strength has nothing to do with gender.

It’s built through discipline.
Through hard training.
Through showing up when things get difficult.
Through learning to fall and getting back up again.

At Ipê Dojo, we don’t teach girls to be tough.

We help them discover that they already are.

💛 Confidence.
💛 Resilience.
💛 Focus.
💛 Determination.

Because confidence isn’t given. It’s earned on the mat.

☀️ Summer Camp 2026 is already filling up!We only have a few spots left across our camp weeks, and registrations are com...
06/05/2026

☀️ Summer Camp 2026 is already filling up!

We only have a few spots left across our camp weeks, and registrations are coming in fast.

Don’t miss out on a summer filled with Judo, BJJ, games, outdoor activities, arts & crafts, and plenty of fun on and off the mats.

📍 3385 Yonge St, Toronto (Lower Level)

📧 DM or Email us at [email protected] to save your spot before we’re full!

🥋 One Membership. Two Dojos. Unlimited Training. 🇨🇦Starting June 1st, our new Ipê Dojo schedule officially begins!As our...
05/25/2026

🥋 One Membership. Two Dojos. Unlimited Training. 🇨🇦

Starting June 1st, our new Ipê Dojo schedule officially begins!

As our dojo continues to grow, one of the biggest highlights has been the incredible success of our Saturday Little Judoka program ❤️

Because of the amazing response from our families, we are officially adding a THIRD Little Judoka class on Saturdays! 🎉

Watching so many young kids build confidence, discipline, friendships and love for martial arts has been truly special for us.

Thank you to every family, student and coach helping us build Ipê the right way:
with quality, care and real martial arts. 🥋

📅 New schedule starts June 1st 2026
📍Ipê Toronto
📍Ipê Woodbridge

05/18/2026

🎶 One Team! One Team!
Strong hearts. Fast feet. 🔥🥋🇨🇦

05/17/2026

Helena Martins de Oliveira 🇨🇦🥋

2x Canadian National Champion 🥇🥇🇨🇦
𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝗜𝗽ê 𝗘𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲® 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲.

After winning the Canadian National Championship in 2025, Helena’s goal for this season became clear: gain international experience and continue developing herself against some of the best young athletes in the world. 🌎🔥

Representing Team Canada, Helena competed and trained this season in Spain, Portugal, Germany and Poland, gaining valuable experience every step of the way.
🇪🇸🇵🇹🇩🇪🇵🇱

2026 season results:

Ontario Open 🥇
Quebec Open 🥈
IJF Montreal Cup 🇨🇦 — 5th
IJF Poznan European Cup 🇵🇱 — 7th

International judo is never easy, especially at this level. But competition after competition, Helena keeps proving she belongs there. 🇨🇦🔥

Special thanks to the people working hard behind the scenes and helping build this journey every day:


05/17/2026

Prokhor Reshetnikov 🇨🇦🥋

Canadian National Champion 🥇🇨🇦
𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝗜𝗽ê 𝗘𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲® 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲.

A season full of growth, experience and big results:

Ontario Open 🥈
Quebec Open 🥇
Edmonton International 🥇
Ontario Winter Games 🥇
U15 Pan American Championships 🇵🇪 — 5th place
Campeonato Paulista 🇧🇷 🥈

From Canada to Brazil to the Pan American stage, Prokhor keeps gaining experience and proving himself against some of the best young athletes around the world.

AGORA BORA VAI 🥇judoexchange

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