BJJ Gyms in Chilliwack, Canada

Brasil Wellness Center was founded in 2011 by husband-and-wife team Dean Toews and Roberta Cruz-Toews in Aldergrove, British Columbia. The center uniquely combines Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Hatha Yoga under one roof, offering a holistic approach to wellness that addresses both physical fitness and mental well-being. Operating as a Curucuruland BJJ affiliate under Professor Rodrigo Pagani, the academy provides world-class instruction rooted in authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu lineage. Head instructor Dean Toews holds a black belt personally awarded by Saulo Ribeiro and brings extensive international training experience from Brazil, including ongoing programs at Ribeiro Jiu Jitsu in Niterói and Curucuruland BJJ. His competition resume is impressive, with medals at IBJJF Pan American Championships, Seattle Open, and international tournaments in Brazil and Europe. Dean's teaching methodology emphasizes both technical excellence and character development, fostering an environment where students learn discipline, respect, and confidence alongside effective self-defense skills. The academy offers comprehensive programming for all ages and skill levels, including kids self-defense and bully-proofing classes (ages 7-12), teens and adults BJJ, women-only classes, No-Gi submission grappling, Muay Thai/kickboxing, wrestling, and yoga instruction led by certified instructor Roberta Toews-Cruz. The training philosophy emphasizes the freedom to fail as essential for growth, being a good training partner, humility, and consistency as the key to long-term success. With classes throughout the week and a welcoming community atmosphere, Brasil Wellness Center serves as both a high-performance training facility and a supportive environment for personal development.