Red cornerStand-up
Striking
Muay Thai, the art of eight limbs. Punches, kicks, knees and elbows, plus the clinch. Technique, pad rounds and partner drills built for every level.
- Adult Striking
- Rebel Teens Striking
516 Martin St · Penticton, BC
Join theRebellion.
Grappling, striking and kettlebell fitness for adults, teens and kids in downtown Penticton. Your first week is free. Beginners start on day one.
Three corners.
Most people come in for one and stay for all three. Striking and grappling sharpen each other, and the kettlebell work keeps you in the fight for the last round.
Blue cornerGround
Grappling
Fighting on the ground and in the clinch. Takedowns, guard, sweeps, passes and submissions. Classes run morning and evening, with programs for every age.
- Adult Grappling
- Little Rebels
- Young Rebels
- Rebel Teens
NeutralEngine
Fitness
Kettlebell conditioning and mobility without the fighting. Swings, carries, presses and circuits that build the strength and lungs a fight demands.
- Kettle Bell Fitness
Kids · Grappling
Little Rebels
Mon, Wed, Fri · 3:30–4:00pm
Youth · Grappling
Young Rebels
Mon, Wed, Fri · 4:00–5:00pm
Teens · Grappling + Striking
Rebel Teens
Grappling Mon, Wed, Fri · Striking Tue, Thu · 5:00–6:00pm
The week.
Classes run Monday to Friday. Book your spot online and arrive 10 to 15 minutes early for your first class.
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Duane JacobsHead coach · all classes
| Time | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00am | Kettle Bell Fitness | — | Kettle Bell Fitness | — | Kettle Bell Fitness |
| 11:00am | Adult Grappling | Adult Grappling | Adult Grappling | Adult Grappling | Adult Grappling |
| 3:30pm | Little Rebels Grappling | — | Little Rebels Grappling | — | Little Rebels Grappling |
| 4:00pm | Young Rebels Grappling | — | Young Rebels Grappling | — | Young Rebels Grappling |
| 5:00pm | Rebel Teens Grappling | Rebel Teens Striking | Rebel Teens Grappling | Rebel Teens Striking | Rebel Teens Grappling |
| 6:00pm | Adult Grappling | Adult Grappling | Adult Grappling | Adult Grappling | Adult Grappling |
| 7:00pm | Adult Striking | Adult Striking | Adult Striking | Adult Striking | Adult Striking |
StrikingAdult grapplingKids & teens grapplingFitness
Little Rebels runs 30 minutes; all other classes run one hour. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
First week free.
Unlimited classes in every program for seven days. Just book a class and show up in sports gear.
What to expect →Memberships · CAD per month
Pick your corner.
Every membership is unlimited classes in its programs, billed monthly. Start with a free week and decide after.
Adult plan finder
What do you want to train?
Striking / Grappling Bundle
$175 / month
Unlimited striking and grappling classes.
Adults
All AccessEvery program$199/mo
Striking / Grappling$175/mo
Grappling / Fitness$175/mo
Striking / Fitness$175/mo
Adult Grappling$135/mo
Adult Striking$135/mo
Fitness / MobilityStrength & conditioning$99/mo
Kids & Teens
Kids All AccessGrappling + striking$135/mo
Kids GrapplingGrappling classes$99/mo
Kids Striking$99/mo
Add a childTo any adult membership$75/mo
Families can apply for KidSport and Jumpstart grants. See funding →
Families
2 adultsAll programs$225/mo
3 adultsAll programs$300/mo
4 to 6 membersAll programs$350/mo
Intro weekUnlimited, all programsFree
Your first class
What to expect.
No experience and no fitness test needed. Here's how a one-hour class runs, so nothing about your first night is a surprise.
−15 min
Arrive
Come 10 to 15 minutes early. We'll get your waiver done, show you around, and set you up with a trial gi or gloves.
0–10 min
Warm up
Movement drills, light cardio and the basic positions you'll use later. Go at your own pace.
10–30 min
Technique
Coach Duane shows one or two techniques step by step. You'll repeat them slowly with a partner until they click.
30–50 min
Drill it
Grappling: positional drills against light resistance. Striking: pad rounds and combinations in timed rounds.
50–60 min
Finish
Light rolling or a conditioning round, then a stretch. Ask questions after class; that's what it's for.
Bring
- Sports attireShorts or leggings and a t-shirt or rashguard. No zippers or pockets for grappling.
- Water bottleYou'll want it after the first round.
- Sandals or slidesFor walking off the mat to the washroom.
- Nothing elseWe have trial gis and gloves, so don't buy gear until you know you love it.
Mat rules
- Shoes off the matAlways. Bare feet on the mat, footwear off it.
- Short nails, no jewelleryTrim fingernails and toenails and leave rings and earrings at home.
- Clean gear every classWash your clothes, gi and wraps after every session.
- Tap earlyTap your partner or the mat to stop. There's no prize for waiting.
Your first week is free.
Seven days of unlimited classes in every program. Pick a class on the schedule and come try it.
See the schedule →Questions
Ask the coach.
The questions we hear most from new members. Anything else, email us or ask on the mat.
Grappling
Do I need to be in shape to start?
No. Grappling gets you in shape; you don't need to arrive that way. Beginners work at their own pace, and nobody is expected to keep up on day one.
What does grappling cover?
Takedowns, controlling positions on the ground, escapes and submissions. You learn to control a resisting partner using leverage and technique instead of strikes.
What's a gi, and do I need one?
A gi is the heavy cotton jacket and pants worn for grappling. You don't need your own to start. We have trial gis you can use during your first classes.
Is grappling safe?
Grappling is built around control, not strikes. When a hold gets uncomfortable you tap, and your partner lets go right away. Beginners start with drills and controlled rounds, not all-out rolling.
Can women train?
Yes. Grappling relies on leverage and technique over size, which is why it's one of the best martial arts for smaller people.
What do the kids' classes cover?
Little Rebels, Young Rebels and Rebel Teens learn the same fundamentals as adults, taught at their level. They build confidence, focus and fitness, and learn how to stay calm under pressure.
Striking
What style of striking do you teach?
Our striking is based on Muay Thai: punches, kicks, knees, elbows and the clinch. It's one of the most complete stand-up systems in combat sports.
Will I get hit in my first class?
No. Your first classes are technique, pad work and partner drills. Contact is always controlled, and you work with a partner at an agreed pace.
What gear will I need?
Nothing to start, since we have gloves you can borrow. Once you're training regularly, most people buy their own gloves, hand wraps, shin guards and a mouthguard. Ask us before you buy and we'll point you to the right sizes.
I've never done martial arts. Is that okay?
Most of our members started with zero experience. Every class teaches the technique from the ground up, and you'll be paired with someone who knows the ropes.
Is striking good for fitness on its own?
Yes. Pad rounds on a 3-minute clock are some of the hardest conditioning you'll do. Plenty of members train striking purely to get fit.
Can teens do striking?
Yes. Rebel Teens Striking runs Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:00pm.
Youth sport grants
Cost won't keep a kid off the mat.
Two programs help Penticton families pay for youth sport. Both cover kids' memberships at Rebellion. Here's how to apply.
$600 / child / year
KidSport
- Who
- Kids 18 and under living in Penticton and area
- Covers
- Registration fees for sport programs
- Apply
- Online through KidSport Penticton
$300 / child / year
Jumpstart
- Who
- Kids aged 4 to 18 in families that meet the low-income threshold
- Covers
- Registration and equipment costs
- Proof
- A current Canada Child Benefit statement
- Apply
- Online, before the program starts
How to apply.
You can apply to one or both programs. Grants are paid directly to the gym and credited to your child's membership.
1
Pick a program
Choose your child's membership from the pricing page. Try the free week first if you're not sure.
2
Get your invoice
Email us and we'll send a registration invoice with the program name, dates and cost. Both grants ask for this.
3
Apply online
Submit your application with KidSport or Jumpstart, attaching our invoice and any proof they ask for.
4
Start training
Once approved, the grant is paid to Rebellion and applied to your account. Jumpstart payments take 6 to 8 weeks.
Payee name for applicationsRebellion Combat Club Ltd.
Funding amounts and rules are set by each program and can change. Check their sites for the latest details before you apply.