UNION MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY
Union Martial Arts was founded in 2013 by Maestro Mark Anastacio, in Ontario. Through a decade of experience and over a hundred students, Union Martial Arts has found a home in NW Calgary. Once four walls and mats, the academy has become a home away from home for our community. We developed our curriculum to ensure every member can achieve and perform at their highest potential. Our team is proudly responsible for building confidence. Our world class instructors manifest our goals by leading our students through confidence, discipline, self-defence, honour and integrity.
INSTRUCTORS
MARK ANASTACIO
● Kuntao Karate: 6th Degree Red-White-Blue Belt/Maestro
● Kali: 6th Degree Black Sash/Maestro
● Union Martial Arts: Founder & Owner
● Anastacio Kali Association: Founder
● World Bais Tres Manos Board of Directors - Chairman
● National CPR & First-Aid Certified
Mark is the director and founder of Union Martial Arts and also the youngest awarded maestro (Master) in the World Bais Tres Manos Federation. Mark emphasizes the discipline and hard work in the gym is far more valuable than a trophy. With his high level of experience, he combines his knowledge in martial arts and teaching ability to deliver results to all his students. Mark is an innovator in developing new teaching methods and drills to teach through his life passion to others.
NEL MARCELOUIS
● BJJ: Purple Belt
● Union Martial Arts Calgary: Head of BJJ Program
● CBJJF, Grappling Industries & More Gold Medalist
Coach Nel has been training for almost a decade, starting his BJJ journey in 2015. He has competed in CBJJF, Submission Ace, Mind Body Soul and Grappling Industries to name a few. He has also taught for over a year at various gyms. Coach Nel has been doing martial arts in for over a decade and is also a student of our kickboxing & kali classes.
JOANNA NG
● Certified Yoga Instructor
● Level 3 Early Childhood Educator
Joanna has been teaching yoga for over a decade. She completed her initial 200 hour Teacher Training with The Yoga Studio College of Canada, 300 hour Advanced training with Inspired Yoga and Wellness, 300 Hour Advanced training with Back to Mobility and Yin Yoga training with Bernie Clarke and Debby Sereda.
She utilizes her knowledge to create calming and inspiring classes, to help others connect on a deeper level to their true nature. Her focus is based on the energetic benefits of Yoga, and how to create balance through the breath, awareness, and alignment of each posture.