Kids · ages 6–9
Kids
Focus, respect, and simple safety skills adapted to each student’s age and experience.
See kids trainingChesterville · North Dundas · Est. 2024Modern Budo, carried forward under Sōke Robert Panneton. Meet our lineage ↗Train for
Train for
what matters.
Practical self-defense and Jiu-Jitsu for kids ages 6–9, teens ages 10–14, adults ages 15+, and adult first responders, with training adapted to each student as they build more confidence.
New student offerTry your first 7 days free.Take a full week to experience Vanguard. If you enrol, your first month of membership is free.
Explore Jiu-Jitsu programsBuilding leaders, inspiring confidence
Hero discount for first responders & military•Lead. Protect. Empower.•Chesterville Command•Hero discount for first responders & military•Lead. Protect. Empower.•Chesterville Command•
Free 7-day trial · then your first month is free when you enrol
Training that travels with you. Build calm, capable habits for the mat, home, and real-world moments.
Start with clarity. Your first 7 days are free, so you can experience the room before deciding. Enrol afterwards and your first month is free.
20+years of experience
40+five-star reviews
4bilingual instructors
3weekly class windows
Programs for every protectorA strong start.
A strong start.
A steady practice.
Every class is structured around technique, respect, and individual progress. Choose the room that fits your stage of life.
Teens · ages 10–14
Teens
Situational awareness, leadership, and calm confidence adapted to each student’s age and experience.
See teen training
Adults · ages 15+
Adults
Reality-based self-defense, Jiu-Jitsu, functional fitness, and stress resilience adapted to each student’s age and experience.
See adult training7 days free · first month freeBook Free IntroCall 343-309-9224Text 343-309-9224
Kids & teens
Confidence, awareness, and practical safety skills that travel from the mat into everyday life. Explore anti-bullying classes.
Women’s self-defense · adults 15+Build your
Build your
own calm.
Adult women ages 15+ can train in our women’s self-defense program. Sessions are adapted to each student’s age and experience, with real-world safety skills in a grounded room that makes space for questions, boundaries, and steady progress.
- Situational awareness you can use anywhere
- A full 7 days free to find a comfortable start
- Practical repetition without pressure
- Confidence built through calm control
Chesterville class scheduleFind your
Find your
training window.
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings plus Friday and Saturday sessions. Instruction is bilingual in English and French.
Kids · ages 6–9
Little Protectors
Tuesday & Thursday
Saturday
Teens · ages 10–14
Teen Protectors
Tuesday & Thursday
Saturday
Adults · ages 15+
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
Tuesday & Thursday
Saturday
NEW · STARTING JANUARY 2027
SPORT MMA
Get in early and ask about the new Monday class. We’ll help you find the right place to start.
Mondays · WEEKLYKids & Teens
Mondays · WEEKLYAdults
Throws, grappling, and striking.
Sport MMA brings together throws, grappling and striking with functional fitness and controlled sparring. It also includes the bi-weekly Friday Fight Night shown in the schedule.
Designed around: Kids & Teens ages 10–14 and adults ages 15+ in two clear training categories. Training is adapted to each student’s age and experience, and beginners need no prior experience.
Practical application for real life.
Self-Defense Techniques is the practical, reality-based application of the academy's Japanese Jiu-Jitsu and Budo curriculum to real-world situations. Training focuses on awareness, escapes, control and de-escalation.
Who it's for: Adults ages 15+, plus kids and teens.
TuesdaySelf-Defense Techniques
ThursdaySport MMA: Throws–Grappling–Striking
Friday · bi-weeklySport MMA Fight Night
Your first visit
What happens during your 7-day free trial?
Your first 7 days are free—a relaxed, no-pressure way to see how the dojo works and try the training. No experience or fitness needed. Explore our Jiu-Jitsu programs before you book, or come with your questions and we’ll take it one step at a time.
Meet the lead instructor
You'll be welcomed by Renshi JP Perron, founder of Vanguard and architect of the Senshōgo-Ryū system.
Ask anything you want
No question is too small. Bring every question you have about training, safety, scheduling or getting started.
Learn about the dojo and how we run
A walkthrough of the academy, our dojo rules and etiquette, and what to expect on the mats.
Learn our style
How Vanguard blends traditional Japanese Jiu-Jitsu and Budo discipline with modern, reality-based self-defense through the Senshōgo-Ryū system.
Get on the mats
Practise some breakfalls and throws with Renshi JP himself, so you actually try the training instead of just watching.
Simple membershipTrain together.
Train together.
Stay consistent.
Keep the focus on showing up, learning, and becoming more capable.
The Warrior Path
$129.99 / month
Unlimited access to age-appropriate classes for one person. No long-term contract.
Train Together
$299.99 / month
Up to 3 household members. Ask about special family rates for community heroes.
Those Who Serve
$115 / month + HST
First responders, military, nurses, and corrections professionals receive our hero rate.
HERO DISCOUNT FOR FIRST RESPONDERS & MILITARY
PoliceFireEMS / ParamedicsMilitary & VeteransCorrectional & SecurityDispatchers / 911
See first-responder trainingThe Senshōgo-Ryū methodThe three pillars
The three pillars
of protection.
Our curriculum gives every age group a shared language for readiness, leadership, and shielding.
Sen · Readiness
Kids: Notice, listen, and recognize safe choices.
Teens: Read pressure, distance, and changing situations.
Adults & first responders: Prepare the body and mind before a moment becomes urgent.
Shō · Guardian-Lead
Kids: Use respectful voices and ask for help.
Teens: Lead with responsibility, not aggression.
Adults & first responders: Make calm decisions that protect people around you.
Gō · Shielding
Kids: Build boundaries and simple responses.
Teens: Apply control under pressure.
Adults & first responders: Protect yourself, your family, and your community.
Senshōgo-Ryū is a contemporary, reality-based system of Japanese Jiu-Jitsu evolved from traditional Budo Ryu principles — literally translated as ‘The School of Stepping Forward to Protect.’
It moves the focus away from point-based sports competition toward practical, real-world self-protection and survival.
Training prioritises managing force efficiently under pressure — standing defences against sudden attacks, joint controls and escapes that use leverage rather than strength, and pressure-tested mechanics that hold up when adrenaline is high and conditions are unpredictable.
The people behind the practiceFull instructor
Full instructor
lineup.
Experienced, bilingual instructors who care about how students learn—not just what they can do.
Founder · Senshōgo-Ryū architect
Renshi JP Perron
20+ years training and teaching, active police officer, and bilingual English/French instructor. JP’s classes connect calm decision-making to skills that work under pressure.
Trusted beyond the dojoTwo active-duty police officers on the team · military training foundation · training for local police departments and By-Law enforcement
5th Dan · 17+ years
Shihan Chris Neves
Senior instructor helping students connect precise technique to confident application.
English + French instruction
4th Dan · experienced instructor
Renshi Justin Lamadeleine
Karate and Jiu-Jitsu roots, with a focus on precise, practical fundamentals and thoughtful progressions.
English + French support
3rd Dan · 18+ years
Renshi Vincent Courchaine
Renshi Vincent is a senior instructor and a cornerstone of Vanguard’s teaching team—instrumental to how the dojo runs and how students progress. He carries both the traditional and modern sides of the curriculum, teaching with patience and clarity while meeting students where they are and building them up step by step.
Bilingual English + French
A living lineageUnder Sōke
Under Sōke
Robert Panneton.
Vanguard Self-Defense Academy operates under Sōke Robert Panneton, 10th Dan Grandmaster and founder of Organisation Jiu-Jitsu International. Meet our lineage.
What our community says
Google Reviews
Real words from the families and students who train at Vanguard.
Google
★★★★★Parent · Google Review
Agathe Gramet-Kedzior
“Excellent dojo! Bilingual instruction, strong sense of community, and instilling the values of discipline and commitment in our children. We’ve been here since opening day in 2024 and this high standard has never wavered. JP is a dedicated sensei; he leads by example and truly values his students and their families.”
★★★★★Parent · Google Review
Jessica Langlois
“My son discovered a new level of confidence and focus at Vanguard. The instructors are patient, professional, and always make safety a priority.”
★★★★★Parent · Google Review
Elizabeth Renwick
“Couldn’t ask for a better place to be! Clean and relaxing environment. I drive my son 45 minutes just to be a part of JP’s dojo and wouldn’t change it for the world! JP knows how to make the weight of the world feel as if it were nothing.”
★★★★★Adult Student
Mark D.
“I was incredibly nervous starting as a beginner adult, but the environment here is so welcoming. After just a few months, I feel more confident and safe in my daily life. The instructors truly care about your individual progress. It's been the best decision I've made for my fitness and safety.”
★★★★★Parent
Sarah M., Embrun
“The change in my son’s confidence was visible after just a few weeks. He’s more focused at school and treats others with a lot more respect. The instructors are incredibly supportive and reassuring.”
★★★★★Parent
David L., Winchester
“Finding a family-focused dojo in Chesterville that offers bilingual instruction was a game-changer for us. Our daughter loves the drills and the sense of community. It’s practical, safe, and exactly what we were looking for to help her develop real-world life skills.”
★★★★★Parent
Marc A., Cornwall
“The Protector Mindset is something they teach that really stuck with my teen. It’s not just about fighting; it’s about leadership and knowing how to handle pressure. Worth every minute of the drive.”
A clear first step
Ready when you are.
Take a full 7 days to see how Vanguard feels. If you enrol afterwards, your first month is free.
Beginners are welcome. No experience needed.Find the dojo
5 King Street
Chesterville, Ontario K0C 1H0
Serving North Dundas, South Dundas, South Stormont, and nearby communities
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Book your 7-day free trial.
Meet the instructor, see the Chesterville dojo, and use your first week to try the training. No experience or pressure required.
First month free. After you enrol · New students only.
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