Founded in 2013 by Ty Reid, Superior Martial Arts has become the go-to place in Burnaby for exciting fitness classes and exceptional martial arts training. Having been involved in martial arts since the age of six, Ty eventually began working at his local facility in Toronto. When his sensei (teacher) became ill, Ty took over much of the management of the facility. When his sensei returned, Ty decided to move to Vancouver and start his own martial arts studio where he wouldn't be in competition with his childhood location.
“Initially, it was difficult getting funding for the place,” says Blake, part of the management team at Superior Martial Arts. “A few investors fell through and Ty ended up building most of Superior by himself. The drywall, tiles, repairing flood damage: He really put a lot of heart and soul into building this place, and it shows.”
“It’s a really dynamic and entertaining facility,” says Blake. “Martial arts training is a much more engaging and effective form of fitness than traditional weightlifting and treadmill exercise routines. You get fit while having fun. What’s better than that?”
