About Us

Team Goblins is a place of respect, discipline, and fun. It is the Comox Valley’s premier martial arts training center offering daytime and evening Brazilian Jiu – Jitsu (BJJ) classes for all ages from tots to seniors. Our coaches Jochem Juurlink, and Adam Morden set the curriculum and lead our BJJ classes.

Our Coaches have decades of experience in Coaching and the Martial Arts. We look forward to meeting you all and getting to share the mats and our passion for Jiu Jitsu with all of you!

WHAT TO EXPECT

At Goblins Martial Arts Academy, our main focus is learning and growing both as martial artists and as people. We have the goal to bring knowledge to our students with each and every class, in an intimidation, and ego-free environment. Each of our students is encouraged to help those that need it, and work with one-another at any pace , regardless of skill level. Our Classes are structured and safe. The class is kept interesting by teaching something new with every class. We strive for virtuosity not only mastering the fundamentals of each technique, but also all the little details that mean the difference between success and failure. If you are looking to train your body, and mind, Goblins Martial Arts Academy is the place to be.

 

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NEWS AND EVENTS

Class Schedule Change!

Tuesday and Thursday daytime Gracie Combatives classes are both at noon-1pm. Hopefully this will help decrease confusion around class times and what class is when

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Adam Morden

Owner/Coach

Adam has been coaching martial arts and fitness since 1999, with over 25 years of hands-on experience in Boxing, Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Mixed Martial Arts. He is known for his deep technical knowledge, approachable demeanour, and passion for helping people unlock their potential.

As both owner and head coach, Adam leads programs for adults, kids, and teens. He has a natural talent for connecting with younger students, creating a fun, structured environment where they can build confidence, discipline, and resilience—on and off the mats. Adam is especially gifted at making newcomers feel at ease, no matter their age or background. His friendly, inclusive coaching style helps students—both men and women—feel welcomed, supported, and empowered from their very first class.

His favorite part of coaching is watching people accomplish things they never thought possible, and then witnessing how that mindset shift impacts every area of their lives. Whether you’re just starting your journey or looking to level up your skills, Adam brings the experience, positivity, and leadership to help you succeed.

Areas of Specialization:

  • Gracie Jiu-Jitsu (Adults & Youth)
  • Movement and Mobility
  • Striking (Boxing and MMA)

Jochem Juurlink

Coach

Coach Jochem has been training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since 2011, He received his black belt in 2024 from Professor Don Whitefield.  Jochem is an outstanding coach who wants to spread his love of Jiu Jitsu.  

Areas of Specialization:

  • BJJ Blackbelt
  • Gracie Combatives
  • Master Cycle
  • Gracie Teens

Kevin Nowottnick

Muay Thai Coach
Kevin Nowottnick has practiced martial arts for 42+ years and has been teaching martial arts for over 37 years. He holds a degree in Kinesiology and has a career as a Kinesiologist, Strength and Conditioning Coach and Personal Trainer spanning more than 32 years. He is a second-generation Jeet Kune Do Concepts/FMA instructor, a Black Belt in ITF Tae Kwon do, a certified Boxing Coach with Boxing BC/Coaching Association of Canada, and a certified Kickboxing Coach with WAKO. He is a specialist in strength and conditioning for combat sport athletes and martial arts practitioners. His career has given him many opportunities to coach athletes training on Provincial and National Teams; competing at Pan Am, Commonwealth, World and Olympic games; as well as coach MMA athletes from amateur events to the professional stage of the UFC, providing coaching in striking and strength and conditioning. 
His striking coaching combines the best of systems and styles (Muay Thai, Dutch Kickboxing, Boxing, FMA and Jeet Kune Do Concepts), along with the methods and principles of current exercise science and strength and conditioning. 
His passion is in coaching, mentoring and helping martial artists and aspiring combat sport athletes, develop the skills and habits to succeed on the mat, in the ring, the cage and in life. Helping each one find the champion within.

Areas of Specialization:

  • Muay THai
  • JKD Concepts
  • Strength and Conditioning
  • ITF Tae Kwan Do

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