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Alliance

15X

MEN'S WORLD
CHAMPION

10X

WOMAN'S WORLD
CHAMPION

4X

YOUTH WORLD
CHAMPION

MORE THAN

30K

STUDENTS

MORE THAN

300

AFFILIATES IN 31 COUNTRIES
WORLDWIDE

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OUR FOUNDERS

Baby Eagle
MESTRE ROMERO JACARÉ
"Jacaré" Cavalcanti
The program is designed for young children, focusing on motor development and the discovery of new physical and intellectual skills.
Little Eagle
MESTRE ALEXANDRE PAIVA
"Gigi" Paiva
Alexandre Paiva began training Jiu Jitsu in 1983 with Professor Jacaré in Ipanema. He trained an average of 8 hours per day, began to stand out among the students, and started competing as a blue belt. In 1991, he earned his black belt from Jacaré and started a new phase in his career. 
He is currently our head coach.
Eagle Warrior
MESTRE FABIO GURGEL
“General” Gurgel

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OUR TEAM

Fabio Gurgel

Alexandre Paiva Genovesi

7th degree CORAL BELT

Eagle Location

Master Alexandre is co-founder of Alliance Jiu-Jitsu and a world class mentor, with over 35 years of experience. He was IBJJF Black Belt World Champion in 1999 and has coached multiple world champions throughout his career.

Fabio Gurgel

Victor Genovesi

Black Belt - 3rd degree

East Boise Location

Professor Victor Genovesi is a high-level competitor, IBJJF World Champion and passionate instructor with over 13 years of black belt experience, promoted by Master Alexandre Paiva. He is an active elite-level athlete , currently serving as the head coach of Alliance East Boise , leading the team both on and off the mats.

Romero Cavalcanti

Daniela Genovesi

Black Belt - 6th degree

Eagle & East Boise Location

Professor Daniela is a truly remarkable figure, excelling not only in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu but also across multiple endurance sports. IBJJF Black Belt World Champion in 2000 , she was promoted by Master Alexandre Paiva and brings over a decade of experience.

Romero Cavalcanti

Antonio Genovesi

Purple Belt

Eagle Location

Professor Antonio is a young and technical competitor who brings energy and precision to his teaching. He is also an active high-level athlete , competing regularly and contributing to the academy’s growing competition team.

Romero Cavalcanti

Lucas Machado De Oliviera

Black Belt - 2nd degree

Eagle Location

Professor Lucas Machado De Oliveira is an exceptional competitor and dedicated coach with 21 years of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under the legendary Alexandre Paiva.

Romero Cavalcanti

Lunna Vieira 

Black Belt

Eagle Location

Professor Lunna Vieira is a dynamic athlete and committed instructor, with a strong foundation in Jiu-Jitsu and a deep passion for sharing the art with students of all ages. She was promoted to black belt by Master Alexandre Paiva in 2022 and is also a IBJJF World Champion , bringing excellence and energy to every class she leads.

Romero Cavalcanti

Yoko Saito-Thompson

Communications Manager

Purple Belt

Yoko joined our team in 2024. She is highly organized, dedicated, and brings clarity and efficiency to internal and external communication. Yoko is also a committed Jiu-Jitsu student, constantly evolving on and off the mats.

Romero Cavalcanti

Bea Genovesi

Social Media Specialist


Beatriz has been with us since 2023 as our Social Media Specialist . Kind and attentive, she brings years of experience in social media and public relations, helping to share the voice and values of our academy with authenticity and care.