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OUR STORY
Student Stories
Real stories from Alliance families and students in Eagle and East Boise
Families
Kapena & Keilikea Dela Rosa EAGLE
"Alliance has become so much more than a place to train. It has become a second home for our family." Read More
When we moved from Hawai'i to Idaho, we wanted an academy with exceptional instructors and a community that felt like family. From day one, everyone welcomed us with open arms. The people here are some of the best you'll ever meet. The coaches truly care about each student's growth on and off the mats. We are incredibly fortunate to be learning from some of the best instructors around, including Coral Belt Alexandre “Gigi” Paiva, one of the founders of Alliance and the inventor of the X-guard. All the coaches here are outstanding instructors whose passion for jiu-jitsu is evident every day. It's rare you find a place where people push you to become your best while making you feel like you genuinely belong.

Alliance has become so much more than a place to train. It has become a second home for our family. Our daughter loves being here, and we've watched her grow in confidence, respect, discipline, and friendships through Jiu Jitsu. As for me, I've found a community that challenges me, supports me, inspires me to improve every day, and reminds me why I fell in love with jiu-jitsu in the first place.

This is home for us now, and we are truly grateful and blessed to be part of the Alliance family. Read Less
Amy Priddy EAGLE
"The instructors are knowledgeable and genuinely care about the kids and their training." Read More
We love Alliance Jiu-Jitsu. It's a fun environment and our kids love going. As a mom, I really appreciate the open schedule concept — the gym is clean and the family watching area is great. Read Less
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Our students

Brent & Shane Kinsman
EAGLE

"Gigi, Dani, Lucas, and the rest of the coaching staff provide world-class instruction right here in the Treasure Valley." Read More

My brother Brent and I moved to the Treasure Valley in late 2024, and one of our first priorities was finding a new jiu jitsu academy. It didn't take long to discover Alliance, and choosing to root ourselves there was an easy decision.

From day one, we were welcomed by supportive coaches and an instant sense of camaraderie from our new teammates. It was exactly the kind of environment we were hoping to find.

Gigi, Dani, Lucas, and the rest of the coaching staff provide world-class instruction right here in the Treasure Valley. Since joining, our skills have improved tremendously and our jiu jitsu standards have been raised to a new level.

Whether you're brand new to jiu jitsu or you've been training for a while, Alliance is a place where you can learn, grow, and be part of an exceptional community. I can't recommend it highly enough!

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Matt Lampe
EAST BOISE

"Victor always pushes me to be better and is a great role model." Read More

I always look forward to my time on the mats at Alliance. The Jiu Jitsu is world class, but more important is the discipline and self-improvement that comes with it. Victor always pushes me to be better and is a great role model and friend!

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Chantel Elkins
EAST BOISE

"If you've ever felt intimidated to try Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, I can't recommend Alliance enough." Read More

As a middle-aged woman stepping onto the mats for the first time, I was understandably nervous about starting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. From day one, the team at Alliance Jiu-Jitsu made me feel completely welcome and supported. The atmosphere is friendly, respectful, and inclusive, regardless of your age or experience level. One of the things I appreciate most is the emphasis on safety. The instructors take the time to teach proper technique, encourage controlled training, and foster an environment where everyone looks out for one another. I've never felt pressured to do more than I'm comfortable with, which has allowed me to build confidence while learning. If you've ever considered trying Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu but felt intimidated, especially as an adult or a woman, I can't recommend Alliance Jiu-Jitsu enough. It's a place where you'll be challenged, encouraged, and supported every step of the way.

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