Alliance Jiu Jitsu — Excellence, Family, and Tradition
Welcome to Alliance Jiu Jitsu Huntington Beach — where world-class instruction meets real community. Since opening our doors in 2025, we’ve become a trusted space for families and individuals looking to grow stronger, more confident, and more focused through the practice of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Our mission is to support students of all ages, from toddlers to adults, by offering a structured and safe environment that brings out the best in every person who steps on our mats. We’re not just teaching martial arts — we’re helping shape life skills like discipline, patience, respect, and courage.
With over 7,400 square feet of space and more than 4,000 square feet of clean, top-quality mats, our facility is one of the largest and most advanced in the area. Designed with families in mind, our school includes multiple showers, open viewing areas, and a layout that supports both training and community.
What sets us apart is our blend of tradition and innovation. Our instructors are world-class athletes and mentors, bringing decades of experience and championship-level expertise to every class. Whether you’re looking for your child to build focus, or you’re an adult ready to get in shape and learn something new — you’re welcome here.
The Founders, Vision, and Global Impact
In the 1980s, Master Romero Cavalcanti — known as Jacaré — trained two rising black belts, Fabio Gurgel and Alexandre Paiva. As each began building successful academies, they frequently crossed paths at competitions, often facing off against each other. Though the rivalry was born from mutual respect, it divided athletes who shared the same roots.
To shift that dynamic, the three leaders joined forces in 1993 and founded Alliance, a team built on loyalty, shared vision, and technical excellence. Their goal was simple: compete together, grow together, and build something bigger than any one academy.
By 2014, as their schools flourished and new affiliates emerged worldwide, the founders formalized the Alliance Association. This structure helped unify their training methods and introduced proven management systems to strengthen every school under the Alliance banner.
Today, Alliance Jiu Jitsu has over 300 affiliates across the globe and has earned the title of 14x IBJJF World Champion Team. The roster of legendary athletes includes names like Sergio Moraes, Bruno Malfacine, Rubens “Cobrinha” Charles, Michael Langhi, Lucas Lepri, Gabi Garcia, and many more — all a reflection of the team’s unmatched commitment to excellence, unity, and growth.
At Alliance Jiu Jitsu Huntington Beach, we carry this legacy forward — offering world-class training with a strong foundation in respect, family, and tradition. When you train with us, you’re not just part of a local school. You’re part of one of the strongest Jiu Jitsu teams in the world.
Where It Started. How It Grew. What It Gives.
Over 2,500 years ago, Buddhist monks developed a method of self-defense that relied on leverage and positioning instead of strength or weapons. Their peaceful philosophy meant they couldn’t carry arms, so they studied natural movement and body mechanics to protect themselves against attacks. This style of unarmed defense made its way to Japan, where it was embraced by the samurai. These elite warriors valued it as a powerful tool for close-quarters protection, especially when disarmed.
In 1920, Count Maeda Koma — a Japanese Jiu Jitsu champion — brought the art to Brazil. He was welcomed by Gastão Gracie and, in gratitude, taught the techniques to Gastão’s son, Carlos. But it was Carlos’s younger brother, Helio Gracie, who truly transformed Jiu Jitsu. Lighter and physically weaker than many opponents, Helio refined the techniques using timing, leverage, and control — proving that even a smaller person could defend themselves against much larger attackers. This evolution became what we now know as Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Jiu Jitsu teaches you how to stay calm, think clearly, and use technique to overcome strength. As students train, they develop better coordination, physical strength, and real confidence that carries into everyday life. The focus and discipline built on the mats often show up in school, work, and relationships. Whether you’re looking to get in shape, learn self-defense, or gain mental toughness, the benefits of Jiu Jitsu stay with you far beyond the classroom. It’s not just a workout — it’s a lifelong skill set you can count on.
Why Families and Students Choose Our School
We know how busy life gets — that’s why we’ve built a schedule that works for real families, working professionals, and students of all ages. With classes offered throughout the week, including evenings and weekends, Alliance Jiu Jitsu Huntington Beach makes it simple to stay consistent, whether you’re just starting or already advancing in your training.
From the moment you walk in, you’ll notice the difference. Our 7,400 square foot facility is spotless, open, and built for serious training. With over 4,000 square feet of mat space, multiple showers, and a strong emphasis on safety, you’ll find a professional environment that’s just as welcoming for kids as it is for adults. Parents love the visibility, and students love the energy.
This school is more than a place to train — it’s where friendships are built, confidence grows, and community matters. At Alliance Jiu Jitsu Huntington Beach, you’re part of a team that supports each other on and off the mats. From your very first class, you’ll feel the difference that comes from being surrounded by people who care about your progress, no matter your age or experience.
Photo Gallery
Take a look inside our school and see what makes Alliance Jiu Jitsu Huntington Beach a place people love to be. Our photo gallery highlights real moments from class, competition, and community events — the energy on the mats, the smiles off them, and the connection that brings it all together. It’s more than training — it’s family, focus, and fun all in one place.
