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Alliance BJJ Lacey
4.8 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Lacey, Washington
Part of Alliance
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes (ages 5–6) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule alliancebjjwa.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (253) 343-3255
Hours
| Monday | 5:45–7:30 AM, 4–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:45–7:15 AM, 11:45 AM–1:15 PM, 4–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:45–7:30 AM, 11:45 AM–1:30 PM, 4:45–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:45–7:15 AM, 11:45 AM–1:15 PM, 4–7:45 PM |
| Friday | 5:45–7:30 AM, 11:45 AM–1:30 PM, 4:45–7:15 PM |
| Saturday | 9:15 AM–1:15 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“All of the instruction and classes were top notch from the fundamentals to the competition classes to the open mats.”
“There are classes for everyone; beginners, children, women's only and competitive individuals all have a welcoming place on the mats.”
“The women’s classes with female instructors are empowering supportive, technique-focused, and perfect for building confidence in a comfortable space.”
“Many of the higher belts have earned their ranks right here—along the way building lifelong friendships and collecting medals in competition.”
“All of the instruction and classes were top notch from the fundamentals to the competition classes to the open mats.”
“James and his team know how to motivate young athletes while teaching discipline, confidence, and self-defense in a fun and safe environment.”
“There are classes for everyone; beginners, children, women's only and competitive individuals all have a welcoming place on the mats.”
Other martial arts here
“His ability to blend high-level wrestling with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu creates a unique and powerful training experience.”
What members say
“Alliance is the best place to train jiu jitsu with some of the most skilled and knowledgeable instructors.”
“There are classes for everyone; beginners, children, women's only and competitive individuals all have a welcoming place on the mats.”
“There are classes for everyone; beginners, children, women's only and competitive individuals all have a welcoming place on the mats.”
“The women’s classes with female instructors are empowering supportive, technique-focused, and perfect for building confidence in a comfortable space.”
“My kids have gained real skills, discipline, and self-assurance through the children’s classes.”
“Many of the higher belts have earned their ranks right here—along the way building lifelong friendships and collecting medals in competition.”
From the reviews
The Lacey location has been good for our kids. The instructors are great at teaching new skills while being patient with kids. They provide a good balance of discipline but also having fun and games which is important for the little ones.
Alliance BJJ Lacey is hands-down one of the best martial arts gyms I’ve ever trained at in my 8 years of BJJ. The owner, James is a Veteran who served over 20 years, is a Greco-Roman All-American wrestler, and his expertise shows in every class.
Looking for a new hobby or hoping to regain your competitive edge? Alliance BJJ Lacey is the perfect place to do both! This veteran-owned academy promotes professionalism, respect, and genuine care for both the art and its athletes.
Alliance Jiu Jitsu in Lacey is a top tier Jiu Jitsu Academy in the PNW. Great Environment, Vibes and knowledgeable Instructors. If you are just starting your journey, hobbyist, or competitor. You get a little bit of everything. They have two great locations Lacey and Lakewood.
New to BJJ? Start at Alliance BJJ Lacey
Alliance BJJ Lacey comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Alliance BJJ Lacey
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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