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Egley Train Academy | Boise
4.8 ★★★★★ 215 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Boise, Idaho
Plan your first class
- 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 4–12) — 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 egleytrain.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 208-291-8321
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 AM, 12–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–6:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7 AM, 12–1 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–6:30 AM, 12–1 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6–7 AM, 12–1 PM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | 1–3:30 PM |
The classes they run
“The coaching strikes a great balance between fundamentals and practical application, and the level of detail in techniques has helped me make consistent progress.”
“What really sets Egley apart, though, is how well they work with kids.”
“Now a clean dojo is wonderful but the No Gi class I attended taught by Michael was exceptional.”
“Now a clean dojo is wonderful but the No Gi class I attended taught by Michael was exceptional.”
“Whether you're looking to compete, get in shape, or just learn self-defense, Egley Train Boise Jiu Jitsu is the place to be.”
“In summary, Egley Train Boise offers an outstanding experience for anyone looking to learn self-defense, improve their fitness, or simply join a supportive and dynamic community.”
“Whether you are brand new or have trained for years, this is a great place to learn something new, improve your fitness, and do it along a great group of individuals.”
Other martial arts here
“I highly recommend it to anyone interested in Jiu Jitsu or Muay Thai!”
“Not to mention the wrestling coach is phenomenal.”
What members say
“Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Michael Egley, and his staff are among the elite instructors in Idaho.”
“It’s a welcoming environment that has an excellent balance of focussed training, great rolls, skills education and deliberate high level Rolls for the advanced.”
“The grappling experience is everything I was looking for, the other athletes that train here are all tough and very friendly and approachable if you’re new and need help.”
“The classes are well-structured, focusing on technique, strength, and endurance, while also emphasizing the importance of discipline, respect, and camaraderie among students.”
“The academy also hosts seminars, workshops, and competitions, providing ample opportunities for students to deepen their practice and test their skills.”
“The atmosphere was extremely friendly and the academy was without a doubt one of the cleanest dojos I’ve had the privilege of training in.”
From the reviews
I have been coming to Egley Train Boise for a little bit now and it has been an absolutely transformative experience. From day one, the atmosphere has been welcoming and supportive, creating a perfect environment for both beginners and advanced practitioners to thrive.
The training is top notch a with a balance of skill levels for every one. It’s a welcoming environment that has an excellent balance of focussed training, great rolls, skills education and deliberate high level Rolls for the advanced.
Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Michael Egley, and his staff are among the elite instructors in Idaho. The instruction, like the facility is top tier. The academy is clean, inviting and friendly.
I've been training at Egley Train Boise Jiu Jitsu for 2 months, and I can't say enough good things about this place! The facility is top-notch, always clean, and well-maintained. The atmosphere is incredibly welcoming, making it an ideal environment for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
New to BJJ? Start at Egley Train Academy | Boise
Egley Train Academy | Boise 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 Egley Train Academy | Boise
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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