# Alliance Jiu-Jitsu Arroio do Meio

> Arroio do Meio, Brazil | #<Affiliation:0x00006323e4e1fc88>

## Overview

**Name:** Alliance Jiu-Jitsu Arroio do Meio

**Affiliation:** #<Affiliation:0x00006323e4e1fc88>

**Description:** Alliance Jiu-Jitsu Arroio do Meio is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located in Arroio do Meio, Rio Grande do Sul, founded on February 6, 2010. Led by Professor Eduardo Friedrich, known as "Gigante," the academy is part of the prestigious Alliance Jiu-Jitsu team, one of the most successful BJJ organizations in the world.

The academy is best known for organizing the Copa Gaúcha de Jiu-Jitsu (CGJJ), a distinguished tournament series in Rio Grande do Sul that follows CBJJ rules and serves all jiu-jitsu categories. The competition is notable for its commitment to social inclusion, featuring a jiu-jitsu+ category specifically designed for autistic children and adults. The Copa Gaúcha 2024 season offers prizes in Brazilian reais for teams and absolute divisions, with trophies awarded to the top three teams in each category (Kids/Adult/Master/No Gi).

Alliance Arroio do Meio has produced competitive athletes who regularly win medals at regional and national competitions, demonstrating the high quality of training provided by Professor Eduardo Friedrich and his team. The academy maintains the Alliance tradition of technical excellence and competitive success while fostering an inclusive environment for practitioners of all ages and abilities.

**Status:** Active

## Contact Information

**Address:**
Rodovia Prefeito Arnesto Dalpian, 1469 - Bela Vista
Arroio do Meio, Rio Grande do Sul, 95940-000, Brazil

**Phone:** (51) 99798-0499

**Website:** https://www.cgjj.com.br

**Social Media:**
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/cgjjoficial
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086137321186

## Hours of Operation

- Monday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
## Instructors


### Eduardo Friedrich - Black

**Role:** Head Instructor

**Bio:** Professor Eduardo Friedrich, known as 'Gigante' (Giant), is a highly accomplished black belt competitor and instructor. He has won 13 Gaúcho championships across two weight categories and is a 2-time South Brazilian champion. Professor Eduardo continues to compete at the master black belt level and has been instrumental in growing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the Arroio do Meio region by organizing the Copa Gaúcha de Jiu-Jitsu, an event that has attracted over 300 athletes and world champions.


## Programs

### Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** all_ages

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for all ages and skill levels



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**Last Updated:** March 01, 2026

**Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/brazil/rio-grande-do-sul/arroio-do-meio/alliance-jiu-jitsu-arroio-do-meio)