# Alliance Piracicaba Centro > Piracicaba, Brazil ## Overview **Name:** Alliance Piracicaba Centro **Description:** Alliance Piracicaba Centro is led by Professor Flávio Junqueira, a black belt under the legendary Fábio Gurgel. Born in Piracicaba in 1990, Flávio began training Jiu-Jitsu at age 14 under Professor Alessandro Bandeira. After earning numerous national and international titles at blue and purple belt, he became an instructor at 21. At 23, he moved to São Paulo to train at Alliance headquarters, one of the world's premier Jiu-Jitsu academies, under Master Fábio Gurgel. In 2016, Flávio won the Brazilian Championship at brown belt, and in 2017, he earned his black belt, becoming the 101st black belt awarded by Master Fábio Gurgel. His lineage traces through Mitsuyo Maeda → Carlos Gracie → Hélio Gracie → Carlson Gracie → Ricardo Delariva → Iliarde Santos → Fábio Gurgel → Flávio Junqueira. Alliance Piracicaba Centro offers comprehensive programs for all ages and skill levels, from Baby Eagles (3-5 years) to advanced adult classes. The academy emphasizes technical excellence, competition training, and character development, making it an ideal environment for both beginners and experienced practitioners. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** Rua Prudente de Moraes, 266 - Centro, Piracicaba - SP Piracicaba, Rio Grande do Sul, 13400-310, Brazil **Phone:** (19)99625-6913 **Email:** contato@academiaalliance.com.br **Website:** https://Academiaalliance.com.br **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliancepiracicabacentro/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ACADEMIAALLIANCE/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTFYlePJrv__fTu9SJQkOJg/ ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 6:00 AM - 8:10 PM - Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 8:10 PM - Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 8:10 PM - Thursday: 6:00 AM - 8:10 PM - Friday: 6:00 AM - 8:10 PM - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Sunday: Closed ## Instructors ### Flávio Junqueira - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Flávio Junqueira was born in Piracicaba, São Paulo, Brazil in 1990. Although born in a large city, Flávio spent much of his formative years in the countryside, where his sporting life began. As early as 5 years old, Junqueira started practicing rodeo related activities, becoming particularly proficient at Team Roping (heading and heeling), a sport he played to a national level up until his 17th birthday. At the age of 14, Flávio added jiu-jitsu to his daily activities, starting with professor Alessandro Bandeira. Grappling became an important part of Junqueira’s lifestyle, a commitment that led to fantastic results in the colored belt scene, particularly as a blue belt. Junqueira’s competitive life was slowed down as he turned 21, a time when he started coaching BJJ as well. 2 years later, his competitor mindset dictated that he moved to São Paulo (capital) to join one of the top grappling institutions in the nation, Alliance’s headquarters (Matriz) , a gym led by Fábio Gurgel . After joining Alliance “Matriz”, as a purple belt, Flávio returned to his good form, conquering several important international titles. This strong sporting period led to Flávio’s promotion to the black belt rank, a promotion held in December 2017, led by Mr. Gurgel. In the process, Junqueira became coach Fábio’s 101st black belt promotion. In 2018, after years spent as a competitor, Junqueira returned to the coaching profession, opening his own Alliance affiliate in his hometown of Piracicaba, quickly producing a world champion as an instructor with athlete Roberta Medeiros. ## Programs ### Fundamentals **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Beginner-friendly BJJ program focusing on core techniques and positions **Classes:** ### Intermediate **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Intermediate BJJ program for students developing their game **Classes:** ### Advanced **Skill Level:** Advanced **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Advanced BJJ program for experienced practitioners **Classes:** ### Open Mat **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Free training session for all levels **Classes:** ### Baby Eagles (Little Eagles) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Fun and educational BJJ program for young children ages 3-5 ### Kids 4-6 Anos **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** BJJ program for children ages 4-6 **Classes:** ### Kids 7-10 Anos **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** BJJ program for children ages 7-10 **Classes:** ### Kids 10-15 Anos **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** BJJ program for teenagers ages 10-15 **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 01, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/brazil/rio-grande-do-sul/piracicaba/alliance-piracicaba-centro)