# Alliance Ottawa > Ottawa, Canada ## Overview **Name:** Alliance Ottawa **Description:** Alliance Ottawa is part of the Alliance Team, one of the most successful Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teams in history. Founded in 1993 by Romero "Jacare" Cavalcanti, Fabio Gurgel, and Alexandre Paiva, Alliance is recognized as one of the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu schools in the world, known for their technicality, quality, and professionalism. With over 300 affiliated schools spread throughout Brazil and the world, Alliance has produced hundreds of World Champions, including over 25 at the black belt level. Alliance Ottawa operates under the "Champion's Attitude" philosophy, which emphasizes awareness of the journey and focusing on the present moment rather than the result. The academy believes that the greatest victories come to those who don't settle for mediocrity, encouraging students to go beyond the basics to achieve incredible results. This mindset has helped Alliance produce 15x Male World Champions, 10x Female World Champions, and 4x Juvenile World Champions, with over 30,000 students spread across 31 countries. The academy offers a comprehensive curriculum for all ages and skill levels, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced programs for adults, as well as specialized programs for children (Little Eagles ages 4-6, Kids ages 7-11, and Teens ages 12-15). Training follows Alliance's exclusive modular system, focusing on proper technique progression, self-defense movements, and sequential movement combinations. Classes are available throughout the week with morning, afternoon, and evening sessions to accommodate different schedules. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 2161 Thurston Drive, Ottawa, ON, Canada Ottawa K1G 6C9, Canada **Phone:** 613-319-7951 **Email:** info@bravemai.com **Website:** https://allianceottawa.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliancebjj_ottawa/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Alliance-Jiu-Jitsu-Team-Ottawa-110722157032735/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDzN6HTMyxI&t ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM - Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM - Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM - Thursday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM - Friday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Sunday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM ## Pricing ## Programs ### Beginners **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** This teaching module is totally exclusive to Alliance. It is aimed at beginners who will learn the basics of jiu-jitsu, allowing students to focus on techniques more easily. Includes self-defense movements, proper thinking, and sequential movement combinations. Duration: 60 classes leading to 2 stripes white belt. **Classes:** ### Intermediate **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Intermediate level program for students who have completed the beginners module (60-150 classes). Builds on fundamental techniques with more advanced positions and strategies. **Classes:** ### Advanced **Skill Level:** Advanced **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Advanced program for blue belt and above practitioners. Focuses on high-level techniques, competition preparation, and refinement of existing skills. **Classes:** ### Competition **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Competition-focused training for all skill levels. Emphasizes tournament strategies, live sparring, and match preparation following Alliance's championship-winning methodology. ### No-Gi BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training without the gi, focusing on wrestling-based techniques and submission grappling similar to MMA training. **Classes:** ### Muay Thai **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Traditional Muay Thai kickboxing training covering striking techniques, clinch work, and conditioning. **Classes:** ### Little Eagles **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for young children, focusing on coordination, discipline, and basic movements in a fun, engaging environment. ### Kids BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Comprehensive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for children ages 7-11, teaching fundamental techniques, self-defense, and building confidence through martial arts. **Classes:** ### Teens **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program designed for teenagers ages 12-15, bridging the gap between kids and adult programs with age-appropriate instruction. --- **Last Updated:** March 03, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/canada/ottawa/alliance-ottawa)