BJJ Gyms in Idaho, United States

CDA Jiu-Jitsu

CDA Jiu-Jitsu is the premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, offering world-class instruction in a welcoming, high-energy environment for kids, teens, and adults. Founded in 2022 by Professor Shawn Lawrence, an IBJJF Certified Black Belt and National Coaches Education Program Silver Coach, the academy is affiliated with Master Rigan Machado and the Rigan Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Association. Professor Shawn Lawrence brings over 15 years of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience to CDA Jiu-Jitsu. He earned his black belt in 2022 under Master Rigan Machado, a global Jiu-Jitsu icon and member of the legendary Machado Brothers. Professor Shawn's competitive record includes 18 gold, 14 silver, and 10 bronze medals across numerous tournaments. In 2025, he achieved a milestone by winning the IBJJF No-Gi World Championship. Before his Jiu-Jitsu journey, Shawn served as a U.S. Navy Deep Sea Diver for four years and worked in commercial steel sales for 28 years, bringing discipline, precision, and leadership to his teaching. CDA Jiu-Jitsu's training philosophy emphasizes technical excellence, character development, and personal growth both on and off the mats. The academy offers programs for all ages and skill levels, including fundamentals classes for beginners, advanced training for experienced practitioners, kids programs (Little Lions ages 7-14), and No-Gi grappling. With a supportive community atmosphere and instruction grounded in international standards of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, CDA Jiu-Jitsu positions itself as the premier academy in the Inland Northwest for students seeking championship-level training with humility and respect.

208 Jiu-Jitsu Academy

208 Jiu-Jitsu Academy is a family-friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school in Nampa, Idaho, that implements the TruJitsu system. The academy focuses on practical, effective techniques rather than flashy moves, with concepts that have been proven and tested at the highest levels of competition by athletes at every belt level, fitness level, gender, and age. TruJitsu emphasizes what works in real situations and competitive environments. The academy is led by Professor Sam Campanella, a 3rd-degree black belt, and Professor Melissa Campanella, a 1st-degree black belt. Both instructors come from one of the most established pedigrees in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, with lineage through Mitsuyo Maeda, Carlos Gracie, Hélio Gracie, Carlson Gracie, Ricardo Delariva, Iliarde Santos, and Robert Baker. Professor Sam is a former college football player who began training BJJ in 2006 after watching a YouTube highlight of Dean Lister, and he earned his black belt on March 17, 2015. Professor Melissa started training in 2010 after heavy influence from Professor Jill Baker and earned her black belt on December 5, 2020. Both professors have years of successful coaching and competition experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling. 208 Jiu-Jitsu Academy offers a comprehensive schedule with classes for all ages and experience levels, including Adult All Levels classes (morning, afternoon, and evening sessions), Women's All Levels classes (gi and no-gi), Kids classes (ages 4-13), No-Gi classes, Open Mat sessions on Saturday and Sunday, and Competition Prep training as needed. The academy provides a welcoming environment for complete beginners and seasoned grapplers alike, with discounts available for active military, veterans, first responders, teachers, and families.