We are closed Sunday Dec. 24th-Jan.1st.
We will be back fully open on Tues. Jan. 2nd 2024
From all of us at Alliance Jiu-Jitsu Academy we wish you Happy Holidays.
Check out a heart warning review from one of our students who trained with us for 2 years and has finished University and moved to England. This is our 129th 5 x STAR Google Review.
If you’re interested at all in starting or improving your BJJ or learning kickboxing, Alliance Kelowna is the place to go. For context, I started there in March 2022 and trained consistently with Alliance until recently moving out of Kelowna.
From the moment I walked through the doors - despite knowing no one and having no previous martial arts/combat sports experience - I felt so welcomed and a part of the team there. Gym owners Sean and Melissa are some of the friendliest and most generous people I know - from when I first started, they helped me with anything I needed and were always encouraging of all questions. The culture at the gym is fantastic - everyone is friendly, respectful, and wants to help each other out. There is an atmosphere of encouragement so that everyone feels both motivated to try their best but also can take it at their own pace and within their personal comfort zone. I would highly recommend this gym for women wanting to train in particular - this is a very safe place for you!
All BJJ instructors I’ve had at Alliance (including Jimmy, Kristian, and Kody, and Kleber) are incredibly patient and also incredibly knowledgeable. The current coach, Kleber Brito, is a fourth degree black belt; he not only is very technically skilled but is an excellent teacher. He does a fantastic job of breaking down complex techniques into steps for beginners to understand, often adding extra detail for those more experienced, so that everyone can come away from class having learned something new. Kleber is always happy to roll with his students and always makes it a great learning experience for all levels.
I’d recommend this gym to everyone, regardless of experience. The high quality of instruction and wide variety of training partners at all belt levels helps create a great learning environment for anyone looking to compete, demonstrated by the many kids and adults bringing back metals from local competitions. I competed in BJJ twice under Alliance Kelowna at local BC Absolute competitions and felt very supported in the weeks leading up to them, with coaches and all training partners (especially higher belts) going out of their way to help me improve, discuss a game plan, and allow me to refine specific techniques.
My experience kickboxing with Alliance has also been phenomenal. My coach, Paul, has been an excellent teacher and mentor since I started. Similar to my BJJ experience, Paul was so patient and made me feel so comfortable and supported each class I took. He does a great job of teaching a class of mixed experience levels, such that you’ll learn something new regardless of skill level. There is the option (but no obligation) to live spar Wednesdays for the last ~15 mins at the end of class which really challenged me to improve in a safe and supportive environment. As with BJJ, there is a huge culture of respect and encouragement in these classes. In addition to these classes, Paul also has gone out of his way to support me when I inquired about sparring in boxing at a different gym to supplement my training. He volunteered time one-on-one with me to make sure I felt comfortable and prepared for boxing, which ultimately resulted in a fantastic and rewarding experience for me.
It’s also worth noting that the gym itself is very clean, and I’ve never heard of anyone getting any sort of infections from dirty mats (which I’ve heard horror stories about at other gyms!).
Overall, I can’t say enough good things about Alliance Kelowna. It was very bittersweet leaving this gym and the wonderful people who train there, but I hope this review will be the final step of encouragement for someone to take that scary first step and try out a free class! For someone with no prior experience - like me when I started - I would HIGHLY recommend giving Alliance Kelowna a shot. You won’t regret it!
Kate Arpin
Save 20% off Private Classes! Take advantage of these great savings and invest in yourself with our private Kickboxing classes. Our experienced instructors will cater your class to help you reach your goals and at your experience level.
Muay-Thai Kickboxing is a full body workout and also the most effective striking martial art for self-defense. Muay-Thai Kickboxing is called “The Art of Eight Limbs” as you will learn how to punch, kick, elbow and knee your opponent. With this style of kickboxing you’re also going to increase you’re flexibility, muscular and cardio-vascular endurance while having fun at the same time. All the classes are 100% focused on you so with private classes you’ll learn Kickboxing faster and more efficient.
1 x hour Private class is on sale for $80 - Regular $100. This is good for up to 2 people to attend together. Perfect for you and another family member.This sale will end when we can reopen our group classes.
Note: All health board protocals will be in place to ensure you have a safe and fun class.
This sale won’t last long and there is limited spacing so contact us today to book your free private.
Cheers,
Sean McHugh - owner
250-460-2558 or alliancekelowna@gmail.com
At Alliance JIu-Jitsu - Kelowna we also specialize in Muay-Thai Kickboxing. Private classes 100% of the instructors attention is on you and the workouts are catered to your needs and skill level. Muya-Thai Kickboxing is also know as the “art of eight limbs”. You’ll learn to punch, kick, elbow and knee. This is a full body workout and a valuable skill set for self-defense.
From beginner to advanced our instructors are here to help you meet your goals in a fun and supportive learning environment.
Well it’s be a whirlwind for the last 3 months for everyone dealing the Covid-19 health crisis. We are lucky in British Columbia we got a hold on it and the BC movement announced today June 22nd that we are now in Phase 3 for business to re-open. We are excited to announce we are going to open again for our group classes on Monday July 6th while still following the Health Boards protocols. which we will be sending out soon.
Here is our new summer schedule from July to August 2020.
If you have any questions please contact Sean at 250.460.2558 or alliancekelowna@gmail.com.
During the quarantine of the Covid-19 crises, keep being active. These are new and strange times for all of us. You're gym is closed and you're stuck in your house with a couch and Netflix. Sitting on your butt can be pretty easy and become inactive can become a habit real quick.
So you usually have schedule when life is normal so it's time to start to scheduling your workouts while you're at home. If you are not sure how to work out there is a ton of free youtube channels to follow for fitness workouts and martial arts workouts. You just need to find the one that works best for you and your situation. '
Feel free to write in the comment section below if you need a suggestion for a channel to check out or if you have a good channel that you would like to share with us.
Just keep moving and we'll get through this together.
Cheers, Sean
* Happy International Women’s Day *
March 8th is International Women’s Day. It’s a day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements.
Also Kicking some ass!
* Happy New Year *
Hello 2020! The new year is upon us and we at Alliance Jiu-Jitsu Academy couldn't be more excited. Come out and say hello to Kelowna's prefer martial arts school feature classes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay-Thai Kickboxing. From beginners to advanced we have all you need under one roof.
Contact us today to book your FREE class now.
See you on the mats,
Sean McHugh
owner/head instructor
Alliance Jiu-Jitsu Team - Kelowna
Our very own Mitch Burke won the WKL - World Kickboxing League Belt with a 7 second KO over his opponent in the first round. Mitch who currently lives in Penticton but makes the drive to Kelowna to train at our academy with Coach Chad and our Kickboxing team.
Mitch Burke has been fighting in the Battlefield Fight League (BFL) as an amateur since 2013 and is on the cusp of earning his black belt in sport-specific striking. He said his interest in mixed-martial-arts (MMA) and kickboxing arose after he saw a televised fight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) league.
You can read about Mitch here in the Penticton Times
Mitch is looking to go Pro in 2020 and is need of sponsors. If you are interested in sponsor Mitch, our academy or any other of our athletes, please contact me, Sean Mchugh.
Sean McHugh
Alliance Jiu-Jitsu - Kelowna
250.460.2558 or email alliancekelowna@gmail.com
A short motivational video with the legendary Joe Rogen.
Joe Rogen is a long term UFC broadcaster, TV star, stand-up comic and host his own podcast the Joe Rogen Experience with over 6 million subscribers. Joe is also a life long martial artist and has a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under the legend Jean Jacques Machado and 10th Planet Black Belt under Eddie Bravo
Private Kickboxing Classes with professional hockey player Jared and his fiancé professional Influencer Jordan have been doing private Kickboxing classes with me for over a year now..
There friend Lucy came in and made a fun promo video of one of their classes. Get the most out of your workout by booking us for a private kickboxing, Jiu-Jitsu or self-Defense class. Contact us today so you don’t miss out. We’re booking-up fast!
Contact Sean to book your appointment or to get more information at 250.460.2558 or email us at alliance@gmail.com.
See you on the mats!
From all of us at Alliance Jiu-Jitsu - Kelowna we wish all the moms around the world the happiest Mothers Day
Muay-Thai Kickboxing Inspirational video! if you want to be successful you need to do what most people won’t do. Are you up for it!
A Great Short Documentary of MMA try outs at Tiger Muay Thai in Thailand. MMA competitors from all around the world have come out to try and win a spot for a year long sponsorship at Tiger Muay-Thai. Watch what hard training is all about as the instructor push the pace to weed out the weakest lint and award their sponsorship to the best candidate’s.
The Benefits of Martial Arts is so much more than just learning self-defense. Majority of our students are coming to find a new way of staying active, meeting new people and being in a positive a supportive community. Come out and try a FREE class and see what all the excitement is about.
Cheers,
Sean McHugh
Are you and your friends interested in experience an intro workshop for Kickboxing? Then message us now and get the details on how you can have a private workshop or attend one of our many seminars. This way you can experience the thrill of Kickboxing in the comfort with friends and or family.
Our availability times get booked fast so contact Sean McHugh at 250.460.2558 or alliancekelowna@gmail.com to reserve your session.
We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Cheers,
Sean McHugh
Check out this video of 10 benefits of Martial Arts
2019 is already upon us and we are excited to keep growing the team! Our class schedule is already-up and running. We have classes for beginners to advanced in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and all-levels Muay-Thai Kickboxing. Don’t forget to ask about our Intro-Membership for new members.
If you’re interested in our private classes and or seminars contact us contact us today as days and times are limited due to our current demand.
See you on the mats,
Sean McHugh
Owner/Head Instructor
We will be closed this Saturday Nov. 10th and Monday Nov. 12th for the Remembrance Day Long Weekend. Lets take the time to show respect and honour for those who have fallen.
All the best to you and your families,
Sean McHugh
