About Alliance Jiu Jitsu London

Our History & Mission

Alliance is the most successful competition team in history, with 14 World Championship titles. Our London academy brings this elite methodology to the UK, offering a welcoming environment for everyone—from hobbyists to world-class competitors.

Alliance Jiu Jitsu London

Part of the World's Premier

Alliance BJJ Gym Network

Founded in 1993 by Romero “Jacaré” Cavalcanti, Fabio Gurgel, and Alexandre Paiva, Alliance has become synonymous with technical BJJ. At Alliance Jiu Jitsu London, we strictly follow this proven curriculum, ensuring that every student receives the same high-quality instruction found in our headquarters in São Paulo.

Explore our state-of-the-art facilities a The Academy page.

Expert Black Belt Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructors | Alliance London

Black Belt Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructors

Learn from Expert

Quality instruction is the backbone of our success. Our mats are led by certified instructors who embody the technical precision Alliance is known for. Whether you are putting on a Gi for the first time or looking to sharpen your competition game, you will be guided by some of the most experienced coaches in the city.

More Than Just a

Martial Arts School

We pride ourselves on building a strong, respectful, and disciplined community. Our mission is to provide a safe and professional space where students can reach their full potential through the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Technical Innovation and Tradition

We balance the traditional values of martial arts with modern, innovative grappling techniques to keep our students at the forefront of the sport.

World

Champion Team

The Alliance team is currently one of the most influential Jiu Jitsu associations in the world, founded in 1993 by Romero “Jacare” Cavalcanti, Fábio Gurgel and Alexandre Paiva. It is comprised of more than 300 school affiliates around the world and has more than 30,000 members worldwide. Alliance is also the only academy to have won the World Championship IBJJF title 15 times.

Alliance Jiu Jitsu Team

Our

Methodology

Alliance Jiu Jitsu has the most efficient teaching methodology in the world.

The levels are separated into beginner, intermediate and advanced, in addition to classes for women and exclusive classes for children. An original, modern, unique and successful teaching methodology developed by the Alliance team that encourages constant progress.

Benefits of

Jiu Jitsu

Self confidence

Improve your self-esteem and boost your sense of confidence with Jiu Jitsu. The art is very effective in building a strong character, self-confidence and discipline that lasts beyond the mats.

Self-defence

Jiu Jitsu is the art of self-defence with an emphasis on technique over strength, perfect for those who are smaller or weaker than their attacker and perfect for real-life situations.

Less stress, more happiness

Jiu Jitsu increases the release of endorphins, which increases your happiness and overall well-being while reducing stress and anxiety. After training, you'll feel energised and motivated to meet the day's challenges.

Body toning

During Jiu Jitsu training, the whole body is stimulated, leading to muscular toning.

Physical strength

Jiu Jitsu helps you increase your cardiovascular capacity significantly. This is because Jiu Jitsu combines ground exercises with aerobic exercises.

Weight Loss

Jiu Jitsu is an excellent exercise that provides the benefits of aerobics, weight training and flexibility. When performed regularly, Jiu Jitsu will help you lose weight, gain muscle and maintain a healthy lifestyle. On average, each class burns about 500 to 1,200 calories!

Visit us today and see why we are the global leaders in BJJ education.

Experience Alliance Jiu Jitsu London

Meet

Our Team
Henrique Rezende

Head Coach

Henrique Rezende is a Jiu Jitsu black belt under Fábio Gurgel. As an athlete, Henrique has achieved impressive titles in multiple circuits, including 1st place No-Gi World Championship Black Belt IBJJF. In 2021, Henrique won as the best Jiu Jitsu coach of Alliance São Paulo team.

Main Achievements

• Best coach 2021 AllianceSP
• Black Belt under Fábio Gurgel
• No-Gi World Champion Black Belt IBJJF
• 2x No-Gi Pan Ams Champion Black Belt

Meet

Our Team
Henrique Rezende

Head Coach

Henrique Rezende is a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under Fábio Gurgel. As an athlete competitor, Henrique has achieved impressive titles in multiples circuits, including 1st place No-Gi World Championship Black Belt IBJJF. In 2021, Henrique won as the best Brazilian jiu-jitsu coach of Alliance São Paulo team.
Main Achievements:

• Best coach 2021 AllianceSP
• Black Belt under Fábio Gurgel
• No-Gi World Champion Black Belt IBJJF
• 2x No-Gi Pan Ams Champion Black Belt

Black Belt Jiu Jitsu Instructors

Meet

Our Team
Renata Marinho

Coach

Renata Marinho is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Fábio Gurgel. Renata is a multiple-time world champion, considered one of the best female middleweights in the world. Renata is also an experienced Jiu-Jitsu professional coach with vast experience in teaching kids and adults and has a fantastic ability to encourage women to learn self-defence techniques through Jiu-Jitsu.

Main Achievements

Black Belt

• 4x Word Champion IBJJF
• 4x Word Champion CBJJ
• PanAmerican Champion IBJJF

Meet

Our Team
Renata Marinho Moreira

Coach

Renata Marinho Moreira is a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under Fábio Gurgel. Renata is multiple-time world champion, considered one of the best female middleweights in the world. Renata is also an experienced Brazilian jiu jitsu professional coach that has been teaching kids and adults, specially encouraging women to learn techniques of self defence through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu methodology.

Main Achievements:

Black Belt

• 4x Word Champion IBJJF
• 4x Word Champion CBJJ
• PanAmerican Champion IBJJF