Anchorage Grappling Academy
About
Anchorage Grappling Academy offers comprehensive training across multiple martial arts disciplines including MMA, boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, and kickboxing. The gym features a diverse team of experienced instructors, including BJJ black belts with competition credentials, a Kung Fu San Soo black belt, and specialized kids' jiu-jitsu instruction. Members benefit from both gi and no gi classes in a clean, well-maintained facility that hosts events like women's submission tournaments.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently describe the gym as having a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere where newcomers feel like they belong immediately. Reviewers praise the high level jiu jitsu instruction, safe training partners, and lack of egos among members. Specific compliments highlight the clean facility, supportive environment that balances fun with training goals, and excellent coaching staff. Multiple reviewers mention enjoying special events like women's submission tournaments and appreciate how the gym makes everyone feel at home.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Alex Pulido
4 months ago
Dropped in while in town for Thanksgiving. Super cool group and chill vibes. High level jiu jitsu with very safe training partners and no egos. Easy number one choice if looking for a place to train.
Kenny Shiflett
7 months ago
Greta gym! Great people! The coaches were amazing, and I didn't feel like an outsider. They made me feel right at home, like I had been there the whole time, with big laughs, and genuinely good people!
Eric Cafmeyer
3 months ago
An amazing gym with great instructors. Both gi and no gi classes are really good. Highly recommend.
Elizabeth Nicolai
a year ago
Our children have been coming here for classes for almost a year. The instructors are kind but firm. The atmosphere is supportive and balances fun with training goals.
Megan Moody
3 years ago
Last weekend was my first time going in their Academy. Very clean facility and super friendly! I went for their Women’s submission only charity tournament, it was sooooo much fun! I really hope they do it again next year!
paymentsMembership
$100/mo (Adults), $80/mo (Kids)
Contact
1300 E 68th Ave Unit 109, Anchorage, AK 99518, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 6:00 – 7:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Friday: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Jeremiah Williams
Instructor
BJJ Black Belt (certified 2017), 3-0 MMA record, Pan-Am & Masters World competitor
Started BJJ in 2007. Competitor at all levels. Also trained in wrestling, boxing, and kickboxing. Black belt from Mauricio 'Tinguinha' Mariano.
Lilan Smith
Instructor
Started martial arts with Tae Kwon Do at age 8. Training BJJ and Acro Yoga since 2013. Integrates balance and precision from yoga into Jiu-Jitsu.
Brandon Bibee
Instructor
2nd degree BJJ Black Belt, 1st degree Kung Fu San Soo Black Belt, 3x Alaska state submission grappling champion
Started martial arts at age 5. Training BJJ since age 8. Over 20 years teaching experience in Jiu-Jitsu, Kung Fu, and self-defense.
Matthew Krueger
Assistant Kids Jiu-jitsu Instructor
Purple Belt
Helps with kids classes. Started jiu-jitsu in 1999. Trains with his own children.
James Marchetti
Instructor
Brown Belt
Teaches lunch class. Emphasizes strong foundation, proper order, and frames from construction background. Parents 21 kids.
Steve Saccone
Instructor
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt
Began BJJ at 22, earned black belt after 15+ years of training and competing worldwide. Focuses on community, confidence, and positive learning.
Brady Stamey
Instructor
Black Belt in grappling
Blends technique with humor. Teaches self-defense in a fun, engaging environment.
James Oliver
Instructor
Jiu-jitsu instructor and bartender. Teaches grappling techniques with a mix of fun and practical skill.