IMAI - Idaho Martial Arts Institute
About
The Idaho Martial Arts Institute offers comprehensive training in mixed martial arts, judo, and karate. The gym is led by a team of highly credentialed instructors, including Head Jiu Jitsu Coach Tracy Basterrechea, who holds black belts in both Kodokan Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Head Judo Coach Tim Wilson, a 4th degree black belt in Kodokan Judo. Additional expertise comes from Competition Judo Coach Steve Viera and instructor Rome Acapon, both accomplished black belts with national coaching and refereeing credentials. This depth of experience ensures students receive professional instruction across multiple disciplines.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members describe IMAI as the best judo club in the valley, emphasizing its premier status for top level instruction in judo and jiu-jitsu. Reviewers consistently praise the quality of coaching and the institution's dedication to martial arts excellence. No specific concerns are mentioned in the available reviews, with feedback focusing entirely on positive training experiences.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (2)
M D
a year ago
Best Judo club in the valley
RedViking
7 years ago
IMAI is a premier institution dedicated to top level instruction in martial arts of judo and jiujitsu.
paymentsMembership
$40/mo
Contact
1223 E Watertower St, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Thursday: 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Tracy Basterrechea
Head Jiu Jitsu Coach
Black belt in Kodokan Judo, Black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, USA Judo National Coach
Head Jiu Jitsu coach for IMAI. National competitor and coach in Judo. Also a police defensive tactics instructor. Focus on competition and community.
Steve Viera
Competition Judo Coach
4th degree black belt (Yodan), USJF Bronze level National Coach
Competition Judo coach for IMAI. Started Judo in 1968. Emphasis on building strong values and anti-bullying.
Rome Acapon
Instructor
Black belt (Shodan) in Judo, Certified National Judo referee
Started Judo at a young age in Hawaii. National competitor and medalist. Currently a Certified National Judo referee.
Tim Wilson
Head Judo Coach
4th degree black belt (Yodan) in Kodokan Judo, USA Judo Intercontinental Coach
Head Judo coach for IMAI. National and International medalist. Former member of San Jose State University and Olympic Training Center Judo Teams. Focus on sport competition.