Alliance Saratoga

Happy 4th of July! Open mat tomorrow at Saratoga Elite MA 10:00. No formal classes.

Attention! No formal classes on Saturday (4th of July) We will, however have a 10am adult/teen Jiu-Jitsu Open mat @saratogaelitema_ . All ranks welcome. Wilton Mall will be closed on the 4th. Wishing everyone a happy Independence Day.

Warrior Grappling announces inaugural event. BATTLE OF SARATOGA!!!

Honoring the Battle of Saratoga (1777), widely regarded as the turning point of the American Revolution, where American forces under Horatio Gates and the battlefield leadership of Benedict Arnold defeated British General John Burgoyne, helping secure French support and ultimately American independence. As our nation commemorates the 250th Anniversary of the Revolution, Warrior Grappling is proud to celebrate the history, community, and warrior spirit of our region. More history. More battles. More to come.

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Do You Have To Compete To Be A Legit BJJ Black Belt? Do you absolutely have to compete in order to be a legit Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt? Nick "Chewy" Albin shares his opinion.

Alliance Founder Fabio “The General” Gurgel talks about the historical aspects of our recent World titles and looking forward to the future of the team.

This was the plan all along. Master Fabio Gurgel reflects on Alliance capturing both the Men's and Women's Team Titles for the first time in 11 years, bringing the academy's totals to 16 men's titles and 11 women's titles. He explains how Alliance's success is built on innovation, developing new talent, and constantly evolving with the sport. According to Gurgel, this achievement wasn't a surprise, it was the vision from the very beginning. Hear his thoughts on Alliance's return to the top and the next generation carrying the team forward.

2026 WORLD CHAMPIONS!! Alliance just winning both the male and female divisions at this weeks IBJJF World Championships. Making us the 16x male, and 11x female World Team Champions. More than any other team in History.

New belts tested, from IBJJF Boston to Montreal. Professor Harrison Hatton, and juvenile blue Makaela Fox, both had solid first showings two weeks ago in Boston. Kicking things off with Professor Harrison, going the distance, falling short by only a few points against the #2 seed. Makaela, following a first round bye, was put right into the fire against 2026 Euro medalist Neve Marshall. Despite fighting hard, losing the match by submission. Earning bronze, Makaela signed up for the open class. Including not just Neve, but Clara Huon the top ranked competitor, and a 2026 IBJJF Pan American champion. Up first, a rematch with Neve Marshall, after giving up points early, Makaela was determined to see the match through. Scoring a sweep late in the match, coming very close to evening the score, before time ran out. Her final match being against Clara, who had submitted everyone she faced, including Neve . After defending multiple attacks, she too, eventually meeting the same fate, receiving another bronze, and plenty of lessons along the way. One week later, Professor James Bruchac and Harrison traveled to Montreal. On that day Professor Hatton secured his first win (16-4), and medals at black, eventually earning double bronze for the day. Despite going matchless, receiving uncontested gold, it was well worth the trip for Professor Bruchac, being able to coach one his black belts to victory. Next up, the New Jersey International Open in June.