Business Details
21 Years
experience
Premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training in Meridian, Idaho
The Base Jiu Jitsu Boise has been dedicated to sharing the transformative power of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since 2005. Our academy fosters a supportive community where students of all skill levels develop physical strength, mental resilience, and emotional growth through expert instruction. Founded on principles of camaraderie and personal development, we integrate Judo and wrestling techniques to provide comprehensive martial arts training.Under the leadership of BJ Buttars, a 2nd-degree black belt with over 15 years of teaching experience, we maintain the oldest BJJ school in Treasure Valley while making martial arts accessible to diverse learners. Our programs for children and adults emphasize self-defense, discipline, and holistic lifestyle improvement, creating lifelong practitioners who embody our motto of becoming one percent better every day.
Services
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Kids BJJ
Adults BJJ
Self-Defense
Gi & No-Gi Classes
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer expert BJJ instruction with 15+ years of teaching experience
- Our curriculum integrates Judo and wrestling techniques for comprehensive training
- We emphasize character development alongside technical proficiency
- Our academy maintains a supportive community environment for all skill levels
- We provide specialized programs for both children and adult practitioners
What people say
Friendly and welcoming
Great place to train
Lifelong friends
Disciplined kids
Solid technique
Services
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program develops technical proficiency through structured instruction in both Gi and No-Gi formats. Students learn leverage-based techniques for self-defense and competition while building physical fitness and mental discipline. The curriculum integrates wrestling and Judo principles to create well-rounded martial artists who can adapt to various grappling scenarios.
Kids BJJ
The Kids BJJ program teaches children aged 5-13 essential martial arts fundamentals while emphasizing character development. Through age-appropriate instruction, students gain self-confidence, discipline, and practical self-defense skills. Our structured classes balance technical training with playful learning to maintain engagement while preparing young practitioners for life's challenges.
Adults BJJ
Adult BJJ classes cater to all experience levels from beginners to advanced competitors. Participants develop comprehensive grappling skills through technical drills, live sparring, and strategic analysis. The program focuses on real-world self-defense applications while providing physical conditioning benefits and stress relief through immersive martial arts practice.
Self-Defense
Self-defense instruction emphasizes practical techniques for real-world scenarios using BJJ principles. Students learn to control confrontations through joint locks and chokeholds while developing situational awareness. The program teaches de-escalation strategies and defensive positioning to protect against larger opponents in various environments.
Gi & No-Gi Classes
We offer both Gi and No-Gi training formats to develop complete grappling skills. Gi classes focus on grip fighting and control techniques using traditional uniforms, while No-Gi sessions emphasize speed and transitions with regular clothing. This dual approach enhances adaptability and technical versatility for competition and self-defense applications.
People
BJ Buttars
Owner and Head Instructor
BJ Buttars, a 2nd-degree black belt since 2016, has led The Base Jiu Jitsu Boise since 2016. With competition experience including IBJJF nationals and regional tournaments, he brings practical expertise to his instruction while maintaining the academy's founding legacy.
Jessica Knight
Black Belt Instructor
Jessica Knight, a dual black belt in BJJ and Karate, specializes in women's self-defense training. Her competitive background includes multiple IBJJF tournament placements and MMA experience, which she applies to developing effective martial arts techniques for female practitioners.
Questions
What is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training like at The Base?
Our BJJ training combines technical instruction with live sparring in a supportive environment. Classes include warm-ups, technique demonstrations, drilling, and rolling sessions for all skill levels.
Do you offer trial classes for new students?
Yes, we currently offer a free trial week allowing prospective students to experience our programs before committing to membership.
What age groups do you teach?
We provide instruction for children aged 5-13 and adults aged 14+. Our programs are structured to accommodate all experience levels from beginners to advanced practitioners.
What should I wear for my first class?
For your first class, wear comfortable athletic clothing. We provide loaner gis for trial students and recommend bringing a water bottle and towel.
Are there competition opportunities available?
Yes, we prepare students for competition with specialized training. Our kids competition team regularly places in local tournaments, and adults have opportunities for regional competitions.
What locations do you serve?
We serve the Treasure Valley area including Meridian, Boise, Nampa, and Caldwell, Idaho from our main location in Meridian.
