FUNDAMENTALS
Alkimi’s Fundamentals Program is designed to develop practitioners in the early stages of their Jiu Jitsu journey. All classes are structured around Nicholas Meregali’s teaching methodology, emphasizing deep positional understanding, systematic technique development, and live application.
- DISCIPLINE
- PURPOSE
- GREATNESS
- PROGRESS THROUGH STRUCTURE
- SKILL THROUGH DISCIPLINE
- JIU-JITSU IS THE PROCESS
- DISCIPLINE
- PURPOSE
- GREATNESS
- PROGRESS THROUGH STRUCTURE
- JIU-JITSU IS THE PROCESS
- SKILL THROUGH DISCIPLINE
- DISCIPLINE
- PURPOSE
- GREATNESS
- PROGRESS THROUGH STRUCTURE
- JIU-JITSU IS THE PROCESS
- SKILL THROUGH DISCIPLINE
RESERVE YOUR CLASS AT ALKIMI
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WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
- Receive an confirmation callback or email within 12 business hours.
- Discuss clothing preparation, academy guidelines, and goals.
- Step onto the pristine Taurun mats for your scheduled session.
A clear path for every stage
ALKIMI was built to support students at different points in the journey
Some people are stepping on the mats for the first time. Some are returning after time away. Some want a better environment. Some are ready for higher level training and deeper technical development.
Our programs are designed to meet people where they are and help them move forward with structure.
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Fundamentals
Start the right way
Our Fundamentals program is built for beginners and for anyone who wants to develop a strong technical foundation with a safe and structured start.
Covers essential positions, escapes, submissions, and the principles that underpin effective Jiu Jitsu.
This is the ideal place to begin if you are new to Jiu-Jitsu, returning after time away, or looking for a more structured learning environment.
- Built for beginners
- Strong technical foundation
- Clear instruction and structured progression
- Confidence from day one
Who it's for
Adults who want to improve confidence, health, stress relief, and skill through a program that makes the learning process approachable and consistent.
How we teach
Jiu-Jitsu teaches
children
what no classroom
can
The skills children develop on the mats, emotional regulation, persistence, the ability to fall and get back up, stay with them long after the class ends. Jiu- Jitsu is one of the few activities where your child simultaneously learns how to face discomfort, how to treat others with respect, and how to feel genuinely proud of what they've earned.
Our instructors are trained to teach children, not just the techniques, but the mindset, the language of respect, and the culture of a serious martial art delivered at the right pace for every age group.
Curriculum Structure
Safety & Survival
Before anything else, new students learn to protect themselves, how to fall safely, how to create space, how to escape the most common dangerous positions. Practical self-defense is built into the foundation from day one, so students feel safe on the mat immediately.
Core Technique & Positioning
Students develop a working vocabulary of fundamental techniques, guard passing, sweeping, takedowns, basic submissions, and positional control. The emphasis is always on understanding why a technique works, not just the mechanical steps to perform it.
Live Application
Progressive sparring introduces students to resistance in a controlled, supervised environment. You'll start applying what you've learned with real partners, building timing, instinct, and the ability to think while under pressure. This is where Jiu-Jitsu stops being theory and starts becoming yours.
Across every class
What every program shares
No matter which class you join, every ALKIMI program is built around the same core principles. This is what creates consistency across the academy and helps every student progress with purpose.
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Technical Precision
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Structured Instruction
03
Premium Environment
04
Attention to Detail
05
Long-Term Development
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Discipline & Growth
Find your place
Not sure where to start?
That is completely normal. Not everyone joins with the same background, goals, or level of experience. Some people come in looking for fitness and stress relief. Others want self-defense, confidence, or a better environment for their children. Some are simply ready for a more serious and structured place to train.
Our team can help guide you toward the best starting point based on your experience, goals, and current stage.
Fundamentals
New to Jiu-Jitsu? Start here. Structured, approachable, and built for a strong foundation.
KIDS
Looking for a strong kids program? Safe, structured, and development-focused.
Women's Program
Looking for a women-focused environment? Empowering, safe, and high- quality.
Advanced
Experienced and ready for higher standards? Advanced may be the right fit.
Additional Programs
Semi-Private Lessons
Small Group Learning
We offer small group lessons and semi-private structures, creating intimate containers for deeper learning. These are available across our women's program, toddler program, and fundamentals track, running adjacent to our group classes for those seeking more personalized attention.
Private Lessons
One-On-One Coaching
One-on-one instruction tailored to your specific goals. Available with Meregali and senior instructors for accelerated development.
Find the right place TO BEGIN
We invite you to experience the Alkimi experience. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a dedicated hobbyist, or someone beginning their Jiu Jitsu journey, Alkimi offers an environment and level of instruction unlike anything else in the world.