Hips & Grips

Hips & Grips brings Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and striking training to 29 N Main St in Payette, ID, giving local students a straightforward place to build skills on the mat. The academy serves a wide range of martial arts interests with Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA/Thai boxing offerings, including MMA/Thai boxing class sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays. That mix makes the gym appealing to beginners looking for a first step into grappling as well as more experienced practitioners who want to sharpen their game across disciplines. The presence of “Martial arts school” in its program lineup also reflects a broad training environment rather than a single-track approach.

A major draw at Hips & Grips is the coaching team: Jeremy Calhoun, Coach Mio, Chris Mio, Chris Beltran, and Ed Beemer. Having multiple instructors gives students access to different teaching styles and perspectives, which can be especially valuable in a community setting where athletes progress at different speeds. The academy’s structure supports both Gi and No-Gi training, so students can explore traditional grips, positional control, and submission chains in the Gi while also developing the pace, movement, and adaptation required for No-Gi grappling. For those interested in striking, the MMA/Thai boxing classes add another layer to a well-rounded combat sports routine.

What stands out most for new students is the academy’s practical welcome. Hips & Grips offers new interested students the chance to try their first class on the house and borrow a Gi, removing two of the biggest barriers that often keep people from walking into a BJJ gym for the first time. The academy also has Gi and belts available for purchase, which is helpful for students who want to train consistently without needing to source gear elsewhere. These details suggest a gym designed to make entry into martial arts easier, while still supporting students as they grow into more committed training.

In the local Payette BJJ community, Hips & Grips offers something valuable: accessibility paired with variety. Its combination of grappling and striking classes creates a versatile training atmosphere, while the multiple instructors help keep the coaching dynamic and hands-on. For anyone in Payette looking for a place to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with options in both Gi and No-Gi, or to add MMA/Thai boxing to their routine, Hips & Grips provides a practical, welcoming starting point and a solid home for long-term development. More information is available at https://hipsngrips.wixsite.com/hipsngrips.