Altoona · Iowa
Alpha Martial Arts Academy
415 Center Pl, Altoona, IA 50009
About Alpha Martial Arts Academy
Alpha Martial Arts Academy – Carlos Machado is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu school at 415 Center Pl in Altoona, Iowa, open since late 2023 and pitched squarely at beginners, teaching both sport and self-defense BJJ in a deliberately safe, structured setting. Its programmes are Fighting Fundamentals for 14+, a 30-week rotating curriculum, plus kids' classes split into Little Jaguars (4-6) and Jaguars (7-13). Owner and head instructor Darren DeSalvo has trained since 1996 and with the Machado brothers since 2006, and previously ran an academy in Louisiana before moving to Iowa; he leads a team of six instructors.
Pricing
Programs
- Kids
- Beginners
- Self-Defense
Schedule
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Instructors
Lineage: Carlos Machado
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the head instructor at Alpha Martial Arts Academy?+
The head instructor is Darren DeSalvo, a black belt with lineage through Carlos Machado.
Does Alpha Martial Arts Academy have a kids BJJ program?+
Yes, Alpha Martial Arts Academy offers a dedicated program for children.