top of page

THE PIT IDAHO

BOISE'S BEST MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS GYM

About Us

We're a mixed martial arts gym and truly have something for the whole family! Here at The PIT Idaho, you'll learn practical martial arts while getting into peak physical condition.
 

Our training style is "old-school tough," yet effective, unique, and ever evolving. Most of all, the environment here is welcoming and fun. Our gym is family focused and you'll soon find out that being part of The PIT means being part of an extended family.

Whether you're looking to get in the best shape of your life, lose weight, learn how to defend yourself, earn a black belt, or just have fun, we welcome you to the Ohana!

About Us

Coaches

Coaches

Cruz Gomez

Owner/Head Coach
Hawaiian Kempo/BJJ

_O2A0867.jpg

Cruz started training in 1998. Under the tutelage of Chuck Liddell and Scott Adams, Cruz began his fight career in Aug. of 1999. Cruz has had 31 pro fights throughout his career and has since retired and is now only coaching and training. He is a 5th Degree Hawaiian Kempo Black Belt under John Hackleman and Chuck Liddell. Cruz is also a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Luigi Mondelli of Kore Jiu-Jitsu and American Top Team.

Sophie Aaron

Owner/Coach
Hawaiian Kempo/Kids

_O2A0968.jpg

Sophie is a 2nd degree Black Belt in Hawaiian Kempo and a BJJ Purple Belt under Kumu Cruz Gomez and has been training under his tutelage for 13 years.  She's competed and won/podiumed in both BJJ and Kickboxing. She loves coaching and teaching, and brings her passion & enthusiasm to the gym every day.

Josh Meachum

Coach
BJJ

20241107_190411.jpg

Josh is a BJJ Brown Belt and started his BJJ/MMA journey in 2016 under Jeremy Horn and his coaches in Sandy, UT. He enjoys competing in grappling tournaments such as Grappling Industries, Naga, and Northwest Submission Challenge, and has two amateur MMA fights with Steel Fist and Fierce Fighting Championship. Josh started training here at The PIT in early 2022. When he's not on the mat, you can find him at work or playing his Xbox!

Tevin Torres

Assistant Coach
Kids

20241107_190620.jpg

Meet Tevin! Tevin is self-proclaimed as the only Hawaiian in Hawaiian Kempo (haha), and one of our valued kids coaches. He is also part of The PIT Fight Team. Tevin has a Green/Camo Belt in Hawaiian Kempo and a Blue Belt in BJJ. His dream is to eventually bring Hawaiian Kempo back to the islands. 

P Nut

Assistant Coach
Kids

IMG_3447.jpg

P Nut is a Green Belt in Hawaiian Kempo and BJJ Blue Belt, and has been training since early 2021. He loves coaching because he likes to show others the best way to defend themselves and help people become the best version of themselves. If he's not at the gym, he likes to watch sports like football, basketball, and baseball,  or hanging out with friends and family.

Dom Stoff

Assistant Coach
Kids

20241107_190523.jpg

Dom is a Green/Camo Belt in Hawaiian Kempo and a BJJ Blue Belt. He started training BJJ and HK in 2022. He enjoys the endless amounts of learning BJJ and HK have to offer. He's also on The PIT Fight Team and has a strong aspiration to become a professional fighter. One of his favorite pastimes is big game hunting in the fall for deer and elk.

Programs

Programs

hk.jpg

Hawaiian Kempo

Belt progression focused on striking and grappling. HK is a mixed-style martial art created for self-defense.

227614798_1475465952808494_83414293404588790_n_edited.jpg

Kids Hawaiian Kempo

Belt progression focused on striking and grappling. Kids HK emphasizes life-skills building such as confidence, mental toughness, and respect. And of course FUN.

bjj.jpg

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Belt progression focused on  grappling and ground fighting using joint-locks and chokeholds.

DSC05154.jpg

Basic Kickboxing & Conditioning

Develop a foundation in basic striking while reaching peak physical shape.

Schedule

SCHEDULE updated 5-1.png
Schdule

"The PIT has been a tremendous addition to my life. Kumu Cruz and Sophie run a great operation and have created a family-like atmosphere where we can go and put the work in. The training is top notch, Kumu Cruz’s vast experience shines through every time he provides instruction helping us to get better every class. Training with this crew has been one of the best decisions I’ve made."

Brandon S.

Testimonials

Let's Get Started

SCHEDULE A FREE TRIAL CLASS

Let's Get Started

Questions? Reach Out!

Thanks for your inquiry! We'll get back to you ASAP.

Contact Us
bottom of page