Adam "Smash" Smith
Meet Professor Adam “Smash” Smith
Top-Rated Martial Arts Instructor for Kids & Adults in Spokane and the Pacific Northwest
Professor Adam “Smash” Smith is one of the most accomplished and trusted Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructors in Spokane, Washington and the greater Northwest. With over 25 years of martial arts experience, Adam is recognized not only as the top kids martial arts instructor in the region—but also as a leading coach for adults, ranging from first-time hobbyists to elite-level competitors.
Whether you’re looking to build confidence in your child or challenge yourself as an adult, Adam brings unmatched expertise, structure, and inspiration to every class he teaches.
Adam holds black belts in both American Kenpo Karate under Ed Parker’s system and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under Master Marcelo Alonso Novaes, one of Carlson Gracie’s top black belts and a legendary figure in the sport. Adam’s deep lineage, real-world competition experience, and dynamic teaching style have made SMASH Brazilian Jiu Jitsu one of the most respected academies in the region—with locations in Spokane Valley, Deer Park, and Airway Heights.
Career Highlights:
? Black Belt in BJJ under Master Marcelo Alonso (Carlson Gracie lineage)
? 22 Professional MMA Fights across the U.S.
? Champion in BJJ and traditional martial arts tournaments
? 15+ years teaching both kids and adults of all skill levels
? Specializes in coaching athletes, professionals, law enforcement & first responders
? Over 300 active students across three academy locations
? Founder of the Give Back Tournaments nonprofit supporting youth athletes
? 12+ years as a certified Firefighter & EMT serving Spokane’s rural communities
? Respected mentor, community leader, and City Council candidate for Spokane Valley
Adam is especially known for his ability to tailor instruction to each individual—whether it’s a 4-year-old learning to focus, a parent building fitness and self-defense skills, or a high-level competitor preparing for a super fight. His classes are a blend of structure, intensity, and encouragement, delivered with real-world knowledge and a coach’s heart.
His work with adults goes beyond the mats. Adam has coached CEOs, police officers, first responders, and athletes of all backgrounds—helping them become stronger, more confident, and more capable under pressure.
Even after undergoing double hip replacement surgery, Adam returned to training and teaching—proving that resilience, mindset, and purpose define what it means to lead. His lived experience, from overcoming poverty to serving in life-and-death emergencies, brings a level of authenticity and integrity few instructors can offer.
If you're looking for the best Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor in Spokane for both kids and adults—look no further.
Professor Adam “Smash” Smith delivers world-class instruction, legendary lineage, and a community-focused mission that’s changing lives every day.
Train with the best. Learn with purpose. Be part of something bigger.
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