Alliance Jiu Jitsu - Vail

9172 S Houghton Rd Suite 140, Tucson, AZ 85747, USA

4.8 (101 reviews)

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niccole kosec

We just joined this gym, and the experience has been incredible from day one. They welcomed us with open arms and made us feel like part of the family right away. The coaches are not only skilled and knowledgeable, but they also genuinely care about our kids’ growth—both on and off the mats. It’s clear that they’re fully dedicated to helping our kids build confidence, discipline, and strong bjj fundamentals. We’re so grateful to have found this gym and excited for the journey ahead!
Posted 1 year ago
ASHLEY EDWARDS

This place is SO great for my highly energetic 5 year old son. The instructors are amazing, fun and also demand discipline and respect. You can see how much the kids respect them while having so much fun! My kid loves going every time. I’ve also seen a difference in his behavior at school and home.

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Posted 1 year ago
Lohana Macedo

Excellent instruction! Amazing Professors and coaches. If you are a beginner or experienced this program here is for you.

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Posted 1 year ago
Jason Hochstettler

Great place to train. The instructors are top notch. Whether you are wanting to train as a hobby to keep in shape or looking to compete, there are classes and people to help build your jiu jitsu at Alliance.

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Posted 1 year ago
Renata Bueno

I love training here, the teachers are very attentive and I can see my evolution day after day.

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Posted 1 year ago
Alejandra Angulo

The instructors are absolutely amazing with the kids!

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Posted 1 year ago
Crystal Wheeler

Both of my sons have been going here for over a year. The staff is very knowledgeable, patient, caring, and provides excellent structure for growing children.

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Posted 1 year ago
Kimberly Crossland

We have been attending Alliance in Vail for years and love it. This jiujitsu class brings our kids well beyond physical training (although they get a lot of that too). The discipline, confidence, and life skills that come from being part of Alliance has been outstanding. Highly recommend!

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Posted 1 year ago
T 2

The coaches and instructors at Alliance Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at both the Vail and Tucson locations are extraordinary. Many of the professors are actual world class professional black belt fighters, whom not only have traveled the world to compete internationally, but are highly ranked and celebrated within the IBJJF community. Their teaching, guidance, and encouragement is second-to-none. The opportunity for my son to receive thier skilled BJJ training and instruction is analogous to receiving boxing instruction from the likes of Mike Tyson. For example, Marcus Vinicius "Scooby" Ribeiro placed second in the 2024 World Crown Championship this past November, earning a Silver Medal - after advancing through the quarter and semi-finals as an absolute black belt heavy weight. Again, the professional training offered at Alliance BJJ is world-class, where you feel like asking for an autograph. The head professors are straight from Brazil, where they are highly ranked and recognized on the IBJJF world stage.

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Posted 1 year ago
corey bond

Great place to train. The instructors are knowledgeable and great with my son who has been training for about 5 months. I highly recommend Alliance!

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Posted 1 year ago
Dillon Oliver

Great team of coaches! They do a wonderful job with the kids.

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Posted 1 year ago
Bulldog5a13

Best place to be if you want to be around great people.

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Posted 1 year ago
sebastian esquer

Great gym , great people and excelente price . I'm going to come here every chance I get :)

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Posted 1 year ago
Murilo Negreli

Excellent gym! The instructors are highly skilled and the atmosphere is welcoming. The community is very friendly. I recommend Alliance Vail for anyone looking for great jiu-jitsu training in Vail.

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Posted 2 years ago
Josiah Breen

I have been training as a white belt at Alliance Vail for 10 months and have had a great experience. The instruction is excellent and gym culture is healthy.

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Posted 2 years ago
Jason Slavin

Great training! The instructors are all very knowledgeable, explain the techniques clearly, and are focused on helping everyone to improve. The classes are well structured and the curriculum ensure everyone progresses.

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Posted 2 years ago
Seth Winstead

Great people and teammates. Clean gym. Awesome instruction. I’m grateful to train here and highly recommend to anyone looking for a healthy, welcoming environment to train; come see for yourself. 🤙🏼

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Posted 2 years ago
Sean Randall

Great classes!

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Posted 2 years ago
Bryant Merafuentes

Alliance is an amazing place to train bjj. My wife, son, grand daughter and I started attending in 2018. Thanks to the owners for bringing in top level instructors, our journey in jiu Jitsu has been amazing. Not only has it made our bodies stronger and given us capabilities to defend ourselves., but it also made our minds stronger and this made us a well fortified family. Thank you!

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Posted 2 years ago
Dena Mariko Fernandez

First visit was a very motivational and energized vibe emanating from within each individual there rolling! Great experience 🙏

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Posted 2 years ago
Someyr Fernandez

Da best 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

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Posted 2 years ago
Bryan Croddy

Now four years after my first class, I haven’t looked back. The instructors show amazing commitment to their students and it shows. Case in point, I'm typically a slow learner of any skill, yet I'm always, always, always shown tremendous patience as I'm often in the need of much appreciated "adult supervision"! Oh yeah, the instructors have a great sense of humor, also! Bravo!

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Posted 2 years ago
belicia

I've had the pleasure of visiting Alliance and witnessing the amazing atmosphere not just by the instructors, but also the students. I believe Jiu Jitsu has brought something new to our Vail community and encourage you to try it if you ever have the chance!

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Posted 2 years ago
holly baba

Family owned. Best coaches in Tucson. Only school in Tucson with world championships!

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Posted 2 years ago
Bruce Turner

Fantastic gym with great coaches and facilities

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Posted 2 years ago
John Dickinson

My son loves this place! The teachers are great with kids and really seem to enjoy coaching them. Alliance jujitsu is a great way for your child to learn self defense in a safe place.

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Posted 2 years ago
Michael Carrafa

Great place. Great community.

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Posted 2 years ago
Jesus Olivas

I felt welcomed in and the others in the class are just great to work with. Definetly love No Gi days

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Posted 2 years ago
Tyler Antosh

I’ve had an outstanding experience at Alliance Jiu Jitsu - Tucson/Vail! The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about what they do. The facility is top-notch, clean, and welcoming. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned practitioner, you’ll find challenging yet rewarding classes tailored to your skill level. Highly recommend for anyone looking to learn Jiu Jitsu in a supportive and friendly environment!

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Posted 2 years ago
Anthoony Lynch

Great drop in class vail location :) I am from Eagle 🦅 Idaho Alliance. It was great to get mat time and feel like it was with friends

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Posted 2 years ago
daniel mcnamara

All the professors/instructors are super good with kids and go above and beyond helping them acclimate to the sport. Highly recommend to help build confidence and establish respect!

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Posted 2 years ago
J W

My son attends classes here and greatly enjoys himself. I appreciate how close it is to where we live.

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Posted 3 years ago
Laredo Virgoe

Awesome place to check out if you are in the area! Had a blast dropping in!

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Posted 3 years ago
Emily Hatch

Awesome team of coaches and professors! Clean and welcoming.

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Posted 3 years ago
Rachel Manzo

One of the best things I’ve done for my son is put him in Jiu Jitsu at Alliance Vail. 100% recommend for all kids!

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Posted 3 years ago
Murad Babaniyazov

Awesome school. Very helpful instructors, clean facilities, friendly members, and most importantly, very positive culture.

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Posted 3 years ago
Kimberly Crossland

Great gym for kids and adults alike. We love the family atmosphere and supportive nature of every athlete!

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Posted 3 years ago
Candice Bakoz

I have 2 kids at Alliance (formally Inverse) jujutsu. We love the family dynamic here as well as the personal relationship the professor and coaches have with each child. I would highly recommend coming for a trial class and seeing if Alliance Vail is the right fit for your family!

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Posted 3 years ago
Crystal Alicea

Over one year here with two of my boys. It’s going great. Some hiccups but the staff is awesome and truly listens to us!! Highly recommend!!

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Posted 3 years ago
muriel s

My daughters and I train here! Professor Bruno is amazing and so kind. He is great with the kids! The adult class is great! He explains techniques and challenges you in such a positive way. Everyone from white to black belt makes you want to better yourself. It’s such a respectful atmosphere and you just continue to learn.

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Posted 3 years ago
Jessica Artim

Thank you for providing a safe and great environment for my son. He enjoyed his time there so much. Thanks for the great hospitality and gesture. This is an excellent place! Highly recommend!

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Posted 3 years ago
Ian Smith

The instructors, students and studio are clean, professional and inviting. It’s been great to jump back into this sport after years away and be accepted as a student of this community. Every class I learn something new and have to earn every inch of the experience. Great balance of intentional training with friendly vibes.

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Posted 4 years ago
Paul Boriack

I have been training at Inverse 1.5 years and my now seven year old son for just over 2 years. I love the Professors and coaches. They are extremely professional and knowledgeable and care about each and every student continually learning and getting better at BJJ. They will definitely challenge you and take you to your limits if that is what you are looking for but you need to put in the work. We receive instruction from high level bjj practitioners who compete at the highest levels but they still break things down to the basics for everyone to learn and practice. The locations are so clean and convenient and the schedules give so many opportunities to train and learn.

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Posted 4 years ago
Melanie Lawson

The instructors at Inverse are nothing short of amazing. My daughter started attending when she was 5 and has stuck with it for over a year. Her skills have improved and she’s grown tremendously off the mat as well, she’s more confident and outgoing. The instructors also teach respect both on and off the mat. The variety fo class schedules at both locations help working parents as well. We love Inverse!

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Posted 4 years ago
carlos cervantes

My daughter has been going to the Vail school, and loves it. Everyone is friendly, and takes the time to make sure their students are successful. Highly recommend!!

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Posted 4 years ago
Debbie Nieves

Great instructors! Great environment, my daughter loves and enjoys it !

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Posted 4 years ago
Armando R.

Great place for leaning jiu jitsu. Coaches are great and very patient. Both of the locations are great.

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Posted 4 years ago
Ian Sylvester

Been coming to Inverse for a few months and have absolutely loved it. Outstanding and engaged instructors, great facility, and my daughter has learned a ton. Definitely a highlight of my daughter's week!

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Posted 4 years ago
Austin Gebben

Daughter attends and loves it! Great instructors/coaches to the kids. Highly recommend!

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Posted 4 years ago
zach attac

My kids love training here and love the professor and all the coaches.

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Posted 4 years ago
Dan Carroll

Incredible place to learn and train. The professors and coaches are absolutely fantastic and genuinely care about all students. The business is run extremely efficiently, information about schedule changes is always presented clearly, other martial arts schools could take notice on this. Probably the best part though is the culture the team has created, everyone is welcome no matter age, skill or athleticism. Definitely worth giving them a try if you are in the Tucson/Vail area!

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Posted 4 years ago
John

Phenomenal staff, multiple times to choose from with two locations allowing for flexibility and just great vibes overall.

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Posted 4 years ago
Shane Vickers

Both of my kids have really enjoyed the things they’ve learned/learning here. Instructors are great and the environment is friendly.

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Posted 4 years ago
Monica McKelvy

My kids both enjoy inverse jiu-jitsu. Awesome instructors.

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Posted 4 years ago
gcastjr

Owners and instructors have a great rapport with students and parents. Outside of Inverse the staff continue to care for students as the students compete in other sports! Great owners and staff!

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Posted 4 years ago
Noelani Mendiola

This dojo makes you better everyday. May it be physically, emotionally, or spiritually. Top notch training instruction. Very family-oriented and friendly.

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Posted 4 years ago
Christiana Merafuentes

My daughter has been going here for the past 3 years and we couldn’t be happier with the gym. The teachers are wonderful and the structure of the kids class is great!

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Posted 4 years ago
jayton gumabon

This is a GREAT facility to train at wether you’re new to Jiu jitsu or advanced. The instructors are welcoming and very knowledgeable in the art. They really make you feel like you’re part a family and not just another paying customer. I highly recommend coming to train here if you’re looking to get into Jiu jitsu

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Posted 4 years ago
Highspdfailure

The staff and instructors were and still are great overall. My son participated after school which Inverse had numerous classes at both locations to fit a busy lifestyle. During training the instructors were direct with the moves/technique. They provided various ways to accomplish the moves/grapples/throws by doing ample demonstration showing different angles/view points for the new students to see. When students practice once again the instructors provided great feedback to accomplish the technical moves while keeping the students safe during training. Safety was accomplished by learning how to absorb the impacts from being thrown. The classes had mixed experience levels of the students at times but the instructors have shown time and time again to provide training to each student to help them attain their goals in training. Overall I recommend Inverse if you are getting started or to continue your training to the next level.

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Posted 5 years ago
David Leonard

I brought my sons in to try a class. The team was so helpful and friendly. The instruction was top notch. I've been to many schools over the years and few have been to this level of professionalism and value.

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Posted 5 years ago
Anson Park

Great gym! Awesome instructor and very friendly atmosphere!

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Posted 5 years ago
Daniel Faulkner

AMAZING gym. Everything from Professor Gabriel and other teachers, the detailed and insightful instruction, cleanliness throughout the entire gym, and tough rolls with talented students. Overall an extremely chill but challenging environment that is welcoming to any grappling athlete regardless of level. I will train here every time I visit Tucson/Vail.

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Posted 5 years ago
Marcus Anderson

Came to Vail to train with a friend at Inverse BJJ. I was welcomed with open arms. Professor Gabriel Souza was professional and knowledgeable. Everyone was talented and welcoming. I recommend anyone who wants to train in BJJ residing in Vail/Tucson area to check them out.

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Posted 5 years ago
Pam Mosier

Inverse jiu jitsu has been an incredible place for our children and we have felt welcome the first moment we walked in! The professors are personable and very attentive to the students as they teach. They also take their time to teach each move and show them step by step. They are always focused and involved with what the students are doing. Very professional place!!

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Posted 6 years ago
avi dez

The professor is very knowledgeable and I appreciate his method of teaching making sure that his students learn techniques properly over the course of days. Not only are the professors nice so are the students so don't be surprised to get an immediate hello from students if you're new. It's a very good environment to learn Jiu jitsu!

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Posted 6 years ago
Priscila Ambriz

Recently moved to Tucson and was recommended Inverse. I absolutely love it here and instantly felt like part of the Inverse family. The professors and coaches are very professional and provide great high level instruction. The Inverse team overall are amazing and welcoming. I would highly recommend inverse to anybody in the Tucson area.

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Posted 6 years ago
Amy Tanguay

We were welcomed warmly by the Inverse family. We had a really great experience and our kids loved it. Unfortunately due to unexpected circumstances we had to discontinue. I would recommend Inverse to all of our family and friends!

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Posted 7 years ago
Ryan Bustamante

Absolutely amazing people and excellent facilities. Highly recommend for anyone in the Tucson, Vail, or Arizona area.

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Posted 7 years ago
Dee Cee

Great sport great people

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Posted 7 years ago
Michael SyKo Theos

One of the best places I've trained at! Very nice and clean. Highly recommend checking these guys out! I visited for a month and was treated like family. Great instruction and great people!

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Posted 8 years ago
James Shreve

A nice addition to the shopping center.

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Posted 8 years ago
Karina

We had a good experience until my son aged out of the younger kid class and moved up and had a new main coach. He didn't have the patience I had seen in most of the other coaches and he did not look like he enjoyed working with kids unless they were very skilled and didn't stuggle. We had been going here for a year only to leave abruptly because of our last class experience. He would get annoyed when our son couldn't remember the moves. He seemed very hands off when it came to showing him a new move and expected him to get it the first time by watching it. The last class he asked my son if he even wanted to be there after he didn't pick up a new move after watching it. Instead of working with him and the other student (like the other 3 coaches who dispersed on the matt to help those who were struggling) he got visibly irritated with them. When class was over and they had all the kids line up, this coach, infront of a crowded room, announced "if you don't want to be here tell your parents because I don't want my time wasted". It was clear who he was directing it at. We didn't want to pull my son but after that experience we felt we had no choice and that we were no longer welcome. When we tried to unenroll the following day they responded that we would still be charged for the next 2 months because of their policy. The last class we went to was our first class for that new month, so we had to pay for 2 full months of service we did not receive. It was a really unfortunate way to be treated after giving them our business for a year.

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Posted 3 years ago
Kelly Williams

I think the instructors do their best and are highly competent. However, there. really is no scheduling, so no one knows how many participants they are going to have and therefore it is not possible to know how many instructors u need. One time we had 40 students and 4 instructors, tonight we have 18 students and 1 instructor. Like I said, the instructors are competent but it is impossible to make sure students are doing their moves right with that ratio. I like the flexibility of participating at either studio but there needs to be some sort of sign up so that staff could be adjusted accordingly

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Posted 4 years ago
Lyla

Not worth the price. I miss Gabriel and Jay! Not a bad community but owners are very money hungry. I never really felt like they cared much about me or my families improvement, just the payment. Best coaches are gone now 😢. Hope that things get straightened out someday soon. I feel that the way promotions work help people feel confident in their skills but I do not think they are accurate. I now go to chute boxe academy in sierra vista, love the price (almost half of what I paid here), coaches, people and how much I have progressed in that environment opposed to Alliance (Inverse).

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Posted 2 years ago
J H

They force you to buy their clothing, not just the gi, but also the regular sport shirts and shorts, the ordinary sports clothes just with their logo are more than 100 dollars, I can buy 10 with the same quality on Amazon

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Posted 2 years ago
Tyler Dostlik

My Teenage son loves going here. Unfortunately they only care about money. We are poor and have to pay monthly. My son missed the last week he paid for to help his uncle recover from head surgery. He missed the next month due to hardship and they not only refused to credit him the week he paid for and missed they expect us to pay for the month we couldn't afford to go before he can return. Bunch of money hungry bad people who don't care about this community🤑

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Posted 3 years ago