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Alive MMA
4.5 ★★★★★ 84 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Milwaukie, Oregon
Membership-based training facility offering jiu jitsu, wrestling, cardio kickboxing & more.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule alivemma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (503) 340-7004
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This includes children’s programs, “Parkinson’s boxing” a class designed to help those suffering from that disease to arrest its progression and community self defense classes.”
“They have something for everyone the hardcore competitors to the weekend warriors and everything in between.”
“This includes children’s programs, “Parkinson’s boxing” a class designed to help those suffering from that disease to arrest its progression and community self defense classes.”
“It is exceptional for both adults and children, both beginner and advanced.”
Other martial arts here
“Every coach in every discipline is an expert and you can chose between world class Jiu Jitsu, Thai Boxing, American Boxing and Cross Fit.”
“Don't be put off by any conceptions you might have of MMA, this is not a meat head gym and both my kids (5&3) along with my wife also go.”
“This includes children’s programs, “Parkinson’s boxing” a class designed to help those suffering from that disease to arrest its progression and community self defense classes.”
What members say
“It is exceptional for both adults and children, both beginner and advanced.”
“If you are looking for a safe, friendly, competent environment to learn combatives or cross fit, then you should definitely stop by.”
“If you are looking for a safe, friendly, competent environment to learn combatives or cross fit, then you should definitely stop by.”
“Coach Bill, Dan, and Aaron is verry experienced and provide a great deal of knowledge.”
“Every coach in every discipline is an expert and you can chose between world class Jiu Jitsu, Thai Boxing, American Boxing and Cross Fit.”
From the reviews
Alive is a community centered gym. We were invited by friends to attend the jiu jitzu kids class. I was surprised that the kids class is all ages from 5-14. I have 4 children within those ages so I was able to put all of my kids in the same class. This is the first time ever that that has happened for us.
This is hands down one of the best gyms in Portland, I have trained around town at multiple academies and I think Alive has the best community and vibe. Every coach in every discipline is an expert and you can chose between world class Jiu Jitsu, Thai Boxing, American Boxing and Cross Fit.
After two years of training: Alive MMA was instrumental in helping me make serious strides as a combatant and martial artist. I developed skills, confidence, and made several friends! I can’t recommend them enough, they offer several classes, all taught by pros. You’ll be hard pressed to find better quality and price.
I've been going to Alive for about 4 years now. Both my kids (boy and girl, ages 8 and 11) have also been going for a couple of years. I highly recommend it on many levels; the community there is wonderful and accepting. Don't let your impressions of MMA dissuade you from going in and trying a class or two.
New to BJJ? Start at Alive MMA
Alive MMA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Alive MMA
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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