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Checkmat Portland (transitioning to True OG Academy)
5 ★★★★★ 68 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Troutdale, Oregon
Part of Checkmat
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule checkmatportland.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (971) 353-1417
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8–9:30 AM, 4–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8–9:30 AM, 4–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This place creates some of the toughest students around thanks to Juniors ability to teach his incredible depth of knowledge in a clear and easy to understand format.”
“I can now professionally continue training if I should choose to compete.”
“Not just self defense but a wonderful mentorship!”
Other martial arts here
“Definitely worth a try if you're thinking of a martial art for yourself or your child and FAR more practical than TaeKwonDo or Karate.”
What members say
“If you’re looking for world-class instruction without sacrificing a welcoming community, I can’t recommend Checkmat Portland enough.”
“My kids were very hesitant at the other academies, but after the first day here, they have asked to return to this academy.”
“I travel quite a bit for Jiu Jitsu, and one thing I’ve learned is that it’s rare to find a gym that’s both incredibly family-friendly and produces highly technical grapplers.”
“But the professor is so great with kids.”
“Checkmat Portland is a great place to grow personally and meet new people who have the same vibe.”
“The confidence my kids have gained with his coaching and leadership has been amazing.”
From the reviews
I’ve been a martial artist for over 30 years and I can honestly say that Professor Juninho has made me better at Jiu Jitsu in the short amount of time I have had to train with him. More than that he has helped my confidence in my own Jiu Jitsu. I will make the trip to go train with him as much as I possible.
Professor Junior is an outstanding coach and Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. His ability to teach the art with clarity, passion, and humility is truly priceless. From the moment you walk into his academy, you can feel his welcoming energy. Training with him is an experience you won’t regret.
Possibly the best coaching and environment in the Troutdale/Gresham area! I feel the love when I am here. I am vulnerable and I feel safe. Checkmat Portland is a great place to grow personally and meet new people who have the same vibe. Thank you Professor Juninho
World class instruction from top to bottom. This place creates some of the toughest students around thanks to Juniors ability to teach his incredible depth of knowledge in a clear and easy to understand format.
Your first BJJ class at Checkmat Portland (transitioning to True OG Academy)
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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🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
