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Danzig MMA

5 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Bend, Oregon

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons No-gi Competition team

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
  • 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 (ages 2–3) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
  • Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule danzig-mma.gymdesk.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 541-782-8151

Hours

Monday 5:30–8 pm
Tuesday 4–8 pm
Wednesday 12–1:30 pm, 5:30–8 pm
Thursday 4–8:30 pm
Friday 12–1:30 pm, 5:30–8 pm
Saturday 9:30 am–1:30 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Danzig MMA, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

📘 Fundamentals 2 mentions

“They focus on teaching solid fundamentals and coaching self-confidence.”

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🩳 No-Gi

“Under Mac you can learn high-level wrestling, submission grappling, and striking.”

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🏆 Competition Team 5 mentions

“Wether youre looking to get into the sport as a hobbyist, to train self defense, or want to compete in a sport jiu jitsu tournament, this is the place to start.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“It is very rare to find such a high level coach who is willing to work one on one with all skill levels, take advantage of this opportunity that is being given.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Wether youre looking to get into the sport as a hobbyist, to train self defense, or want to compete in a sport jiu jitsu tournament, this is the place to start.”

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🌱 Beginners 7 mentions

“They care deeply about helping their students progress and learn, from beginners to experts, and have built an incredible and welcoming community that help each other improve.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Danzig MMA — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Muay Thai 3 mentions

“Whether you are new to the sport or an experienced practitioner, this is the place to go for MMA, Boxing, Muay Thai, and BJJ in Bend, OR.”

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🏟️ MMA 24 mentions

“Danzig MMA is a great place to train with solid training partners, and Mac and Angela really care about the progression of their students.”

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🥊 Boxing 3 mentions

“Whether you are new to the sport or an experienced practitioner, this is the place to go for MMA, Boxing, Muay Thai, and BJJ in Bend, OR.”

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🦵 Kickboxing 2 mentions

“If you want to learn Muay Thai kickboxing/grappling/MMA this is the place to go.”

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🤸 Wrestling

“Under Mac you can learn high-level wrestling, submission grappling, and striking.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 43 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 6 mentions

“Mac and Angie are the best coaches you could ask for, very down to earth and amazing people.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 12 mentions

“They care deeply about helping their students progress and learn, from beginners to experts, and have built an incredible and welcoming community that help each other improve.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 12 mentions

“They care deeply about helping their students progress and learn, from beginners to experts, and have built an incredible and welcoming community that help each other improve.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 6 mentions

“Sound details given in class and friendly, but difficult rolls after technique.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“Classes are fun, safe, a great workout, and you can take it slow until you get comfortable if you're new to MMA.”

active competition team 6 mentions

“Whether you're looking to compete or just get in shape, Danzig MMA Gym is the place to be.”

From the reviews

I've been training at this gym for several years, and I couldn't have made a better choice. Mac's a winner of The Ultimate Fighter and a UFC pro that's earned Fight of the Night 3 times and Knockout of the Night (check out his Wikipedia page). Black belt in BJJ.

★★★★★ — Greg, Mar 2024

It is very rare to find such a high level coach who is willing to work one on one with all skill levels, take advantage of this opportunity that is being given. Mac is an MMA legend and one of the most knowledgeable coaches in the game.

★★★★★ — Wyatt, Aug 2019

I cannot speak highly enough of having the privilege of training at Danzig MMA. Having had instructors from many different arts for a lot of years, this is the place you want to learn at. Amazing instructors and instruction from the basic to high technical movements.

★★★★★ — William, Feb 2023

We're super lucky to have world class instruction here in Bend! Danzig MMA is a great place to train with solid training partners, and Mac and Angela really care about the progression of their students.

★★★★★ — Ben, Dec 2022

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New to BJJ? Start at Danzig MMA

Danzig MMA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first BJJ class at Danzig 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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Danzig MMA

20370 Empire Ave Ste C6, Bend, OR97703

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