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Jiu Jitsu 101 Oregon Coast TACA

5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Rockaway Beach, Oregon

BJJ gym Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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

  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule jiujitsu101oregoncoast.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (503) 332-1274

Hours

Monday 4–8 PM
Tuesday 5–6:30 AM, 4–8 PM
Wednesday 4–8 PM
Thursday 5–6:30 AM, 4–8 PM
Friday 4:30–7 PM
Saturday 7 AM–12:30 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 Jiu Jitsu 101 Oregon Coast TACA, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 15 mentions

“This Dojo has everything a kid or adult could ask for, Instructors are top notch and very experienced in the Martial arts, my two boys and always look forward to class time.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Jiujitsu 101 is a beautiful academy that offers the grappling arts of Jiujitsu, Judo and Traditional Karate to blend into a perfect martial art for self defense.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“From beginners to professionals, they have the knowledge and passion to help you discover something new.”

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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 Jiu Jitsu 101 Oregon Coast TACA — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

“What sets Ronin apart is his extensive knowledge in multiple martial arts disciplines, including BJJ, Karate, Judo, and MMA.”

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🦵 Kickboxing

“The Adult Jiu Jitsu and Kick-Boxing classes are great.”

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🤼 Judo 2 mentions

“Jiujitsu 101 is a beautiful academy that offers the grappling arts of Jiujitsu, Judo and Traditional Karate to blend into a perfect martial art for self defense.”

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🎽 Karate 3 mentions

“Jiujitsu 101 is a beautiful academy that offers the grappling arts of Jiujitsu, Judo and Traditional Karate to blend into a perfect martial art for self defense.”

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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 30 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 6 mentions

“He is an exceptional martial artist and instructor. He is extremely knowledgeable and skilled.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“I highly recommend Ronin at the asylum to anyone seeking top-notch martial arts instruction in a welcoming atmosphere.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 11 mentions

“His passion for martial arts shines through in every class, and he goes above and beyond to create a friendly and clean training environment.”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 2 mentions

“Oss - Renzo Gracie Portland purple belt - Frank Ruiz”

🧼 clean, well-kept mats 7 mentions

“His passion for martial arts shines through in every class, and he goes above and beyond to create a friendly and clean training environment.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“She has a lot of fear and under Coach Ronin's guidance she has developed confidence in herself and is able to confront her fears in a positive way.”

From the reviews

I started my martial arts journey with Ronin Randal. I’ve never looked back. As of today I am a professional fighter and I owe it to this school for giving me the opportunity to change my life. From beginners to professionals, they have the knowledge and passion to help you discover something new.

★★★★★ — Caysea, Oct 2023

Positive atmosphere, challenging and Fun. The instructor makes it easy to learn. All are welcomed. Top quality equipment and plenty of classes offered for busy schedules.

★★★★★ — Nick, Oct 2023

I have known and trained with Randall Colburn (the owner) for over 10 years. He is an exceptional martial artist and instructor. He is extremely knowledgeable and skilled. Highly recommended.

★★★★★ — Michael, Oct 2023

Jiujitsu 101 is a beautiful academy that offers the grappling arts of Jiujitsu, Judo and Traditional Karate to blend into a perfect martial art for self defense. You are literally across the street from the ocean on one of the most beautiful beaches I've ever been to. The design of this academy is modern and clean.

★★★★★ — Devan, Sep 2024

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New to BJJ? Start at Jiu Jitsu 101 Oregon Coast TACA

Jiu Jitsu 101 Oregon Coast TACA 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.

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Your first BJJ class at Jiu Jitsu 101 Oregon Coast TACA

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 Jiu Jitsu 101 Oregon Coast TACA

212 US-101, Rockaway Beach, OR97136

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