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Oregon Grappling Arts
5 ★★★★★ 103 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Portland, Oregon
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
- Membership memberships run around $30/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- 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 3–9) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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 oregongrapplingarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 503-217-4246
Hours
| Monday | 11:45 am–1:45 pm, 4:15–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:45–8:45 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:45 am–1:45 pm, 4:15–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11:45 am–1:45 pm, 4:15–8:45 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9:15 am–2:30 pm |
| Sunday | 9:15 am–4:15 pm |
The classes they run
“Advance and beginner classes were happening at the same time so if your new your lessons will be slightly more tailored for you.”
“My almost 5-year-old has been in their younger kids’ class on and off for a few months and is starting to get more interested.”
“Oregon Grappling Arts is the best place for women's BJJ!”
“This gym has been such an amazing place for our kiddo and now teenager.”
“This is such a great gym for kids and adult Brazilian jiu jitsu classes for both gi and no gi.”
“This is such a great gym for kids and adult Brazilian jiu jitsu classes for both gi and no gi.”
“Hannah, a truly accomplished competitor, taught a fascinating class.”
“What truly sets them apart is that they remain students of the sport themselves, constantly incorporating new techniques and proven strategies from real-world competition.”
“Advance and beginner classes were happening at the same time so if your new your lessons will be slightly more tailored for you.”
Other martial arts here
“Definitely recommend Oregon Grappling Arts for anyone wanting jiu jitsu or takedown wrestling techniques in the Portland area.”
What members say
“Coach Eddie, Hannah and Courtney are the best instructors and basically magicians at tailoring moves for any level and pairing up the appropriate partner in wrestling rounds.”
“Hannah, Eddie, and coach Courtney are welcoming, supportive, and encouraging, while also maintaining high standards for behavior.”
“Eddie, Hannah, and Courtney are amazing instructors – humble and kind while also being masterful teachers that cultivate an environment that promotes hard work and teamwork.”
“I got a lot of direct, real-time feedback during drilling, as Eddie walked around the mat; it was nice being able to make immediate adjustments to my technique.”
“What truly sets them apart is that they remain students of the sport themselves, constantly incorporating new techniques and proven strategies from real-world competition.”
“This is such a great gym for kids and adult Brazilian jiu jitsu classes for both gi and no gi.”
From the reviews
My 10 and 8 yo have been so lucky to have Eddie and Hannah as their BJJ instructors for the last 3 years. Eddie and Hannah’s dedication to their students is unparalleled and both truly love teaching. And they are amazing at it. In his first competition a month ago, my 8 yo took first place among a field of 20 kids.
My two boys (age 9 & 7) have been studying with Hannah and Eddie for about 2 years, and I cannot speak highly enough of the coaching. How they're able to help my highly active boys channel their energy in such a disciplined manner is such a valuable life skill that has carried outside of the gym.
I can’t say enough good things about OGA. My 7-year-old has been training there for a little over a year and half. My almost 5-year-old has been in their younger kids’ class on and off for a few months and is starting to get more interested.
My daughters recently started learning Jiu Jitsu at OGA and they really enjoy the fun challenge of the art. The gym is very spacious and clean perfect for wrestling and rolling around.
New to BJJ? Start at Oregon Grappling Arts
Oregon Grappling Arts 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.
Your first BJJ class at Oregon Grappling Arts
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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