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River City Warriors
4.7 ★★★★★ 98 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Tigard, 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
- 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
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule rivercitywarrior.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 503-360-8692
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–9 pm |
| Thursday | 12–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors are very knowledgeable and teach/demonstrate in a realistic and informative way with emphasis on fine tuning the proper techniques all while making the classes fun.”
“Each day our kid is learning a lot of self defense techniques and also values.”
“They have training gear so you dont need to invest in the practice until you want to and the four styles of self defense add engaging variety!”
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and motivating, whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned fighter.”
Other martial arts here
“I joined RCW about 4 months ago, specifically attending the Muay Thai classes.”
“River City Warriors is an outstanding boxing gym!”
What members say
“I am so thankful for the excellent coaching at River City.”
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and motivating, whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned fighter.”
“The workouts are intense but fun, and the community here is super supportive—everyone pushes each other to get better.”
“The instructors are very knowledgeable and teach/demonstrate in a realistic and informative way with emphasis on fine tuning the proper techniques all while making the classes fun.”
“No class is ever identical to previous classes and the instructors are always incorporating new techniques while providing a killer workout.”
From the reviews
Excellent school, better people. - The training is top notch, and there's something for everyone. Whether you want to wail on some pads with hip hop blaring in the background, or want a more gentle, approachable style of training for effective self defense, RCW has what you need.
River City Warrior is an excellent dojo with a very friendly and welcoming environment. The coaches place a strong emphasis on safety and longevity in training, which really sets this place apart. They are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about their students’ progress and well-being.
I joined RCW about 4 months ago, specifically attending the Muay Thai classes. Martial arts can be intimidating, especially for beginners, but it has been a great experience.
I've been at RCW for just over a year now, and it has been a fantastic experience. Joe has built something special here. He and the other instructors share their deep knowledge with each and every student in a fun and informative way. They emphasize proper technique and safety at all times.
New to BJJ? Start at River City Warriors
River City Warriors 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 River City Warriors
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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