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The Black Dog Jiu-Jitsu Company
5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Lake Oswego, 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
- 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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule theblackdogjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (503) 512-9464
Hours
| Monday | 6–7:30 AM, 12–1:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7:30 AM, 12–1:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 6–7:30 AM, 12–1:30 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–1 PM, 3:30–5 PM |
The classes they run
“If you're looking for a gym to learn BJJ for yourself or for kids this is the spot.”
“I was in Lake Oswego visiting and decided to drop in for an open Matt.”
“There is a great 101 program for the beginner, as well as a lot of higher belts for the more advanced to grow with.”
What members say
“Tim is a fantastic instructor and really cool guy. Great laid back vibe with a variety of skill levels.”
“Came in for a drop in class to check it out, such a cool atmosphere and Tim was super chill and welcoming, and a total beast on the mat.”
“Came in for a drop in class to check it out, such a cool atmosphere and Tim was super chill and welcoming, and a total beast on the mat.”
“A clean open room with talented black belts who embrace modern teaching styles, sharp techniques, and practical philosophies.”
“A clean open room with talented black belts who embrace modern teaching styles, sharp techniques, and practical philosophies.”
From the reviews
This is a fantastic place to train. The facility is clean and comfortable, with plenty of room on the mats. The community is friendly and welcoming, with a good mix of skill levels. Coach Tim is an excellent instructor, who teaches in a way that is comprehensible and meaningful.
Great to finally have beautiful place to train jiu jitsu in Lake Oswego. I met Tim about a decade ago; we have had fun times sharing the mats together. The gym is super clean with a rad, unique vibe. The Sonos sound system is dope. Super welcoming environment.
Black Dog is the best place to train if you want quality training with amazing people. It is a beautiful and clean space. Tim is a phenomenal coach who will push you, yet makes you feel encouraged when you improve. He explains techniques in a way that are easy to understand.
This gym happens to be just minutes from my house so I had to check it out. I was blown away when I walked in at how nice it is. Has all these creature comforts I didn’t even know you could expect from a jiu jitsu gym. Tim is a fantastic instructor and really cool guy.
New to BJJ? Start at The Black Dog Jiu-Jitsu Company
The Black Dog Jiu-Jitsu Company 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.
Your first BJJ class at The Black Dog Jiu-Jitsu Company
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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