2026-09-27T17:59:09.472Z

I traveled to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Portland and had the opportunity to train with Jordan for four days. What I saw over those four days was fantastic.For some background, I am a black belt with many years of teaching experience, and I have been training and visiting jiu-jitsu schools for the past 16 years. With that experience, I was really impressed with what I saw at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Portland.The adult students all had a great understanding of jiu-jitsu for their belt level and, more importantly, how the techniques and concepts fit into their own game. Everyone I met was very welcoming and had a smile on their face. They all rolled in a very technical manner while staying extremely safe. You could tell that the students were there to learn and help each other improve.The academy itself was very clean and welcoming. They even have a shower, which is not something you see in a lot of jiu-jitsu schools. It certainly isn't a requirement, but after training it is definitely appreciated.When it comes to Jordan himself, he couldn't have been nicer or more welcoming. He made time for me and was a tremendous asset during my visit. His attention to detail was a welcome change from quite a lot of the jiu-jitsu places I have visited over the past 16 years. As someone who has spent years both training and teaching, I really appreciated the way he approaches instruction and the attention he gives to the details.I was only able to watch one of the kids' classes, but during that time the kids were excited to learn and were having a great time. I did not get to see the Women's Empowered classes being taught, but I was able to meet a couple of the ladies who were in the class. Like all of the other students I met, they were very welcoming and clearly happy to be training with Jordan.If you are looking for a place that will teach great Gracie self-defense jiu-jitsu and make it a fun and engaging process at the same time, I can't recommend Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Portland enough. If you are considering starting jiu-jitsu, this is the place for you.I will definitely be visiting again anytime I am in the area.

2026-08-12T16:29:37.436Z

I have trained at many Jiu-Jitsu gyms in Portland. The Owner of this gym, Jordan, is the most friendly, approachable, and inclusive teacher/owner I've come across. If you're looking to study BJJ or self defense and want a safe/clean gym,I highly recommend Gracie JiuJitsu Portland.

2026-08-03T13:56:07.726Z

I have practiced martial arts all my life. Whether you are studying jiu-jitsu for the first time or you are a log time practitioner this place is special!

2026-08-01T17:54:56.136Z

Great experience. Would recommend the combative class to anyone wanting to learn self defense in a safe and inclusive environment

2026-07-11T18:22:50.617Z

Love this place! Jordan and team provide thoughtful and clear instruction in the foundations of jiu jitsu and beyond. I’ve been training here for 5 months and have really enjoyed it and learned a ton!

2026-05-28T23:05:06.792Z

I moved to Portland from another country and joined this academy shortly after arriving. From day one, everyone was incredibly welcoming, and being an international student was never an issue. The atmosphere is friendly, supportive, and genuinely positive.Jordan is an outstanding instructor. He's highly knowledgeable, approachable, and always willing to help students of all levels improve. Ben also does a fantastic job teaching and helping create such a great training environment.The quality of the instruction is excellent, but what really makes this place special is the people. The students are respectful and friendly, and they create a culture that makes you want to keep coming back.Training here was one of the highlights of my time in Portland. A special thank you to Jordan, Ben, and everyone at the academy for making me feel so welcome. I highly recommend this gym to anyone looking for great jiu-jitsu and an even better community.

2026-03-06T19:54:40.155Z

Great school. Very professional and friendly. All about safety.

2026-03-04T22:07:45.877Z

Great Gym, Jordan was super welcoming as was everyone else. Class was great and I actually learned some new stuff. Highly recommend

2026-01-18T03:15:48.837Z

The Gracie Jiu Jitsu Combatives course (Gracie Jiu Jitsu Portland OR location) is amazing and falls in line with what I've been seeking! Jordan does an outstanding job instructoring and keeps the class engaged. Safety is paramount and there are no egos. Everyone works together in good spirit and self control. I feel very welcome here. Thank you Jordan and team!

2025-12-05T02:11:22.069Z

I feel lucky that Gracie ended up being the first jiu jitsu gym I joined. The beginner class is full of welcoming people who actually want to help you learn. Nobody’s trying to go too hard or prove anything.. It’s all about improving in a safe, supportive environment.Jordan is an outstanding teacher. He keeps the class engaging and really pays attention to each student. Even though I’m still relatively new to the Gracie Combatives program, I already feel like I’ve learned a ton about self-defense and the fundamentals of Gracie jiu jitsu.

2025-12-04T13:44:46.415Z

The adult beginner class absolutely ROCKS. I'm getting many classes a week at convenient times for a fair price. The 10 day free trial was legit!The instructor Jordan is a very good teacher and cares a lot about safety. On top of that, the program is certified and the app that tracks scheduling and class curriculum is linked which is very nice. I'd recommend this place to anyone who wants to improve their life!

2025-07-31T06:19:51.927Z

I’ve been attending the adult combatives class for about a month now, and I cannot say enough about how positive my experience has been! I’ve tried multiple jiu jitsu schools over the years and none have compared to the warm, welcoming, accepting environment that I’ve had with Gracie Jiu Jitsu Portland.Jordan, Ben, & Kara have been amazing instructors and all of the other students/members welcomed me with open arms. Their teaching style, structured curriculum, and overall positive and friendly environment have made this experience so awesome. I look forward to class every week & hope to be training here for years to come!If you’re on the fence, do it! You won’t regret it! 😊🥋💪

2025-07-23T20:39:54.866Z

I am really, really loving my experience here at Gracie 💖🥹 I’ve never ever done something like this (self-defense/martial arts) and was at first super intimidated but Jordan and the teaching crew are really welcoming and so are the students here.They do have women empowerment classes but they don’t fit in my schedule, so I’ve been doing the Gracie Combatives classes, and I can say 100% that I feel safe and comfortable in class. It’s such a fun learning environment and even though I’ve been going for about a month and a half now, I feel like I’ve learned so much.It’s so cool to see others that started semi-recently and watch how skilled they’ve become and to know that one day that could (and will, if you stick with it) be you. I’m appreciative that Gracie Jiu Jitsu really breaks things down for you to help you learn and eventually improve the skills that you’ve gained. I can’t wait to see how far I grow as I keep coming back <3 I hope to see you on the mat as you start your Jiu Jitsu journey! There’s a lot to learn and this is a fabulous place to start.

2025-06-16T09:56:23.750Z

while staying in Portland trained here after visiting SBG and there could be 2 bigger differences between the places. we were welcomed and our Karate experience embraced and praised and the level of care and instruction was exception, we have been back many times as work in Portland a lot from UK and each time it is a wonderful NO EGO experience. I have never heard a bad word said about a student or another system from anyone there they truly have a 'live and let live' ethos UNLIKE SBG.

2025-02-28T01:46:03.723Z

Our 10 year old daughter has been taking classes here for about 6 months or so and we absolutely love it. She looks forward to going every week. Jordan & Ben do a PHENOMENAL job keeping the kids wrangled & engaged during class and steering every interaction into a teaching moment, even if the kids start getting rambunctious. They practice alot on actual breaks and holds that can be useful in real life situations and teach the importance of de-escalation strategies before responding with any measure of force. But then teach practical self defense skills when physical confrontation is unavoidable. Jordan & Ben are great with the kids, very patient and do an excellent job making sure the classes are always fun for them. We have tried a few other martial arts styles/programs and this one has been hands down our favorite for our kiddo.