| Mon | 04:00 pm - 08:30 pm |
| Tue | 04:00 pm - 08:30 pm |
| Wed | 04:00 pm - 08:30 pm |
| Thu | 04:00 pm - 08:30 pm |
| Fri | 04:00 pm - 08:30 pm |
| Sat | 09:30 am - 01:00 pm |
The best BJJ academy in the Portland metropolitan area.
I'm new to BJJ. Impact JJ was my first drop-in. I called ahead and spoke with Bliss. Phone calls are the initial outreach and Bliss was friendly and helpful (that's what I want to hear on the phone, so, well done).
I was greeted by friendly folks when I walked in the door one of whom was Bliss. Drop-in fees $ exchanged and waiver signed, Bliss gave me tour relevant tour of the facility (locker room and where my beginner class would be held).
---now I have to talk about hygiene awareness---
This Gym doesn't allow street shoes beyond a certain point and NO BARE FEET IN BATHROOMS or showers (slippers/flip-flops provided). BRAVO!!
The level of instruction during warm-ups was great, my gym doesn't typically do warm-ups so it was fun and interesting to be learning so much so soon. All warm-ups were based on developing BJJ muscles or flexibility.
Instruction was great! Coach Dustin(?) took a lot of time to help me (and others) learn the techniques. the students that I worked with were friendly and knowledgeable. I felt safe at all times, and I learned a great deal from my time on the mats with this gym.
I have to mention at this point that EVERYONE(!!!!!!!!) that I worked with or interacted with (desk or mats) was gracious and friendly. I enjoyed my drop-in experience so much that I bought their school t-shirt and I'm proud to represent their school because my experience was that good. (N=1)
The coaches here are fantastic, the members are great training partners, highly skilled and willing to help you improve your game. The coaches foster a fun, collaborative environment where everyone works hard to help each other get better. It's rare to find a place to roll with so much talent but so few egos.
I've been to over a dozen gyms over the last several years. This is hands down my favorite gym. This is a community that has something for everyone. If you're looking to gain a competitive advantage or if you're looking for a family friendly environment, you can find it here.
I've been to over a dozen gyms over the last several years. This is hands down my favorite gym. This is a community that has something for everyone. If you're looking to gain a competitive advantage or if you're looking for a family friendly environment, you can find it here.
My 5 year old has been going here and he absolutely LOVES IT. . the instructions he gets from Eric Loar and Dip Thapa is great! They are patient and treat the kids great and keep it fun for them while they learn. I'll definitely be keeping my son here and having his little brother join him when he is old enough.
My 5 year old has been going here and he absolutely LOVES IT. . the instructions he gets from Eric Loar and Dip Thapa is great! They are patient and treat the kids great and keep it fun for them while they learn. I'll definitely be keeping my son here and having his little brother join him when he is old enough.
Impact was my home gym for nearly 5 years, and it was not until I had to move that it became clear how outstanding the gym really is. Tracy and Michael Chapman have created a deep and diverse family of mixed martial artists and jiu jitsu players. The morning classes with Rodney were a comfortable and casual atmosphere for learning. Noon classes and Saturdays with Armand were technical mastery. Kickboxing with Nuro and Shawn provided a solid foundation in striking. I highly recommend the Impact gyms to beginners and the proficient alike.
Why aren't there any recent reviews? Kind of fishy...
Really good for all ages. They have classes for kids, teenagers and adults. The reason I chose this place is because of their great classes for adults. They have beginner classes and more experienced classes. I enjoy it because the staff is great and the people that go here are really welcoming and freindly.
Its hard to find a gym with this caliber of instruction and camaraderie. Its just a great culture and environment over here and that seems to be the hard part to duplicate. A lot of expertise in jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts under these roofs.
Really good for all ages. They have classes for kids, teenagers and adults. The reason I chose this place is because of their great classes for adults. They have beginner classes and more experienced classes. I enjoy it because the staff is great and the people that go here are really welcoming and freindly.
Really good for all ages. They have classes for kids, teenagers and adults. The reason I chose this place is because of their great classes for adults. They have beginner classes and more experienced classes. I enjoy it because the staff is great and the people that go here are really welcoming and freindly.
Its hard to find a gym with this caliber of instruction and camaraderie. Its just a great culture and environment over here and that seems to be the hard part to duplicate. A lot of expertise in jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts under these roofs.
Its hard to find a gym with this caliber of instruction and camaraderie. Its just a great culture and environment over here and that seems to be the hard part to duplicate. A lot of expertise in jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts under these roofs.
Impact was my home gym for nearly 5 years, and it was not until I had to move that it became clear how outstanding the gym really is. Tracy and Michael Chapman have created a deep and diverse family of mixed martial artists and jiu jitsu players. The morning classes with Rodney were a comfortable and casual atmosphere for learning. Noon classes and Saturdays with Armand were technical mastery. Kickboxing with Nuro and Shawn provided a solid foundation in striking. I highly recommend the Impact gyms to beginners and the proficient alike.
Impact was my home gym for nearly 5 years, and it was not until I had to move that it became clear how outstanding the gym really is. Tracy and Michael Chapman have created a deep and diverse family of mixed martial artists and jiu jitsu players. The morning classes with Rodney were a comfortable and casual atmosphere for learning. Noon classes and Saturdays with Armand were technical mastery. Kickboxing with Nuro and Shawn provided a solid foundation in striking. I highly recommend the Impact gyms to beginners and the proficient alike.
Great group of Martial Artists. Came from So. Cal from a different dojo and was very impressed with the level of talent here. My whole family is signed up now. The couches are great with kids too.
I had the pleasure of training at Impact off and on for a couple of years around 2009-2011. Michael Chapman is an incredibly genuine and good instructor and has years of experience in numerous martial arts. The other instructors are also all top notch as well.
Most importantly, the vibe at Impact is both competitive but incredibly nice. Everyone there is always open for conversation and always seemed to have a smile on their face. It was a great place to train, and I can't wait to stop back in one day.
