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Straight Blast Gym Portland - BJJ & MMA Gym
4.4 ★★★★☆ 141 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Portland, Oregon
Plan your first class
- Drop-ins drop-ins run around $60 — many gyms also offer monthly memberships and a discounted first session, 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 muay thai classes (ages 4–11) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule sbgi-pdx.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 503-230-7924
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–4 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–4 pm |
The classes they run
“As a first time BJJ student I had loads of fun and learned so much in just a short amount of time.”
“The other students during the open mat portion that I rolled with were all focused on sparring technically and the environment was very safe.”
“I took Rick and Vanessa’s Foundations- Stand up classes, and both instructors taught techniques with clear instruction and attentiveness to all members in the class.”
Other martial arts here
“The advanced BJJ class held varied positional sparring rounds and informative lessons provided by Coach Tim.”
“As a former sbgi comp team and MMA coach back in the early 2010 times I'm in awe how much did gym has grown over the years.”
What members say
“Best coaches, students and friends and so glad I walked into this gym first to learn BJJ because the coaches kept helping me even when I quit BJJ for 5 years they brought me back.”
“The overall atmosphere was friendly and welcoming, and the instructor was super clear in breaking down the techniques and the reasons and concepts behind why they work.”
“The overall atmosphere was friendly and welcoming, and the instructor was super clear in breaking down the techniques and the reasons and concepts behind why they work.”
“The overall atmosphere was friendly and welcoming, and the instructor was super clear in breaking down the techniques and the reasons and concepts behind why they work.”
“The other students during the open mat portion that I rolled with were all focused on sparring technically and the environment was very safe.”
“I've been a gym rat for decades and not only does SBG keep a clean, well run facility but they promote and maintain one of the healthiest gym cultures I've ever seen.”
From the reviews
During a visit to Portland, I dropped in for a class and it couldn’t have been a better experience. The overall atmosphere was friendly and welcoming, and the instructor was super clear in breaking down the techniques and the reasons and concepts behind why they work.
I just joined Straight Blast Gym. I am so impressed with their ability,service and welcoming attitude. I have never trained in Martial Arts, but look forward to learning. Scott made my intro session so awesome! My first class was incredible. I can't say enough how grateful I am to be part of this wonderful family!
Such an outstanding martial arts facility. I doubt you could find more professional and systematic coaching anywhere else. I came through town some months back and they opened their doors to me so I could train. Coach Cane’s class was so well structured I was in awe.
First off Justin is an amazing jiu jitsu teacher. He's very patient and clear in his teaching method. For people thinking of signing up here are the things to know. They have you sign up for six months for just under $200 a month.
New to muay thai? Start at Straight Blast Gym Portland - BJJ & MMA Gym
Straight Blast Gym Portland - BJJ & MMA Gym comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, 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 to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. 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. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first muay thai class at Straight Blast Gym Portland - BJJ & MMA Gym
Nervous about walking into a muay thai 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 the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, 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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