So we've been going here about 15 months now. Four or five days a week, each week, day in and day out. They were still in a shared location with snap fitness when we started a brief relocation down to boring and now we're in our final new location at the Troutdale outlet mall Absolutely beautiful spot, mats are always clean, people are always fresh. Lots of kids and younger guys here and teen class for the teens that are kind of in between the adult and the kid learning mindset. Professor here as a fifth-degree black belt Brazilian as it gets. An absolute master of the craft. You won't be getting anything water down here. Prices are very comparable from what I have seen online for other places in the area. It's been an absolutely amazing experience for me and my kids. As a 36 year-old that started JiuJitsu with zero athletic background I can honestly say it was a bit intimidating to get on the Matt for the first time. Both of my kids had done taekwondo and receive black belts and worked for years at it. That was my turn on the second path to join in with them. The fun thing is on Saturday. There is a family class where you and any age kids can all be in the same class together and it really does give a unique experience. Right now, the school is growing their numbers up again at the new location and is a great time to start because you're gonna get some smaller class sizes for the new students and really emphasize the learning mindset . I don't get anything for it but if you show up, tell him Chase sent you and ask for a free week. I'm pretty sure they give everyone a free week, but it sounds cool. First rule of JiuJitsu look good doing it read more

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I frequently visit Portland from out of state and wanted to find a gym that would allow me to continue my training in BJJ while away from my home gym. After a ton of googling and researching (with not any options that I was thrilled with) I finally found Checkmat Portland. Being a new gym, it took some searching to discover, but I'm so glad I didn't settle. After coming across them, I ended up checking out their IG: Checkmatportland and I had a chance to speak directly with the owner, Professor Junior. Professor Junior was very nice, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable in the sport. Immediately after speaking with him, I knew this was the gym to choose for my stay. During my visit, I attended 3 classes, all of which were were great. I walked away with new moves, and really good training tips from each session. I was very impressed with his passion for teaching and how quickly he was able to identify areas in my personal game that I could improve upon. I am forever grateful for the opportunity I had to train with Professor Junior, for his assistance and knowledge he shared with me. I will definitely be returning every time I'm in town! read more

Checkmat Portland is absolutely amazing! My spouse started going and now our 4 year old goes as well. Professor Junior is very patient, kind, and knowledgeable not just not in jiu jitsu but in how to teach kids. read more

Professor Junior is the greatest Jiu Jitsu professor in the world Craig! He is so great with kids, adults and seniors! He has a great team and Jenny will help you with whatever you need! This place is so amazing! Both my kids train here and they have developed so much! This is the greatest gym of all time! read more

Checkmat Portland - Professor Junior with the president and Lucas Leite - Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Near Me - Troutdale, Oregon

Awesome fun class for my homeschooled littles! They absolutely love their coaches and classmates and look forward to every class.

Overall fantastic gym! Culture on point and people first teaching dynamic. JR is a very knowledgeable, funny, and energetic coach that maintains energy in the room and truly makes the sport fun. If you're in the Gresham area you are doing yourself a disservice by not stopping by. read more

Juninho has beautiful jiu jitsu and is a pleasure to know. Come try a class and bring the whole family because jiu jitsu is for everyone

Hands down the best jiu jitsu academy in Portland/Gresham area. Professor Junior is a world champion with world class teaching. He has an uncanny ability to make his students feel welcome and advance their jiu jitsu in a unique, professional, and challenging fashion. read more

Warm welcome, serious amount of knowledge shared with us, and interactive fun mixed in. Felt like extended family by the end of our second class. No matter what your experience level is, Professor Junior can, and will, break it down for you to understand. I definitely recommend this location! read more

You can't find a better opportunity to train with a world champion on this small of a scale anywhere. Classes right now are small but they are almost like getting a private lesson. Soon enough this place will catch on and the mats will be packed!!! This is Jiu Jitsu being taught here in Gresham. Thank you Professor Junior. I can't wait to come back family feel at this gym read more

To become the best you must train with the best!! Ever since he started teaching me I've personally felt my game sky rocket to a whole new level and perception. read more