The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 149 vetted & reviewed in the Gresham area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Gresham
Artisan Martial Arts
Ascent Martial Arts
Battle Ground Martial Arts Academy
Brazilian Top Team Happy Valley
Checkmat Portland
Emerge Jiu Jitsu
Fabiano Scherner Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Fabiano Scherner Brazilian Jiu Jitsu HQ
G.i.r.l.s. Gym
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Portland
Gracie Technics Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Impact Jiu Jitsu
Industrial Strength: Fitness & Jiu Jitsu
Lone Wolf Jiu Jitsu Academy
North Portland Martial Arts and Movement
On Target Training PDX
One With Heart
Pacific Renbukai Karate Do
Portland Jujitsu
Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Portland
Straight Blast Gym Portland
Team Quest MMA
Unicorn Jiu Jitsu
Ussd Vancouver
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Checkmat Portland
(29)
Skill
Students
Environment
“Junior is one of the best I've ever trained with and he has personally helped me reach another level in my Jiu Jitsu skill set and more importantly my mindset.”
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Fabiano Scherner Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(2)
“Classes are structured to practice fitness, build basic foundation skills and demonstrate and apply an advanced skill each session.”
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Straight Blast Gym Portland
(26)
Business
Classes
Pay
“Ultimately, the gym was too far from us to be sustainable, but when I let them know that we had decided to join a bjj gym closer to home, but we're forever indebted for Justin's gift to my son, I heard nothing except approval and happiness that he wa...”
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On Target Training PDX
(30)
Professional
Workout
Jordan
“I met Jordan about a year and a half ago with absolutely no striking experience, this man has helped me so much not just with striking but with my own self confidence as well.”
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Fabiano Scherner Brazilian Jiu Jitsu HQ
(30)
Belt
Professors
To Learn
“Lead by the Multiple Gold medal and 5th degree black belt Fabiano Scherner, this new addition to his growing network of gyms is quickly growing and has great coaches and other black belts including Don Stoner and former UFC fighter Ed Herman!”
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Ussd Vancouver
(30)
Community
Discipline
Confidence
“This is the place to be if you want to strengthen your mind and body while learning a very practical, highly effective style of martial arts and self defense”
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One With Heart
(29)
Women
Train
Compassion
“Since the pandemic started, I often tell colleagues about One With Heart's successful pivot to on-line learning as an example of how companies can adapt when they stay nimble and keep learning.”
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G.i.r.l.s. Gym
(28)
Understanding
Feel
Community
“There is so much to learn but even for a total beginner with no previous martial arts experience like me, I feel proud of what I can do and am encouraged that I can get so much better.”
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Emerge Jiu Jitsu
(28)
Woman
Happy
BJJ
“They were able to show us (we did the session together) some good techniques (like rolling, the shrimp, and how to get out of a pin), taught us how to maneuver safely and didn't feel like totally novices in over our heads.”
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Unicorn Jiu Jitsu
(16)
Coaches
To Learn
Environment
“This gym is the perfect place for professional fighters training, or the terrified woman who just wants to build some confidence and feel comfortable to walk on the street by herself.”
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Lone Wolf Jiu Jitsu Academy
(30)
Understanding
Confidence
Respect
“Our small, sometimes shy 5 year old daughter felt safe, tried really hard in the classes and always wanted to go back for more classes (we moved away or she'd still be going).”
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Gracie Technics Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(30)
Black Belt
Atmosphere
Environment
“They don't teach a one size fits all because not everyone has the same body type, experience or temperament, but that is what makes the studio so unique.”
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Brazilian Top Team Happy Valley
(29)
Students
Competitor
Train
“He has the ability to breakdown techniques to kids as young as 3 with the same patience, enthusiasm and expertise he shows seasoned adult jiu-jitsu players.”
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Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Portland
(30)
Check
Skills
Students
“When I fist walked into the school, I was nervous because the room was full of guys who looked like they were professional cage fighters, but Aaron—the school's owner—instantly made me feel welcome with some friendly chit chat and personal instructio...”
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North Portland Martial Arts and Movement
(15)
Learn
Skilled
Community
“In Mo Duk Pai you learn standup fighting, kickboxing, elements of Muay Thai & Systema, BJJ, point sparring, "street" sparring, take downs, forms, qi gong.”
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Portland Jujitsu
(8)
Learn
“One of the best parts of knowledge attained from Stan Miller, is knowing that I can defend myself, also that I can aid in the defense of others around me.”
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Team Quest MMA
(21)
Fitness
Kickboxing
Coaches
“Very nice people, and I think that is the most important thing about any gym, but even moreso with MMA b/c it can be so intimidating to even start for the average person.”
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Portland
(13)
Classes
Self Defense
“If you are looking for top-tier self defense training that comes in a safe, clean, friendly, and collaborative environment, then this is the school for you!”
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Pacific Renbukai Karate Do
(7)
Traditional Karate
“I highly recommend this place for those whom the traditional side of karate appeal to, for those who used to practice karate and want to get back into it, for those who compete in MMA, boxing, kickboxing or other combative/noncombative sports as cros...”
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Artisan Martial Arts
(6)
Learn
“Sensi Mish is a fantastic teacher, he has the unique ability to split moves up into connecting segments that are easy to learn and easy to reconnect into the complete move.”
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Ascent Martial Arts
(5)
“I looked at many other martial arts schools in the area, and this one was far more in alignment with how I want my children to grow — where they learn self-belief, honesty, discipline and self-esteem.”
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Industrial Strength: Fitness & Jiu Jitsu
(30)
Strength and Conditioning
Injury
Learn
“I've been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and kettlebells at Industrial Strength for over six years and have lost over fifty pounds and steadily become stronger and healthier than I've ever been.”
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Battle Ground Martial Arts Academy
(29)
Personal Training
Kickboxing
Feel
“I originally joined with intentions of just being able to broaden my horizons of using different equipment, but I quickly was immersed into a community and family atmosphere that opened my eyes to much more than I bargained for.”
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Impact Jiu Jitsu
(25)
Talent
Train
BJJ
“Whether you're a complete beginner looking for a place to begin your journey or an experienced veteran who wants to expand one's knowledge, this is the place for you.”
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