WORLD CLASS BJJ, MIXED MARTIAL ARTS AND FITNESS IN PORTLAND
At Straight Blast Gym, we produce results for everyone interested in martial arts – regardless of experience, athleticism or lack thereof. We focus on what works: the core fundamental principles. The science behind our training methods works for 45-year-old professors, 53-year-old attorneys, 22-year-old MMA fighters, and Oregon’s most successful BJJ competition team!
REAL WORLD RESULTS
“Love this place! I’m very new to Martial arts of any kind. At the time I was so scared and overwhelmed by all of the choices. I had my orientation which helped me decide where to start. I can’t say enough about the atmosphere. Such a vast group of people all striving to thrive not only physically but emotionally, spiritually and mentally. All helping lift each other up.”
– Chelsea P.
“Go here if you want to learn the right way. SBG is as encouraging as it is challenging. This is important in order for you to grow as a fighter. I have been a member at other gyms and it was so ego-driven. You will not find that at SBG. Instead, you will find a supportive community that helps you to get to the next level in your training.”
– Patrick D.
“Where Sbg shines is the curriculum and the way they teach the material. Coaches are friendly and make you feel welcome. There are a lot of skilled upper belts and members that have been training there for many years. If you want to train jiu jitsu this is the place to go.”
– Denis D.
“This gym is like family to me now, and some of my closest friends now are at SBG. The training there, first and foremost is incredible. Every single coach is top notch, relatable, technical, humble, and generous in their time and energy. The community is incredible, and diverse. I love SBG, my husband and my two children train here, and I am there five days a week. ”
– Michelle Z.
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SBG Is More Than Just Martial Arts
SBG began over twenty years ago, when its founder, Matt Thornton, opened the first locations in Portland Oregon. His goal was to create a university of fighting, where the truth of what does and does not work could be explored – an academy where ‘best practices’ could develop – where form would follow function.
Since that time, the organization has grown exponentially. SBG now has over 50 locations around the world, and can be found on every continent. It has produced multiple UFC fighters (including the biggest UFC Champion in history, Conor McGregor) – multiple BJJ world champions, including black belt medalists – and currently stands as the world’s leading organization for functional martial arts, combat sports, law enforcement, military hand-to-hand, and self-defense.
In addition to a consolidated business structure and curricula – there is a strong bond of shared philosophy, and loyalty, that unites all of the SBG locations. It is reflected in the organizations motto –
One Tribe – One Vibe.
SBG Portland is also extremely proud to be one of the few academies to be recognized by Rickson Gracie’s Jiu Jitsu Global Federation.
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SBG ARTICLES AND NEWS
The Gorilla Press, Issue 138
Last Month's Podcast From coach Matt- "October’s SBG Podcast is here! “Feeling good about a problem and actually solving a problem are two very different things.” - Steve Salerno This month I talk with best-selling author and professor of media ethics, Steve Salerno. Steve wrote the book “SHAM, How the [...]
The Gorilla Press, Issue 136
Matt On Cleared Hot "I had the privilege of being on Andy Stumpf’s Cleared Hot podcast recently, with John Frankl and Travis Davison. We talk about the early days of BJJ, the first American black belts, the evolution of the art, police shootings, defunding the police, Portland, politics, violence, and [...]
The Gorilla Press, Issue 135
Matt Heads To Montana Each year Matt does a seminar circuit and Montana is always a priority on the list. His visit to Kalispell typically is accompanied by land mark belt promotions and this years visit was no different. Two of SBG's Youngest Black Belts [...]
The Gorilla Press, Issue 134
Travis Hops On Cornerstone Of America Podcast They say you can judge a man's character by the company he keeps. If that's the case then my guest today is of the highest caliber. Travis Davison is a husband, father, co-founder /co-owner of SBG Montana Jiu Jitsu and Mixed [...]
The Gorilla Press, Issue 133
Matt On Failure "A student asked a question recently about a problem they were having during a drill. They kept putting their arm in a particular place, and getting thrown off top. My initial answer was: “stop putting your arm there.” That may seem flippant, but, it’s important we [...]
Karate Classes Portland and Self Defense
It is a rare parent that considers their children's personal safety such that they put in place a comprehensive programme to evolve and safeguard their child's development with a traditional self defense system such as Karate. Children are often left to develop their own strategies to deal with bullies, either [...]
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