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  Kara Parsons

  As a first time jiu-jitsu and martial arts practitioner, I am so thankful I found Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. If you’re looking for a new place to train and somewhere to start, this is 100% the school for you. Whether you are first starting out, wanting to learn self defense or to continue your jiu-jitsu journey, give this school a chance. I have been training for 3 months now and have nothing but wonderful things to say about my experience with all the instructors, students and overall atmosphere of the school. My first impression really made it easy for me to get my foot in the door and overcome my anxiety stepping into an unfamiliar environment. My first class I felt incredibly welcomed by all of the instructors and students. Ted, Ben and Spencer all have a passion for teaching and never make you feel ashamed to ask about something you don’t understand and they keep working with you until you have the confidence to move forward. One of my favorite attributes about Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, is the huge emphasis they put on student safety and injury prevention. Not only is their beginner program phenomenal, but they also offer classes to all skill level/belt rankings. They even offer a free 10-day trial so you don’t feel pressured to commit to a membership on your first day.

  Posted a year ago
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  Ross Henderson

  Traveling to Portland, GU PDX warmly welcomed me to join a combatives class while in town. Ben led the session with a great mix of technical and instructional skill. Thank you!

  Posted 4 months ago
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  Larry Wolcott

  Coach Ted, and instructors Ben and Spencer, are all very knowledgeable, always focusing first on street self-defense. They are great at meeting students where they’re at, whatever their level of fitness, and whatever they are wanting to get out of Jujitsu. Coach Ted also sets a great tone, and egos are left at the door, from the newest students to the competitors and higher belts. I tried a couple schools before this one, and have now been at Gracie PDX over a year. Highly recommended.

  Posted a year ago
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  Jesse Reyes

  Coach Ted runs a highly professional and friendly school. His teaching staff are quality instructors that offer a welcoming environment to both novice and experienced practitioners. Ted stresses safety and situational awareness during classes which I really appreciate in order to help avoid injuries. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Portland is a Gracie University Certified Training Center which is awesome! The program is both applicable to self defense and sport Jiu-Jitsu. Best of all Portland Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is a community of friendly, supportive and great people.

  Posted a year ago
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  Kaylis Hansen

  My experience here was very positive from the first class. Coach Ted and instructors Ben and Spencer were all very welcoming and made sure to make me feel included in the group, as well as giving me the extra coaching and attention that i needed as someone new to martial arts. The pace in the combatives program is great for beginners yet theres still something new to be learned and improved on in every class, and they have more advanced programs for someone whos got some stripes under their belt. So dont be intimidated, give the free trial a try! Ive already recommended it to a couple of friends.

  Posted a year ago