10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Portland

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Portland is led by Phill Schwartz, a second-degree black belt under Eddie Bravo who has been teaching in Portland for over a decade. Schwartz has built the academy around a structured, level-based no-gi curriculum that reflects both the 10th Planet approach and the needs of Portland’s grapplers. From day one, the focus has been on making modern submission grappling accessible—whether students are brand new or arriving with years of experience, there’s a place for them on the mat. Classes at 10th Planet Portland run throughout the day with a clear progression: fundamentals, intermediate, and advanced levels are all represented, along with specialty sessions like Leg Locks 101, Rubberguard, and Judo for No-Gi. The academy also offers a robust kids program with age-appropriate drills and partner work, as well as dedicated women’s classes that emphasize technical progression in a focused training environment. Open mats are held weekly, and the gym welcomes drop-ins, making it practical for both locals and visitors. Beyond jiu-jitsu, the schedule includes Bang Muay Thai for striking and strength & conditioning sessions, giving students a chance to cross-train and round out their skills. The facility is wheelchair accessible, and the culture is rooted in steady technical growth, with over 400 active members and a history of competition involvement. For those traveling from nearby areas like Oak Grove or Lake Oswego, the location offers a straightforward way to train in the 10th Planet system without heading deeper into the city.

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