Earlier this year I decided I was bored with my workouts and wanted to try something new. I'd found…read morea Groupon special that gave me access to Mata Leao and soon found myself in my first 'Warrior Challenge' class, aka strength and conditioning. Initially I was intimated and uncertain of what to expect. But right away others in the class introduced themselves to me and were very friendly. You won't find "that guy" lifting weights and flexing in the mirrors at Mata Leao, everyone who is there is encouraging you, is happy to see you progress and will push you when you need it. The workouts themselves are the most intense workouts I've ever experienced. Every day is different, you never know what the actual workout is going to be until you arrive and look at the whiteboard. I've seen more progress in my fitness in the last 9 months since I joined Mata Leao than I ever did while working out at a standard gym with a personal trainer. At 35 yo I'm in best shape I've ever been in and I'm doing things now I never really thought possible for me (rope climbs, pull-ups, ect.). I highly recommend Mata Leao!

It's a wonderful with school with awesome instructors. I always have fun learning and training…read morethere

My kids have been coming here for 3 years now . They have an excellent kids class on…read moreTuesday/Thursday and Saturday all the instructors there are amazing and the kids love going . The kids all work great together and have a fun structured class , not only learning jujitsu but also respect and the word of the month which they talk about and put into practice . My daughter also does the women's class on Monday nights and absolutely loves it .

Character building | Excellent for kids…read more We've been coming here for about 2 months now and recommend this place. Our 5 yr old daughter officially enrolled in their 5-12yr old class, once a week, and loves it! Backstory: We checked out this place a few weeks before our daughter turned 5. She is always very nervous and hesitant to try anything new, especially when it's something she does on her own without us in the picture. So, this was a big step for us. Within the first month of showing up, she went from watching off of the mat to sitting on the mat and eventually interacting with other kids with the help of one of the teacher's daughters. It was a long transition for our daughter, but everyone in the class are so welcoming and friendly. The teachers, including the owner, are so understanding. They never pressured her/us to join. They made the transition easier and more fun to the point where we signed up for 1 class a week and bought her a gi about 2 months later. In her words, "I like this place. I like jiu-jitsu." She is the youngest and smallest kid in this class. I'm excited to see how far she goes here! I like how Joe runs the class. They warm up, talk about the word of the month (i.e. respect), learn a new move, practice this new move with others, and practice the guard. For this specific class, they offer it 3 days a week: Tuesdays/Thursdays at 5pm and Saturdays at 9am. Parking is on the street or in the private lot. There is a sitting area for parents to watch.

I've been training here for a couple months BJJ and a little Muay Thai; This gym is truly…read morefantastic. The facility itself is huge and clean with so much space. The BJJ classes are attended with often a good balance of every skill level and the instructors are all amazing people who are truly talented. There are tons of different personalities so no matter what you are looking for... they probably have it. Training at this gym has become one of my favorite parts of the day and the only reason I am writing this review is because I'm so excited for practice tomorrow.

THE best gym in the PNW to train MMA, or a single discipline like boxing BJJ Muay Thai or…read morewrestling. I joined this gym when I was 16 years old, fought 19 times as an amateur and they just turned me pro in boxing and mma. I'm now 1-0 in both, won my MMA pro debut last November and I truly believe this gym can make me a UFC champion. Even if you are just training for fun or self defense, come try a free class! Guarantee you'll love it.

Great gym for the all around. People are very humble, and allowed my wife and I to do a drop in…read more Wednesday nights offer serious conditioning with a much longer class. This is a great option for people that want to get serious, into shape or just want more mat time! Not sure if it's only for Blue's and up, but there were a few White belt's there. Instructor Jared drilled a cool arm bar and triangle in detail. Great explanation and was crystal clear on explaining the drill. We're all heading to SubLeague this weekend I wouldn't be surprised to see a lot of Gold Medals coming from Next Level. I hope to do another drop in one day and always good to make more friends!

Hands down the best gym I've been too! If you want to feel like part of a family, come here. Greg…read morehas done an excellent job of creating a welcoming environment for all levels. Even the kids BJJ program is top notch! My son won't stop asking to go back. The training it tough and the staff is extremely knowledgeable.

This place has great vibes, good coaches, and is both competitive but also good for beginners. I…read moreparticularly love all the grappling classes and have the best time there.

I've been a member for about a week now. I really like this gym because they have a fighter gym…read moremindset which is how I'm used to training as I've done martial arts for years. Some things I wanna highlight that I enjoy is the variety of classes, the classes themselves, and the coaches. There's a variety of classes to include Boot Camp, strength and conditioning, Muay Thai/kickboxing, MMA, judo, jujutsu, etc. The gym is also open every day of the week for about 10+ hours a day on most days. I like the flexibility of being able to come here on my own schedule either to take a class or to trained by myself. A bonus for Portland, is there is free parking available to include a parking lot and street.

I've been living in Portland for 20 years and if we ever move this would be the thing we would miss…read morethe most. My kids have grown in so many ways by being a part of this gym and the life lessons and skills they learn on and off the mat here will forever be a part of them. The kids program is hands down the best in the city. We have been a part of two other gyms before and there is no comparison to community, care and students here at 10th planet. Coach Morgan and his team of coaches run a world class kids program that is not only technical but fun. The mix of drills, skills training and sparring with a mix of games in between keeps the kids engaged and happy. The community of parents and kids is solid gold. The caliber of kids that come here bring a sense of skill, passion, and it's like a small family. The engagement from the adults who train here as well as the owners and coaches creates such a family atmosphere. The head coach of the kids program Coach Morgan brings such a high level of jujitsu but most of all really cares for the students and families as if they were his own. The level of patience and care from the coaching team is unmatched. They have Ninja nights where they run games, mini competition brackets, movies, pizza and more games is an absolute blast for the kids but also provides parents a night off. It builds comradery among the kids and allows them to play with each other outside of the gym setting. The gym, the staff, the quality of training and the members make this a truly special place.

This is THE best gym. Phill Schwartz is an amazing coach that is highly respected throughout the…read moreentire jiu jitsu community and for good reason. Not only is he a consistent student of the game, but he is also a very personable coach. With over 250 members, I guarantee you that he will know your name in the first week and be championing your improvement every time he sees you. I've been training at this gym for 6 years and I can't believe how amazing this community is. Through thick and thin, everyone here is pushing to make you and themselves better in jiu jitsu and life. Join 10th planet Portland and change your life for the better!

This gym is a great place for girls to build confidence and strength! Sarah, the coaches, classes,…read morecamps, activities and students helped my 11 year old daughter build her confidence and strength. She was a shy and soft spoken person and became a person who is more confident and seemed to break out of her shell. She even had opportunities to help and teach others in her Ninja Girls classes Thank you G.I.R.L.S gym!

I came to this gym never having tried kick boxing and not being in great shape. I have never…read moreenjoyed working out, and this was the first place where I did. I felt incredibly welcomed and not at all embarrassed. The classes are extremely accommodating for all skill levels and the instructors could not be kinder or more encouraging. They foster such a wonderful atmosphere of learning and belonging while also providing an incredible workout. I'm so sad I moved away and can't attend anymore; every other class I've tried has been 95% workout/cardio and 5% actual kickboxing, but GIRLS Gym truly got into the fundamentals and know how while also providing an awesome work out! I will forever remember the incredible girls I met here and what they taught me.

I came here with no experience and found a community of awesome people that were excited to teach…read moreme. They have a weight room in the gym which is also a huge perk. I took muay thai and jiu-jitsu classes and I have been very happy with deciding to come here.