Brazilian Top Team Oregon City — Local services in Oregon City

My 5 year old has been attending classes here for about a year now. The coaching staff Maria, Charlie and Prof. Bessa are all currently competing champions who know what they’re doing. They teach with patience, care and discipline. There aren’t long lectures. They teach a series of basic moves and let the kids work together on the mats to figure things out and there is always sparring. They play fun games in between the different class sections and the kids love it. There are always winners and losers in the games and sparring rounds—which I love. Effort and progress is acknowledged but these kids aren’t getting new belts or stripes every week. They’re on the same terms as the adults.

I’ve watched my son go from asking me to quit every week to asking me when he can compete next and talking to me about arm bars and different ways to pass guard.

I started practicing myself about a month ago at both Oregon City and Happy Valley. I’ve never taken BJJ and going from spectator to student has been eye opening. The people I’ve rolled with have become instant friends and the physical and mental benefits of learning to solve puzzles while grappling has been fun, intense and humbling.

Our family has been very welcomed by Prof. Bessa and the staff. They care about their community, listen and help. It was obvious from the start that this academy is special. I don’t really want to write such a glowing review because selfishly I don’ty want it to get too crowded, but it would be unfair if those on the fence about bringing their kids or themselves don’t...

Our two sons have been going to BTT in Oregon city for a little over a year now, so this review is grounded in solid experience.

As a father who wants his kids to get away from screens, get some great exercise and some fun safely, there just isn’t anything out there to compare to. The coaches at BTT are true professionals. They are all advanced belts with YEARS of tournament experience and success, and they pass that expertise on to my children in the most constructive and helpful way.

My kids aren’t coddled here, but they are always encouraged, and moreover, they receive age appropriate challenges that make them stronger and more confident all the time. They love coming to practice. I feel I need to emphasize that. I NEVER have to make them get in the car, they are ALWAYS ready to practice!

We’ve had tournament success that stunned us, and it’s clearly because the coaching they receive here is way above what other schools are teaching their kids. You can just see it in how the kids are prepared when they hit the mat.

The atmosphere at BTT is welcoming, and it’s 100% about teaching and growing. I can’t be any happier with our decision

I can only speak as a parent, but based on the number of adults that I see coming early each day to be ready for THEIR class (after the the teens’ class ends) tells me that they seem pretty happy with the...

My 5 year old has been attending the Little Ninjas jiu jitsu class with coach Gus, coach Charlie, and coach Maria 3 days a week for the last 7 months. The coaches are incredible with the kids— they are firm yet fun, patient, and so encouraging. Not to mention world class athletes! They are all true role models.

The little ninjas class is a good balance of learning jiujitsu skills through demonstrations, training with partners, sparring, and games. My son loves this class and it’s had a positive impact on him in many ways! Once my daughter is old enough I hope she is interested in trying it out too. There are several girls in the class currently and it’s awesome to see how they look up to coach Maria!

The best part is seeing my son so proud of himself when he earns stripes. He’s learning that hard work, focus, and...