Mata-Leao Combat Sports

Mata-Leao Combat Sports Top Rated Martial Arts & Fitness Academy specializing in BJJ & Muay Thai Kickboxing🥊🥋 Portland OR

Mata-Leao Combat Sports is a Mixed Martial Arts training facility located in SE Portland, Oregon. We offer training in Mixed Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Submission Wrestling and Self-Defense. Our curriculum is ran by highly trained black belts that are extremely passionate in the arts of helping others achieve their goals. Wether on the road to achieving a higher belt

in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or strengthening your overall fitness conditioning, our environment is well suited for your success.

Today I had the pleasure to have one of my first juvenile students come an visit us since probably close to 10 years ago...
04/24/2026

Today I had the pleasure to have one of my first juvenile students come an visit us since probably close to 10 years ago. Jacob Butler was just a little boy when he last trained with us and now he’s all grown up. Not many kids end up sticking with the martial arts but the ones who stick with it… man, I’m telling you — these are the ones to watch out for. Not just on the mats, but in life.
That being said it takes a lot of discipline and dedication to follow through with training specially during your teen years. There are just way too many distractions, so to see kids do this… it is a true blessing. Because Jiu-Jitsu has a way of doing something special to a person. It makes you strong — not just physically, but mentally. It keeps you humble, because the mat has a way of humbling everyone eventually. And most importantly, it shapes your character in ways that never leave you, no matter how many years pass between sessions.

Jacob, it was an honor to see the man you’ve become. Once a Mata Leao student, always family. Welcome home, brother. 🤙

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Huge congratulations to our Tiny Ninjas on their promotions yesterday! 🥋✨So proud of your hard work, focus, and big smil...
04/22/2026

Huge congratulations to our Tiny Ninjas on their promotions yesterday! 🥋✨
So proud of your hard work, focus, and big smiles on the mats—keep shining, little warriors!

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04/03/2026

Build Confidence, Focus, and Discipline—On and Off the Mat

As parents, we all want our kids to be confident, focused, and resilient. But with school, screens, and busy schedules, it’s not always easy to find activities that truly help them grow.

Our Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program at Mata Leao Combat Sports helps children develop:
🥋 Confidence to stand up for themselves
🧠 Focus that carries into school and homework
💪 Discipline and respect for others
🤝 Positive friendships in a supportive team environment

This isn’t about fighting—it’s about building strong, capable kids who learn to stay calm under pressure and believe in themselves.

Our experienced coaches create a safe, structured, and welcoming environment where kids ages 4+ can learn, grow, and have fun.

✨ Try our 2-Week Intro Program and see the difference for yourself.

👉 Visit us at:
https://mataleaocs.com/kids-bjj-classes-in-portland/
to reserve your child’s spot today.

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1st day of training @ 360 Fighter Camp Brazil in the books. A bit delirious and jet lagged but we made it happen.
03/24/2026

1st day of training @ 360 Fighter Camp Brazil in the books. A bit delirious and jet lagged but we made it happen.

Huge shoutout and congratulations to Chanel “Rainmaker” Kimbrough, Emmett Lawber, and Peter Jones for their incredible p...
03/18/2026

Huge shoutout and congratulations to Chanel “Rainmaker” Kimbrough, Emmett Lawber, and Peter Jones for their incredible performances at this past weekend’s Subleague Submission Challenge!

Chanel showed true warrior spirit, stepping up to compete in TWO weight divisions—bringing home gold in their division and silver in the weight class above. Absolute boss move.

Peter battled hard and earned a well-deserved third-place finish in his division.

Emmett went through a series of tough, hard-fought matches and, while just missing the podium, showed serious grit and heart every step of the way.

What stood out most? When asked how they felt about the tournament, all three were simply grateful for the experience and what they learned. That mindset is what martial arts is all about.

We’re incredibly proud of their bravery, enthusiasm, and willingness to step on the mats and test themselves. That’s how champions are built.







Keep up the amazing work—we’re just getting started. 💪

Guess the Technique
03/11/2026

Guess the Technique

03/11/2026

Teaching kids the importance of grips in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most valuable foundations they can learn early in their training. Gripping isn’t just about holding onto a uniform — it develops strength, control, and awareness that carries over into every part of their Jiu-Jitsu journey.

When kids learn how to properly grip the gi, they begin building real functional strength in their hands, forearms, and upper body. These small muscles are often overlooked in other sports, but in Jiu-Jitsu they play a huge role in controlling positions, maintaining balance, and executing techniques. Over time, consistent grip training helps kids naturally improve their overall physical fitness, coordination, and endurance.

Grips also teach problem-solving and patience. Instead of relying on speed or size, kids learn how to control a situation using leverage and technique. When they realize they can hold a position, slow an opponent down, or escape using proper grips, their confidence starts to grow.

Perhaps most importantly, learning grips helps kids feel more in control during training. That sense of control builds comfort on the mats and encourages them to stay calm and focused in challenging situations.

At the end of the day, something as simple as learning how to grip properly can make a huge difference. It helps kids become stronger, more confident, and more capable athletes—both on and off the mats.

At Mata Leao Combat Sports, we focus on building strong fundamentals from the very beginning. Teaching kids the importance of grips in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu helps them develop strength, confidence, and skills that will benefit them far beyond the mats. 💪🥋

Progress in Jiu-Jitsu isn’t always obvious.But every class, you’re improving.Trust the process. Stay consistent.We see y...
03/11/2026

Progress in Jiu-Jitsu isn’t always obvious.

But every class, you’re improving.

Trust the process. Stay consistent.

We see your growth. Keep going. 👊

Focused faces today. You can literally see the confidence building!!
03/06/2026

Focused faces today. You can literally see the confidence building!!

🎃👊 KIDS HALLOWEEN PRE-FUNK PARTY! 🥋🍬Friday, October 31st | 4:30–6:00 PMGet ready for a spooktacular time at Mata Leão Co...
10/21/2025

🎃👊 KIDS HALLOWEEN PRE-FUNK PARTY! 🥋🍬
Friday, October 31st | 4:30–6:00 PM

Get ready for a spooktacular time at Mata Leão Combat Sports!
We’re kicking off Halloween with a kids-only pre-funk party filled with:
🕹️ Fun games
🥗 Tasty (and healthy!) snacks
🎭 Costume contest & prizes

Parents — feel free to bring a healthy snack to share!
We’ll make sure our little warriors get some real food before the candy madness begins! 🍎💪

After the party, we’ll all head out together for Trick or Treating in the Ladd’s Addition neighborhood!
Friends and families are welcome to join the fun! 🏡👻

Let’s celebrate Halloween the Mata Leão way — with community, laughter, and a whole lot of fun! 🎃💥

📍Mata Leão Combat Sports
📅 Friday, October 31st, 2025
🕓 4:30–6:00 PM (party) | Trick or Treating afterward

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1115 SE Stephens St
Portland, OR
97214

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday 7am - 9pm
Wednesday 12pm - 9pm
Thursday 7am - 9pm
Friday 5pm - 9pm
Saturday 12pm - 3pm
Sunday 12pm - 2pm

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+15032083160

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