Yoga for athletes starts today at the Portland Gym!
Existing members get to try class for *FREE*!
Come in today and experience what high QUALITY Yoga can do for your body!
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November 3, 2011
November 1, 2011
Why do people travel from NW Canada to train at the Portland Gym?
Watch this video and find out why. |
Norm travelled all the way from the NW Territories of Canada to train at SBG Portland. While here he trained 7 days a week, walking away uninjured and ready for more after an entire month. SBG is for every-body.
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October 31, 2011
Exciting NEW changes to the SBG schedule are here NOW!
Starting this Tuesday we’ve added a TON of new classes!
There is a brand NEW Introduction to Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Program
A brand NEW Introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Program
A brand NEW Introduction to Striking - Kickboxing program
And an all NEW high quality Yoga for Athletes program!
These are just a few of the additions made!
We’ve also added extra classes with some of our most popular coaches. Chris Stearns now teaches Monday AND Wednesday, and Cane Prevost teaches Tuesday AND Thursday.
We’ve also added a whole new Saturday program, plus much MORE!
Active members see Zach at the front desk to pick up the new packed schedule.
Non-members give Zach a call at 503/230-7924
Also, this Month on Saturday the 26th
World renowned BJJ & MMACoach John Kavanagh will be teaching a clinic at the Portland Gym!
Attendance will be limited
make sure you sign up with Zach by Nov 11th to secure your spot.
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July 7, 2011
Oct 20th - 25th, The Mexico Retreat is now taking registration!
Held in beautiful Puerto Vallarta Mexico, at the amazing Barcelo Resort. Surrounded by a tropical jungle, with four swimming pools, multiple Jacuzzis, five on site restaurants, and a private beach; this resort must be seen to be believed. With five days of training, and everything included in the package price, this is a once in a lifetime trip you won’t want to miss!
Coaches will include: Matt Thornton, Karl Tanswell, Gunnar Nelson, Travis Davison, and Rick Davison; along with many more of SBG’s top coaches who are planning on attending.
Training sessions include: breaking down your BJJ curriculum to it’s core, guard passing, striking for MMA, a session on cornering for MMA, sweeps, escapes from bottom, and an individual evaluation of attendees overall games + more!
There will also be: Yoga for camp members & their spouses, scuba diving, kayaking, water volleyball, swimming in the resorts multiple pools, lounging on the private beach, group dinners, and activities for children.
The resort includes: Five restaurants, four swimming pools, three bars, two open air Jacuzzis, kids club, daily & nightly shows, 24 hour medical care, and concierge service.
Double occupancy: Five nights at the resort, transportation to and from the airport, all food (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks at five on site restaurants!), all alcohol or drinks (3 on site bars, including one in the pool!), and four days of training = 790. Person *(that is just over 150. a day for all the training, food, and accommodations in this spectacular resort!) * Non training spouse rate, 490.
Single occupancy: five nights at the resort, transportation to and from he airport, all food (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks at five on site restaurants!), all alcohol or drinks (3 on site bars, including one in the pool!), and four days of training = 990.
To book your space now contact Beth toll free at: 1-800-313-8839
http://www.straightblastgym.com/camps.htm 
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Matt’s Summer schedule is full
If you are still interested in catching a seminar this Summer, there are plenty more yet to be held:
July 8th & 9th Matt Thornton Reno seminar
Contact Ray for details: Email: rxjits@sbcglobal.net
Web: www.teamrenobjj.com
Contact Ray for details: Email: rxjits@sbcglobal.net
Web: www.teamrenobjj.com
July 15th & 16th Matt Thornton Montana seminar
Contact Travis for details: http://sbgmontana.com/
Contact Travis for details: http://sbgmontana.com/
July 30th – 31st Matt Thornton Berkeley CA seminar
Contact Alan or Lily for details: Tel: 510-540-8283
Email: moderncombatives@hotmail.com
Web: www.moderncombatives.com
Contact Alan or Lily for details: Tel: 510-540-8283
Email: moderncombatives@hotmail.com
Web: www.moderncombatives.com
August 27th – 28th Matt Thornton Toronto Canada seminar
Contact Jason for details: www.sbgtoronto.com 
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SBG Portland re-modeling and improving
In our never ending efforts to make Oregon’s first, and absolute best BJJ & MMA Gym even better, we are improving our facilities, class schedules are expanding, and as usual, some of the worlds best coaches are found on our mat weekly. SBG Portland is the place to be. Keep up with us on FaceBook:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/SBGi-Straight-Blast-Gym-Portland-Oregon/101362492303 
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Matt recently returned from Niagara Falls Canada where he had the privilege of teaching a weekend seminars at Rich Beaupit’s gym. The weekend focused mostly on guard, with the pressures and postures that link closed, open and upright guards together being the main topic. A great time was had by all. Rich represents the best of what SBG is, so if you are ever in the area make sure you stop by and experience some world class training.
http://www.beaupitsmma.com/
http://www.beaupitsmma.com/
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Matt tours Iceland& Niagara Falls!
- The amazing Icelandic countryside
After a long absence, Matt Thornton once again returned to Iceland for a two day seminar. Mjolnir’s new facility, which was just in the process of opening, is perhaps the most amazing Gym to have been created so far; multiple floors, huge training ares, and everything a combat athlete would need. Following the seminar Matt taught a competition team working which focused on leg lock counters. After the seminar a tour of the Icelandic countryside kicked off, and words don’t do justice to this majestic landscape. Much thanks to Gunnar Nelson and the rest of the Mjolnir crew for making this event happen. It was much appreciated, and nice to see the Iceland family again.
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Matt Thornton & John Diggins complete SBG Euro Tour!
Matt receives a coaching award from John Kavanagh
SBG President Matt Thornton, along with Portland Coach John Diggins completed a seminar tour this spring which took them through Ireland, and around Sweden. It was great to see old friends. John Kavangh’s Gym in Dublin is a hub of activity all year round, as every weekend his athletes our fighting, and dominating in various events around the world. Meeting up with them there was Iceland’s Gunnar (Gunni) Nelson, as well as SBG South Africa’s Steven Bazzea (who holds the record for the longest journey for a seminar), and others from around the UK and Europe. The weekend long event was fun for everyone. Following this Matt and John spent a week in Stockholm, teaching multiple classes in the evening on all aspects of BJJ. It was great to see the Stockholm crew again, and spend time with friends in that very cool city. The following weekend finished off with a two day event at Daniel’s ‘Primate Lounge’, where it was great to see SBG Estonia’s Pritt (the funny Estonian), as well as Thomas Lacour from Denmark, and many other friends. As always the vibe at Daniel’s & throughout our tour represented what SBG is all about, and we are already looking forward to our 2012 visit!
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