BJJ in Vancouver

Vancouver WA sits directly across the Columbia River from Portland, OR — connected by the I-5 and I-205 bridges — and functions in practice as the Washington side of the Portland metro. Its four academies serve residents who'd rather stay north of the river than commute into Portland proper.

The headline lineage is Checkmat, represented by The Base Vancouver. Vancouver Elite MMA carries the Fabiano Scherner lineage, one of the more distinctive independent pedigrees in the Southwest Washington market. Emerge Jiu Jitsu and Fisticuffs Gym complete the local roster. For students willing to cross the river, Portland's 25-gym scene is 15–25 minutes away depending on traffic and bridge. Dues in Vancouver generally track the Portland market at $130–$190/mo.