Salem-Keizer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Keizer, United States

5

3 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 503-877-7356
Website:
www.skbjj.com
Address:
4122 River Rd N, Keizer, OR, 97303
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
1.5 miLiberty & Hickory
1.6 miCommercial & Pine
1.7 miLiberty & Grove
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Local time (Keizer) 7:46 AM Sunday, June 15, 2025

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Description

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Salem-​Keizer Brazilian Jiu-​Jitsu Academy is dedicated to bringing cutting edge Brazilian Jiu-​Jitsu techniques to our members. Whether you are just starting out in jiu-​jitsu or are looking to take your training to the next level, SKBJJ is the place for you!

Parents love Salem-​Keizer Brazilian Jiu-​Jitsu classes almost as much as their kids do! That’s because children learn important life lessons that help them grow into successful, focused adults. Word about our classes has been spreading from parent to parent, so spots are filling fast!

Visit our website to purchase one of our adult or youth web-​specials!

Meet the Business Owner

Professor James P.

Business Owner

Professor James Puopolo has been dedicated to training Brazilian Jiu-​Jitsu for the last 10 years. He earned his Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-​Jitsu under World Champion Rafael Lovato Jr.

James Puopolo’s Competitive Accomplishments:

5x World Medalist (including World Champion in 2009)

5x Pan American Medalist (including Pan American Champion in 2009 and 2011)

5x American National Champion

2x American National No-​Gi Champion

US Open Champion

2x American Cup Champion

Multiple Time Grappler’s Quest Champion

ADCC West Coast Trials Winner

ADCC Veteran (2011 & 2013)

Black Belt No-​Gi World Champion (2013)

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3 reviews of Salem-Keizer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

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Place rating: 5
Lebanon, OR
I can’t say enough good things about SKBJJ. Professor James and Instructor Dave are excellent teachers and really take the time to make sure you learn the technique correctly. I have been to a few different gyms and this is by far the best. So glad I joined!
Place rating: 5
Arcadia, CA
Was on a business trip to Salem, OR a couple weeks ago and found this gem of a BJJ gym. Having re-​started BJJ earlier this year with the associated addiction/​love from a white belt, I wanted to continue learning/​training while away from my gym in Southern CA.
The professor wasn’t there on the day I went, but the Mrs. and the purple belt (i’m sorry I forgot your name, should’ve written this review right after I went) instructing were fantastic: positive personalities, very welcoming, and knowledgeable. There was one warm-​up/​movement where the purple belt told me that if I only took that home from class today, it would be great. And he was right! With all the things we get taught during instruction and having hectic lives with everything else, not being able to attend class as often as we’d like, I am guilty of not remembering the intricacies of techniques. But the movement/​concept he taught has stuck with me even more so after his instruction and helps with my rolls. Thank you so much for that and the positive welcome you gave!
With that, everyone I worked with was on the same page with support and positivity. The mat space is large and facility very clean. Great lineage to boot!
There are so many gyms here in Southern CA, and I was very particular before picking the one i’m at now. If I lived in Salem or any of the other surrounding areas I would definitely be joining this gym.
To the people I met and the purple-​belt instructor… hit me up if you are ever in Southern California.
Place rating: 5
Stayton, OR
I started here about a few months ago and I can honestly say I am addicted. Professor James is a great instructor, he breaks down all the moves down step by step which makes the lessons fun enjoyable and challenging. The people in the academy are all very welcoming, there is also a sense of humbleness to the higher ranking belts which made it easier for me to join and made it feel possible to advance. Over all Brazilian Jiu-​jitsu is not an easy martial art but with the people at Salem keizer BJJ they have my journey possible and a very rewarding one. Anyone looking for a new challenge I would suggest to try out Brazilian Jiu-​jitsu.