Daruma Combat Sports: Premier Boxing, Kickboxing, and MMA Training in NE Portland

Daruma Combat Sports Introduce

For Oregon residents looking to elevate their fitness, learn practical

Self defense lessons

, or seriously pursue the discipline of

combat sports

, Daruma Combat Sports stands out as a premier destination in the Portland metro area. Operating from the convenient and professional setting of Vive Fitness in the historic Hollywood District of NE Portland, Daruma offers far more than a standard workout; it delivers elite, personalized coaching rooted in real-world experience. Whether you are an absolute beginner hoping to drop weight and gain confidence, or an experienced athlete aiming to refine your technique, this

Boxing gym

provides a supportive, high-energy environment built for all skill levels.

Daruma Combat Sports is dedicated to the belief that the physical and mental discipline found in martial arts should be accessible to everyone. The coaches specialize in translating high-level combat techniques—from the ring and the cage—into fun, effective, and empowering training programs. This is not just a place to punch a bag; it’s a school where you learn the "why" behind every movement, building not only muscle but also mental toughness and strategic intelligence. From high-intensity

Cardio Boxing classes

that one customer described as "phenomenal" and the "most intense and effective calorie-burning workouts you’ll ever experience," to technical

Jiu-Jitsu lessons

and

MMA lessons

, the focus is always on personalized progress within a welcoming community. This is Portland's destination for those who want real results through authentic

sports coaching

and combat discipline.

Location and Accessibility

Strategically located in one of Northeast Portland's most accessible neighborhoods, the studio’s home base ensures convenience for the surrounding community. Daruma Combat Sports operates out of Vive Fitness, positioning it perfectly for easy access from various parts of Portland and the wider Oregon region.

Address: Vive Fitness, 1969 NE 42nd Ave C/O, Portland, OR 97213, USA

This NE 42nd Avenue address places the facility right in the vibrant heart of the Hollywood District, a location known for its excellent public transit links and central positioning. For those driving, the availability of a

Free parking lot

is a significant convenience often difficult to find in the city. More importantly, Daruma Combat Sports is deeply committed to physical accessibility and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment for every member of the Portland community. The facility is fully equipped with a

Wheelchair accessible entrance

, a

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

, a

Wheelchair accessible restroom

, and

Wheelchair accessible seating

. Furthermore, amenities include a

Gender-neutral restroom

, a standard

Restroom

, and complimentary

Wi-Fi

, all contributing to a comfortable and barrier-free training environment.

Services Offered

Daruma Combat Sports provides a comprehensive roster of training options that cover the full spectrum of combat sports, conditioning, and personal defense, catering to every fitness and skill goal. All training is delivered through

Onsite services

at their NE Portland location and requires both an

Appointment required

and a

Membership required

commitment to ensure quality and focused coaching.

The core services include:

Personal Training
: Highly personalized one-on-one coaching for fitness, technical skill development, or competition prep, with sessions starting
From $30.00
. This is ideal for those who need a schedule tailored to their "fighting style and schedule."
Boxing Lessons
and
Kickboxing Lessons
: Technical instruction focused on fundamental and advanced striking skills, both starting
From $30.00
, designed for fitness enthusiasts and aspiring competitors alike.
MMA Lessons
,
Wrestling Lessons
, and
Jiu-Jitsu Lessons
: Training in the complete skillset of mixed martial arts, with
MMA lessons
and
Jiu-Jitsu lessons
starting
From $60.00
. This comprehensive offering allows students to become well-rounded martial artists.
Self Defense Lessons
: Practical, real-world defensive training to build confidence and capability, with sessions starting
From $60.00
. This program focuses on safety and preparedness for the Oregon community.
Group Classes
: High-energy, motivating classes covering various disciplines, including
boxing classes
,
kickboxing classes
,
cardio boxing classes
, and the intensely rewarding
cardio kickboxing classes
and
Boxing Conditioning Class
.
Youth Programs
: The studio is
Good for kids
, offering classes designed to instill discipline, confidence, and respect in younger students through combat sports.
Specialized Events
: Customizable training experiences for businesses or large groups, including
Corporate events
and
Seminars
focusing on team building, fitness, or self-defense.

Features and Highlights

Daruma Combat Sports distinguishes itself in the Portland fitness landscape through its professional coaching pedigree and its deeply committed culture of inclusion. These highlights ensure that every student receives both world-class instruction and a genuinely supportive training atmosphere.

Coaching Credentials and Fight Experience
: Every coach at Daruma possesses
real fight experience
, either in the professional ring or cage, and has a proven track record of training athletes competing on major global stages, including the
UFC, PFL, and Bellator
circuits. This level of expertise ensures students learn "real boxing technique," not just a fitness approximation.
A True Transgender Safespace and LGBTQ+ Friendly Environment
: The studio is highly commended for its inclusive culture, proudly identifying as
LGBTQ+ friendly
and a
Transgender safespace
. This commitment to respect, dignity, and acceptance ensures that all members of the Portland community feel secure, welcomed, and fully able to focus on their training without reservation.
High-Intensity, Rewarding Fitness
: The classes are famously challenging, exemplified by the "most exhausting—yet unbelievably rewarding—workouts in Portland." The
Boxing Conditioning Class
, in particular, is lauded for being an "incredible way to learn real boxing technique" while delivering an intense, calorie-burning workout.
Personalized Coaching for All Levels
: The experience is tailored whether you are a competitor or a hobbyist. As one client notes, coaches will "tailor lessons to your fighting style and schedule." For those in group settings, the different coaching styles mean they "never want to miss a day," proving the diverse, high-quality instruction across the entire team.
Military Support
: As a thank you for their service, Daruma Combat Sports offers valuable
Active military discounts
, a significant gesture of support for those in the Oregon armed forces community.

Contact Information

To book your first

Personal training

consultation or join a dynamic

Cardio Boxing classes

session, please use the following contact details. Remember that an appointment is required to begin your journey at this top-tier Portland

sports coaching

facility.

Address: Vive Fitness, 1969 NE 42nd Ave C/O, Portland, OR 97213, USA

Phone: (503) 758-9430

What is Worth Choosing Daruma Combat Sports

In a market saturated with fitness options, Daruma Combat Sports offers a uniquely potent and valuable combination of elite expertise and genuine community focus that makes it the definitive choice for combat sports training in the Oregon region.

First and foremost, you are choosing unparalleled coaching quality. The team consists of certified, world-class trainers with literal ring experience, who have guided athletes to victory on the highest professional stages. This means your

Boxing lessons

Jiu-Jitsu lessons

are not just for exercise; they are authentic, technical instruction that will fundamentally improve your competence and confidence, whether your goal is fitness, fighting, or pure

Self defense lessons

Equally important is the studio's culture. For anyone searching for a truly safe place to train, Daruma Combat Sports’ designation as an

LGBTQ+ friendly

and

Transgender safespace

provides an assurance of respect and community that few studios can match. The highly accessible facility, complete with

Wheelchair accessible entrance

and

Gender-neutral restroom

, reinforces this commitment to an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Ultimately, Daruma Combat Sports is worth choosing because it eliminates the need to compromise. You can get a world-class, exhausting, and effective calorie-burning workout while simultaneously learning authentic

Kickboxing lessons

and real-world skills. This dual focus on high-intensity fitness and technical mastery, all delivered within a welcoming, accessible, and highly professional

Boxing club

in NE Portland's Hollywood District, solidifies its status as the top choice for

sports coaching

in the Oregon area.

Daruma Combat Sports Boxing

Boxing Club
Personal training From $30.00
Personal Training, Private boxing lessons, Kick boxing lessons, Self defense and more! Work 1 on 1 with your trainer or sign up for small group training sessions instead.
Boxing lessons From $30.00
We are proud ot offer private boxing lessons focusing on Fitness, Fighting, or Self defense. uOr staff of world class trainers are capable and ready help you de-stress, tone up, get fit, all while learning how to properly box from trainers who actually compete.
Kickboxing lessons From $30.00
We offer both private Dutch Style Kickboxing and Muay Thai Kickboxing lessons as a way to build confidence, have fun, get fit, and learn to defend yourself. Work privately with your trainer or in a small group setting to make the most of your scheduled training session.
Mma lessons From $60.00
MMA coach Jerome "Jay" Klumb is a professional mixed martial artist representing the world renowned American Top Team Portland and offering his services as a top notch private MMA trainer. If you've always been interested in learning to fight or train like a UFC Athlete, book a session with Jay!
Wrestling lessons
Coach Nate Ronan was a D1 wrestler for Penn state and has experience coaching club, junior high, and high school athletes. Nate also helps coach the wrestling program at American Top Team Portland and as an amateur mma fighter has captured titles in two weight classes. Book with him today!
Jiu-Jitsu lessons From $60.00
Coach Jerome Klumb is a brown belt under multiple time World Champion Fabiano Scherner. Jay's private Jiu Jitsu lessons are perfect for people of all levels of skill, experience, and fitness who want to learn the gentle art for fitness, fighting, or self defense.
Self defense lessons From $60.00
Our coaching staff is well equipped to provide personal self defense lessons for people of all ages, body types, and fitness levels. Our combination of MMA techniques, awareness training, and stress inoculation can prepare you to protect yourself and those around you when it matters most.
Corporate events
Team building, motivational speaking, self defense training, corporate wellness, and more. Our staff of expert, professional coaches are happy to work on site or host your team at our world class training facility. Message us directly for pricing, scheduling, and details.
Seminars
You can book Head Coach and Trainer Jordan Guenther to come to your gym and give seminars on Boxing for MMA or muay thai, Pad holding training and certification, and more. Message us today and let's get started!
boxing classes
kickboxing classes
cardio boxing classes
cardio kickboxing classes

Daruma Combat Sports Details

Service options
Onsite services
Online classes

Highlights
Active military discounts

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities
Gender-neutral restroom
Restroom
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi

Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safespace

Planning
Appointment required
Membership required

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards

Children
Good for kids

Parking
Free parking lot

Daruma Combat Sports Photos

Daruma Combat Sports Location

Daruma Combat Sports

Oregon Multnomah County Portland Hollywood Northeast 42nd Avenue

Vive Fitness, 1969 NE 42nd Ave C/O, Portland, OR 97213, USA

Daruma Combat Sports Reviews

An average rating of ★5 from 24 user reviews.

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★ 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1

Great place to train whether you're looking to pick up a new skill or already an experienced athlete. My personal training experience has been amazing and the coaches will tailor lessons to your fighting style and schedule. There's also larger classes going on all week taught by different coaches, and I never want to miss a day since they all have a slightly different style.
December 09 · Gwen Fuerte
Phenomenal Boxing Conditioning Class at Vive Fitness!Daruma Combat Sports’ boxing conditioning class at Vive Fitness (in the Hollywood District of NE Portland) is absolutely phenomenal! Not only is it an incredible way to learn real boxing technique, but it’s also one of the most intense and effective calorie-burning workouts you’ll ever experience.Coach Chris’s classes on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 6:45 PM are the most exhausting—yet unbelievably rewarding—workouts in Portland. Whether you're looking to take your fitness to the next level, sharpen your boxing skills, or just be part of a welcoming and motivating community, this is the place to be.
July 02 · Quentin Branch
If you want a class to really put you in shape and have you coming back for more, then Daruma Combat Sports at Vive Fitness is the the place to go.Make sure to keep and eye out for the coach Chris and his classes 3 days a week for the best workout you'll have. He makes sure to make it a fun and welcoming experience and great for any skill level from beginner to seasoned veterans in boxing. I would highly recommend at least taking the first step and trying a class.
July 02 · Pedro Aguilar
Daruma Combat Sports boxing classes at Vive Fitness are the best. Hard workouts that are scalable for all fitness levels and a fun, energetic and inclusive vibe. Coach Chris always keeps things exciting, positive and welcoming. Highly recommend!
July 17 · Kelli Seppi
I'm a striking coach and gym owner in Virginia. I met Coach Jordan at a seminar in California many years ago and was wildly impressed by his skill, temperament, and passion for the sport. Last year I brought Coach Jordan clear out to the east coast to teach his brilliant brand of striking to my students in an effort to expose my students to THE BEST instruction possible. Can't say enough good things. A+ coach and even better human 💜👊
April 23 · Adam Mallehan