We were sorry to hear—through several former members—about the recent shutdown of
Outlaws Martial Arts in Sisters, Oregon. Any time a BJJ academy closes, the whole regional community feels it: training partners scatter, routines break, and the “third place” that kept stress at bay suddenly disappears.
Why Gym Closures Happen
Running an academy is a juggling act: rising rents, insurance, and staffing costs balanced against the need to keep classes safe, inclusive, and growth‑oriented. In a smaller town like Sisters, those pressures multiply. The result—unfortunately—is sometimes a closure that leaves students searching for a new mat to call home.Your Next Step: Train at SBG Bend
If Outlaws was your BJJ home and you want to keep progressing, SBG Bend is ready to welcome you. Come meet the coaching staff, tour the facility, and join class through our standard intro process. You’ll find the same core values that make a great academy—technical excellence, safety, and community—under our One Tribe, One Vibe banner.What You’ll Find on Our Mats
- 40+ hours of weekly training: Gi & No‑Gi BJJ, Muay Thai, wrestling, and MMA.
- Age‑specific kids’ classes run separately from adult sessions.
- A proven curriculum built on Matt Thornton’s Truth · Aliveness · Adaptability philosophy.
- An ego‑free culture focused on steady progress and mutual support.
Keep Your Jiu‑Jitsu Journey Moving
We wish the best for the Outlaws ownership and hope they return stronger. Meanwhile, if you’re committed to training, our doors are open. Drop in, see if our environment feels right, and—if it does—join the tribe and keep your momentum rolling.Questions? Email hello@sbgbend.com or call 541‑697‑4440. We look forward to training with you.
