Chess Lab BJJ Cottage Grove

Consistency beats talent when talent isn’t consistent.

Tuesday nights always bring an awesome crowd and great energy. We’d love to see that same atmosphere the rest of the week. If you’re serious about improving your jiu-jitsu, the biggest difference maker isn’t a new technique,it’s showing up.

One class won’t change your game, but weeks and months of consistent training will.

Monday jiujitsu in the books. 💪😎

Thursday jiujitsu with Professor Zach!

Jiujitsu 🙏😎🥋

So proud of our kids who stepped up to compete in their very first Jiu-Jitsu tournament today in Portland!

This was their first experience competing in jiujitsu, and while they’re still new to the sport, they showed incredible heart, courage, and determination every time they stepped onto the mat. That’s something to be proud of.

To top it off, the team brought home some impressive hardware! 🥇🥉 But more important than the medals was the experience, the lessons learned, and the willingness to challenge themselves.

We’re excited to watch these young athletes continue to grow. Keep showing up, keep working hard, and keep trusting the process. One day at a time, we’ll keep getting better.

We’re proud of every single one of you. 👏💪

Another great Tuesday at Madhouse! Everyone came in ready to work and put in the effort.

We also had 24 kids on the mats for our youth class—officially the largest kids class we’ve ever had! Thank you to all of the parents for trusting us with your children’s training. We don’t take that responsibility lightly, and we’re grateful to be part of their journey.

A huge thank you as well to our coaches and members who continually step up to help make this gym what it is. Your support and commitment mean everything.

Today also marks exactly one year since Madhouse MMA started in my garage. It’s pretty incredible to look back and reflect on how far we’ve come in just 12 months. There have been plenty of challenges along the way, but seeing this community continue to grow makes every bit of it worth it.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Madhouse from day one and to everyone who’s joined us along the way. We’re just getting started. 💪🥋❤️
If you have considered training come try it, everyone gets 3 free classes if your new. Martial arts is a great fun way to challenge ourselves, jiujitsu can also be one of the greatest forms of self defense out there.

Youth jiujitsu class tonight, we went over Americanas from full mount. Loved to see some new faces!

Meet the staff, Our new Homeschool jiujitsu coach With more than 14 years of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience, Justin Turcotte brings a passion for learning, teaching, and helping others reach their full potential on the mats. Currently a three-stripe purple belt and coach at Madhouse MMA/Chess Lab BJJ Cottage Grove , he is committed to developing technically sound, confident practitioners in a positive and supportive training environment.

Coach Justin earned his purple belt under Professor Georg Burns, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Master Fabiano Scherner. Through years of dedicated training, he has developed a strong appreciation for the technical depth, discipline, and lifelong learning that define Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

In addition to his martial arts experience, Justin has spent 15 years as an educator, developing the ability to communicate complex concepts in a way that is engaging, approachable, and easy to understand. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science with an emphasis in Biology and Human Anatomy & Physiology, a Master of Education in Teaching and Learning, and certification as a NASM Certified Personal Trainer. This combination of experience allows him to blend technical instruction with a strong understanding of movement, body mechanics, and athletic development.

Coach Justin believes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is about far more than physical technique. It is a lifelong pursuit that builds confidence, discipline, resilience, and character. Whether working with beginners or experienced practitioners, his goal is to help every student improve their skills, enjoy the learning process, and become the best version of themselves both on and off the mats.

Coach Justin is available for private lessons in jiujitsu/boxing & physical fitness reach out for more details!