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Northwest Fighting Arts We hold classes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing, Eskrima, Tai chi and more in a positive and encouraging martial art community. See you in the ring!
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NWFA is dedicated to sharing the benefits of the martial arts with our community. My Martial Arts journey started over 35 years ago and I hold Nationally certifications in Brazilian Jiu jitsu, Muay Thai, Western Boxing, Eskrima, Tai chi and Qigong."I am most passionate about helping people reach levels they never thought possible. Martial arts are great for fitness and over all health, but the biggest and most fulfilling changes I have seen throughout the years is witnessing hundreds of students change their lives though this training. They become more confident, enthusiastic, increase their self discipline and desire to better them selves." I started teaching in 1988. In 1994 after graduating college at PSU I started up NWFA. I began teaching out of my basement and at different clubs around Portland. Now NWFA has a 8000 sq foot facility with two classrooms, a weight room, shower rooms, boxing ring and all of the extras. We have an incredible community that is positive, supportive and always here to help.

10/13/2026

Part 4 of the Muay Thai Clinch Series.
Position 4: Cross-face + lock with Coach Daniel
Countering the 90 degree lock with a cross-face to get the advantage. This position puts your opponent in a compromised position where it opens them up for more knees and elbows.

Follow for more clinch content and more tips! 🙌

Full video up on YouTube, link in bio đź”—

Malik Gaskin

10/12/2026

Most people try and throw the leg over and lose it. Professor Jeff talks about the little details that make the shoulder stack so effective for escaping guard.
- Wedge and drive with back leg
- “Pull the rope” with your hands
- Knee to face and maintain pressure during pass

Follow for more 🙌🥋

10/11/2026

Part 3 of the Muay Thai Clinch Series.
Position 3: 90 degree lock with Coach Daniel.
One of the most controlling positions in the clinch. Once you get this control, it becomes really difficult for your opponent to get out of it.

Follow for part 4, a counter to this position 🙌

Full video up on YouTube, link in bio đź”—

Malik Gaskin

Every Muay Thai fighter starts as a beginner.🥊Avoid these 5 common mistakes, and you’ll build a stronger foundation from...
10/09/2026

Every Muay Thai fighter starts as a beginner.🥊

Avoid these 5 common mistakes, and you’ll build a stronger foundation from day one

âś…Technique over power
âś…Keep your hands up
âś…Build a solid stance
âś…Breathe with every strike
✅Don’t forget defense

Follow for more 🙌

10/07/2026

Part 2 of the Muay Thai Clinch series. Neck and arm control with Coach Daniel.
Once you have the 50/50, this is the next step. This is where you start gaining the upper hand.

Follow for part 3 🙌

Full video up on YouTube,link in bio đź”—

Malik Gaskin

10/05/2026

Part 1 of the Muay Thai Clinch series is here.
50/50 control, the foundation. Coach Daniel breaks down the position with some tips from the Krus in Thailand.

Follow for part 2 🙌

Full video on YouTube link in bio đź”—

Help from Malik Gaskin

10/04/2026

Single leg finish, Lucas breaks down one of his go-to single leg variations. 🥋
If you’ve ever snapped a ball, the movement is the same.

Save and try this out in your next roll 📌

09/30/2026

Full Breakdowns coming soon… follow so you don’t miss it 🙌

Four clinch / plumb positions, Coach Daniel bringing back some tips from his most recent trip to train in Thailand 🇹🇭

Thank you Malik Gaskin for helping out!

Address

1200 SE Morrison Street
Portland, OR
97214

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 9pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 7am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

+15032353435

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