Michael Chapman

IMPACT JIU JITSU OWNER, HEAD COACH

• 3rd Degree Black Belt, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, Youth Program, Special Programs
• Beaverton, Clackamas

Michael has been studying and teaching Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts for 25 years. He is arguably one of the most experienced ground fighting coaches in the state. Michael’s training in traditional martial arts began in 1984. In 1991, he was introduced to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu while living in Japan. After returning to Oregon, Michael’s pursuit of Jiu Jitsu grew, as did his desire to grow the sport. In 1998, he opened Impact Jiu Jitsu (known as SBG Beaverton until August 2006). Michael received his black belt in BJJ from Rigan Machado Black Belt Chris Haueter in the Spring of 2004.

Recent Awards: Gold Medal, 2013 IBJJF Pan Jiu-Jitsu Championship