Portage JiuJitsu - Lightning Kicks

About Portage JiuJitsu - Lightning Kicks

Known for

• Family-owned and operated; established in 2001
• Jiujitsu and mixed martial arts
• Kids martial arts and self-defense
• On-site training by appointment
• Wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom

Google rating breakdown

156 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

• 5★153
• 4★1
• 3★0
• 2★0
• 1★2

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

• welcoming atmosphere×33
• encouraging instructors×7
• helpful practice×6
• mma classes×5
• self defense class×5
• free class×3
• lightning kicks×3
• detailed training×3
• jiu jitsu×2
• first class instructors×2

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• Daniel Gracie Kalamazoo4.9 (83)

What reviewers say elsewhere

• “My husband and I participated in a trial session of Hapkido with Dr. Hodge. He, Rebecca, the other instructor, and the other students were wonderfully patient with us two newcomers. I wasn’t sure what to expect, and had been assuming we …”

  — Jessica Boonstra, September 20, 2026 · google

• “My Grandson is having a wonderful experience. The staff is awesome”

  — Carita Ri'Chard, September 18, 2026 · google

• “Highly recommend this place. They are very kind to new people and they don't make you feel out of place.”

  — Taylor Mayo, July 31, 2026 · google

• “I attended a women’s self defense class, lead by Paige and Hector. This was one of the best, most empowering classes I have ever taken. Every step of the class was taught clearly and with so much knowledge. Not to mention everyone was so…”

  — Monica Bogard, July 31, 2026 · google

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Portage JiuJitsu - Lightning Kicks — frequently asked

Is Portage JiuJitsu - Lightning Kicks open on Mondays?

Yes — Portage JiuJitsu - Lightning Kicks is open Monday from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Where is Portage JiuJitsu - Lightning Kicks?

Portage JiuJitsu - Lightning Kicks is at 541 Romence Rd, Portage, MI 49024.

What is the phone number for Portage JiuJitsu - Lightning Kicks?

You can reach Portage JiuJitsu - Lightning Kicks on +1269-383-2610.