Bend’s Premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
  • Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
  • Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
  • Self Defense
  • Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

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Testimonials


Off The Reservation Tactical

Amazing gym, first rate in every way. Professor Asche teaches both the morning and evening classes personally. It's rare to find BJJ like this anywhere in the US, much less in Central Oregon. Friendly...

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Kyle N.

I got sucker punched today and just wanted to say the things you have taught me saved my life. So from the bottom of my heart thank you....

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Brian Garrett

I've trained at MANY BJJ gyms here in Oregon, and Connection Rio is the real deal. Professor Dennis Asche has an unparalleled level of knowledge and depth of expertise, giving him the ability to meet ...

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Mark Gasson

This is THE place to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Bend, Oregon. Somehow, black belt Dennis Asche has hit all the sweet spots with his gym: great work ethic, friendly atmosphere, absolutely killer work...

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Tom Williams

I've been training for 5 months now. Started and still at CRA (Connection Rio Academy). Professor Dennis, the Brown, Purple, Blue, and even White belts at CRA are all super knowledgeable, friendly, an...

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Sean Gregg

This is the best BJJ gym I have ever been to. Professor Dennis Asche is an amazing coach. He does a great job breaking down moves and techniques making them easy to learn. I have really appreciated ho...

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu near Bend

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Come experience elite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu straight from Brazil taught by Professor Dennis Asche to thousands of athletes from around the world. At Connection Rio BJJ, you will learn real life self defense that has been battle tested and proven in a safe, fun, and controlled environment.

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Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Our Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program is the best martial art for kids’ self defense. It is designed to build our kids up instilling positive core beliefs, character building, developing boundaries, combat bullying and learning self discipline in a safe and fun environment. We build our students up for success in all aspects of life!

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu near Bend

Combative BJJ / Self Defense

At Connection Rio BJJ, we are giving men and women from all over Bend and College Place the opportunity to learn practical self defense skills and experience an ultimate full-body workout with our Combative BJJ / Self Defense program.

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Join Our Mission at Connection Rio BJJ Bend

Connection Rio BJJ Bend is Central Oregan’s premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy. Our mission is to empower our students by unleashing their greatest potential as a martial artist and human being through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and martial arts.

To all the Police Officers, First Responders, Military and Veterans out there, thank YOU for your service!

For those protecting our communities and our nation, Connection Rio BJJ Bend is here for you! We believe all Police Officers, First Responders, Service Men and Women should be training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. To show our appreciation and gratitude, we offer membership discounts and special offers.

Special Offers and Discounts

Connection Rio BJJ Bend provides Family, Student, and Service Member discounts.


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