The Base Camas

The Base Camas offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi & No-Gi), Judo, Strength & Conditioning, Yoga for Recovery & Mobility, Adult Jiu Jitsu, Kids BJJ, Women’s Only BJJ, and Adults BJJ. Kids BJJ is listed for ages 4-14, and Adult Jiu Jitsu is listed for ages 15+.

Programs

• Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi & No-Gi) — Beginners through advanced practitioners; kids ages 4-14 are mentioned for the Kids BJJ Program; adults 15+ are mentioned for Adult Jiu Jitsu · Develop technique, strength, confidence, practical grappling skills, and real-world self-defense.
• Judo — Learn throws, takedowns, balance, grips, and movement while developing strength, coordination, discipline, and confidence.
• Strength & Conditioning — Functional training using Suples equipment and training methods to develop strength, explosive power, endurance, mobility, and athletic performance.
• Yoga for Recovery & Mobility — Improve flexibility, mobility, balance, and body awareness while supporting recovery from training.
• Adult Jiu Jitsu Program — Ages 15+ · Designed for adults of all experience levels, including beginners and experienced grapplers.
• Kids BJJ Program — Ages 4-14 · Safe, positive, encouraging Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for children.
• Women’s Only BJJ Program — Supportive, welcoming, and empowering environment for women of all experience levels.
• Adults BJJ — Ages 16+ · Focuses on fitness, grappling, self-defense, confidence building, Gi, and No-Gi training.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old

About the provider

The Mendiola family opened The Base Camas. The leadership team includes Gil Mendiola, Scott Gillis, Andre Warren, Hieu Duong, Mihaela Loss, Wayne Robbins IV, Justin Byrd, and Jessie Warren. The mission is to make high-quality martial arts training in Camas, Washington accessible to everyone and help individuals and families build confidence, discipline, and physical wellness through martial arts. The Base Camas also offers subsidized programs for low-income individuals and families, subsidized programs for those receiving government social services or living in low-income housing, and first responder discounts.

No previous martial arts experience is required for the Adult Jiu Jitsu Program. Kids BJJ is designed for ages 4-14. Adult Jiu Jitsu is ages 15+. Adults BJJ is ages 16+.

Last updated September 3, 2026.