Best Kids Summer Camp in Portland — Superhero Training Academy 2026

Best Kids Summer Camp in Portland. This Summer, Your Child Becomes a Hero.

“This isn’t your average summer camp. At Mata Leao Combat Sports, your child spends 5 days training like a real martial artist — building confidence, focus, and friendships that last long after camp ends. Led by Professor Omar Santiago, 4th degree black belt with 16+ years building champions in Portland.

Reserve Your Hero's Spot Today! June 15–19 | Ages 5–14 | Only 30 Spots

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What Your Hero Will Learn

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Takedowns, positions, escapes & submissions

🥊 Muay Thai Kickboxing — Stance, footwork, strikes & pad work

🧠 Mental Toughness — Focus, strategy & situational awareness

🤝 Teamwork & Leadership — Peer coaching & group missions

🎨 Hero Crafts & Journal — Daily projects + a full Hero Portfolio

World-Class Coaching. Real Results.

Your child trains under Professor Omar Santiago — 4th degree black belt with 16+ years developing young athletes and future leaders in Portland. Small groups. Certified coaching staff. A community your child will love from day one.

Social & Safe. Even Shy Kids Open Up.

School can be an intimidating place for some kids. It’s sort of “every child for themselves.”

Not here. We’ve worked hard to create a summer camp where kids from all over Portland thrive. Group games & activities get kids opening up, having fun, and loving life.

And our staff are positive influences teaching kids kindness, respect, and focus.

Every Day Has a Theme. Every Day Has a Purpose.

🟡 Monday — Superpower: Courage

💪 Tuesday — Superpower: Strength

⚡ Wednesday — Superpower: Speed

🧠 Thursday — Superpower: Mind

❤️ Friday — Superpower: Heart

Each day your hero unlocks a new skill, completes a new challenge, and gets one step closer to their full potential. They leave Friday with a Hero Portfolio and confidence you can actually see.

Best Summer Camp in Portland. Only 30 Spots — Early Bird: $275 Ends May 15th.

The Values We Train Every Day at Our Portland Summer Camp

Respect

Led by our amazing Portland-based staff, kids enhance their sense of respect. We promote kindness, equality, and dignity.

Focus

Our Portland summer camp helps kids learn when it’s time to play, and when it’s time to focus. During our play time, we get wild (in a good way!). During our quiet “focus time,” we put our heads down and focus.

Confidence

When kids have a safe, positive environment to come to every day, their confidence soars. The kids and staff here make buddy-buddy fast, letting kids’ self-esteem soar.

Fitness

Exercise is more important now than ever. Kids are so glued to screens these days! That’s why our Portland summer camp gets kids moving. Fitness is so important for quality of life.

Social Skills

When kids are in an environment where it’s easy to open up, they do. We don’t tolerate bullying here in any way, shape, or form. None of the kids here have problems with that, and the staff create an environment where it’s easy for kids to socialize.

Community

Group games and activities get kids from all over Portland working together and having fun every summer camp day. Community is everything.

Mentorship & Guidance

Our instructors care. A lot. Kids often open up to them and receive positive guidance & support. This makes such a difference in kids’ lives.

FUN

We’re dealing with kids here – fun has to be part of the equation! We’re constantly cooking up games & activities that keep your child smiling and laughing. We want them to love it here, so you can have peace of mind as you work hard

#1 Summer Camp in Portland. Only 30 Spots Left. Don't Miss Early Bird Pricing.

What can your Portland summer camp program help with?

Improved Listening
Improved Behavior
Management of ADD/ADHD
Improved Concentration
Increased Focus
Improved Coordination & Balance
Increased Strength & Fitness
Increased Athletic Ability
Improved Social Skills
Increased Confidence & Self-Esteem
And of course… FUN!

Testimonials

“My kids have been there for 2 years and they enjoy the sports.“

“This place rocks. I drive almost an hour, past half a dozen other decent gyms to be here with the best. The best spot for kids, beginners and high level fighters alike. Professor Omar teaches in a way that is extremely digestible and insightful. Truly a level above whatever else you will find around. You will wish you started yesterday!”

“My daughter started doing Jiu Jitsu classes and Muay Thai classes about a year ago. This place is the best. She’s learned a ton, competed in tournaments, and made a bunch of new friends. Professor Omar and coach Haleigh have cultivated an awesome and positive community around martial arts.”

“They have a few bags and a lot of workout equipment. Aside from Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu they also offer strength training and conditioning classes. They have a great program for kids and my son loves it. He immediately felt a part of the group and has been learning a lot from the great instructors here.”

“Our grandson has been taking lessons for 3 years. This has been a great experience and he has grown in skill and confidence. Classes are fun and challenging and keep him wanting to keep learning. Omar Santiago is a great teacher and motivator.“

“My son has been training here for a while now. Omar and Haleigh are fantastic. Great establishment. They definitely care about their students.“

It's the will. Not the skill.

Build Self-Discipline

Your starting fitness and skill levels don’t matter – as long as you put in the effort in every class, you’ll see results.

Gain Confidence

When you step out of your comfort zone in our classes, you allow space for unshakable confidence to grow.

Improve Focus

Mindfulness practices don’t go away when you step off the mat. The skills you gain in class flow into everything you do.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most frequent questions and answers about our children's summer camp in Portland

Is your program full?

Not yet — but we’re capped at 30 spots to keep class sizes small. Reserve your spot before Early Bird pricing ends May 15th.!

How do I get my child started?

It’s easy! Click here Fill out the form at the top of this page and you’ll be taken directly to our registration page to secure your spot. Choose to pay in full at the Early Bird rate of $275 or reserve your spot with a $50 deposit. Have questions first? Call us at 503-208-3160 — we’re happy to help!

My Child Has ADD/ADHD, Will This Summer Camp Program Work for Them?

Absolutely. While there’s no ‘cure’ for ADD/ADHD, there are things that help. One of them is exercise. When kids with ADD/ADHD have too much bottled-up energy, it makes everything worse. That’s why we kick off every session with fun & games that get your child moving and burning energy. The games are also designed to build focus & concentration.

My Child Is Not Athletic, Will They Feel Left Out?

Not at all! We encourage every child to do what they can. No child is ever made to feel bad for their level of athleticism. This isn’t a team sport or anything – it’s after-school fun & focus.

What should my child bring?

Comfortable athletic clothing, a snack, and a water bottle. No martial arts experience or equipment needed — we provide everything else.

Will you run camp again next summer?

Yes! Mata Leao runs a themed summer camp every year with a brand new concept. Each summer is a completely different experience — so kids can come back year after year and never repeat the same camp.