This place is the best jujitsu academy in town! The gym is an extremley welcoming environment with…read morefriendly (and skilled) members. The classes are well run/organized and the instruction is exceptional. 10/10 recomend Pressure if your looking for somewhere to learn/practice!

We stopped in to train on vacation, had a great time. Really great instruction, clean mats,…read morefriendly and welcoming. White and blue belts had really solid technique, which is always a good indicator of quality instruction. Great dojo.

Great instructors. Clean. Friendly. Knowledgeable and passionate about what they do. Muay Thai,…read moreJudo, grappling, wrestling, and bjj. I've had a lot of fun so far. Great exercise mentally and physically.

I have given reviews for this place I now call home on a few platforms. 5 stars does not do…read morejustice, the coaches are phenomenal. They meet you where you are push you hard but don't kill you or belittle you. I absolutely love this place. I have dropped 30 pounds and feel better everyday. The friendships I'm making is priceless. The place is not bare bones but also not over the top like some flash but no substance gym.

Brian Rose has done a great job with this school. They have a welcoming and family friendly…read moreatmosphere, clean facilities, unisex changing stalls, bathroom and shower, great BJJ technique, and a culture of mutual respect. I like to train here whenever I'm not training at my local BJJ gym. If I lived closer it would definitely be my first choice for places to train.

Excellent place to train. Brian is very knowledgeable and detail oriented. Safe environment to…read moretrain.

The Lab is a great place. If your looking for martial arts this spot is first class. Chad Lebrun…read moreruns a very professional school!

I have been going to the Lab Martial Arts in Fredericksburg, VA since the early 2000's. This place…read morepromotes a family atmosphere along with great instructional coaches​ from Blue belt to Black belts. Everyone is willing to help see others succeed and unlike other places this place shares everything and does not hold back when teaching students how to defend themselves to Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to student development. I highly recommend the Lab Martial Arts to anyone who is willing to learn a challenging art of self-defense​ or sport martial arts. David P.

I was in Richmond visiting my sister and wanted to get some training in while I was up there. I…read moreusually train in Miami, so I reached out to Mongrel BJJ through their website just to see if I could drop in. Frank actually called me himself and we started texting from there. He made it easy and told me to come by. When I showed up, JB took care of me right away. He gave me a full tour and made me feel like I had been there before. The space really impressed me. Two large mat areas with plenty of room to move, heavy bags set up, and a full strength and conditioning area in the back. They even have a massage therapist right next door. It is honestly one of the nicest setups I have seen. JB ran the class I attended and he stood out immediately. Super personable, remembered my name, and just had that easygoing presence that puts people at ease. You can tell he has a deep well of experience, but he carries it in a grounded way. He represents what you hope to find in the jiu jitsu community. The training environment was great. Everyone was friendly, joking around, and still serious about getting better. I never felt out of place or pressured. The adult gi class had a good mix of skill levels, and the techniques we worked on were practical with smart variations that I can actually use. After the instruction we got some solid rounds in and I left feeling like I had a real session, not just a drop in workout. What really stood out to me was that the day after I trained, Frank texted me to ask how everything went. That meant a lot. It showed me they are not just running classes, they actually care about the people who walk through the door. I will absolutely be back the next time I am in Richmond. Whether you are brand new or have been training for years, this is a place where you can grow and enjoy the process.

If you want a family atmosphere this is the place to be. The kids the kids Brazilian jiu jitsu…read moreclasses are outstanding the coaches take their time to teach your children the right way of doing things. JB the owner and main instructor is a great leader and wants everybody to grow in the sport of Brazilian jiu jitsu and you will do whatever it takes to help you along your journey. What better way to release your negative energy in such a positive place. My daughter and I go there for a few years now and love the vibe that this place presents. Thank you JB, Chris, Nick, Tim, the awesome twins, sorry if I'm forgetting the other and storages names just so many to list. I can't say enough about this place it makes me feel as I'm home.IZZO

Valhalla is a phenomenal martial arts academy. I've been there for nearly six months, taking…read morejiu-jitsu and thai boxing, and can't imagine quitting of my own free will .... going there is literally the highlight of my day, every day: I know I'll relax and have fun - and learn something about myself It's really amazing to watch the instructors and students learn and coach each other, great atmosphere: very mature and fun, and respectful; amazing kids program.

If you're searching for a place where you can learn, grow, and laugh while simultaneously being put…read morein both an armbar and a chokehold by someone twice your age and half your size, look no further than Valhalla Academy of Martial Arts. Where Valhalla lacks in a "No Shoes, No Service" policy, it excels in providing a venue for fresh and seasoned martial arts practitioners of all ages to hone their craft in a plethora of styles, including but not limited to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai. You'll be hard pressed to find another gym with such a wealth of engaging opportunities under the same roof. What really sets it apart isn't just the exceptional coaching from its founder and resident Black Belt Professor, Coach Andrew; it's the emphasis placed on personal development from all angles. The atmosphere that's been cultivated at Valhalla ensures a healthy and positive environment where everyone involved is engaged and committed to helping each other progress both physically and mentally. Not only that, but the condition of the facility is par-none and always kept clean. As a slight testament to the caliber of Valhalla's curriculum, I've personally garnered a greater sense of confidence, learned countless practical skills, and gained a greater appreciation for cold showers. Although I've only been a student for a relatively short amount of time, I'm certain I'll be here for the long run.

One day my husband came home and told me that the judo class he signed up for my son has kids that…read moreare "the type I want my kids be friends with", and that got me to go there and see for myself. Every kid came from all backgrounds and diversity, from different ages will come in with their uniform, bow once they go on the mat, and take turns practicing with their partners. They're the most respectful 5-6 year olds, teenagers, and young adults I've seen. We've only been there since September, but our son has grown and matured. He demonstrates their philosophy: courage, integrity, and perseverance. That's what I want for my son, I want him to grow up and become a problem solving adult that can persevere even when he faces challenges and bigger enemies. He shows respect to his teachers and his coaches are the type of adults that he looks up to. Judo is a better type of martial art especially for kids since they're minimal injury comparing to something like taekowdo. You or your opponent wouldn't hurt each other's head, and that's important especially for students who need their IQ on par. I highly recommend this place. P.S. In response to another review I read here, I think every one takes dark humor and tough love differently. Coach Laffon looks intimidating sometimes, but if you get to know him, he's the type that will back you up when you need him. It's hard to judge someone from a one time bad interaction, or the interpretation of it. The worst people on earth is never the type that can say no to your face. Sometimes the straight forwardness is much more appreciated than the fake smiles. That's also what I want my son to experience. You will meet tough love in coaches, teachers, bosses, and those of your senior. You need to learn humility and respect and how to interact with them. They're not bullies, if they don't like you they won't waste their time on you.

I've been coming here on and off for a little over four years now. I took a break last year when my…read moredaughter had a knee injury from flipping over a scooter. Since February we've been coming back consistently training 2-4 times a week. I'm always trying to keep in shape and trying to lose weight. I failed. In the last 14 weeks I gained 6 lbs as I was eating more.Through the muscle gained and fat lost, I lost a pant size! Today I am a size 0 (banana republic). Never thought that was possible.