signed up for my first Krav maga class on a Saturday morning. Showed up about 10 mins early and no…read moreone was there. waited until 1005, and no one showed up or communicated that the gym would not be open and class was cancelled. cool. Went to another gym in Herndon and was able to start immediately.

I've been going to Silverback for a couple of years now and it's the best self defense gym with…read moredifferent class options (Krav Maga, Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, & more) multiple times and days. You're definitely going to find something that works for you! The gym is a warehouse with plenty of parking around it. Just make sure you don't park anywhere that says do not block (you would think people know, but you'd be surprised ). The owner, Sean, is very kind and helps walk you through all of the options that you have for classes. You can tell he really cares about all of his students and is easy to talk to. Additionally, everyone else in the gym is extremely welcoming and friendly. They make sure that you feel like you are part of a team even if it's your first class. If you are looking to switch gyms or try something new, this is the best place to try it!

What a great Jiu jitsu facility for kids and a community for the families. Owner Tad has a…read morespecial ability to handle so many kids and make all feel like they belong. Kids gain such confidence.

Signed up for 'Women's Brazilian Jiu Jitsu' through ClassPass but the studio was closed when I…read morearrived. Was so excited because it was a women's only class, oh well...

My son enjoyed the place until the owner, Scott, lost his temper and tried to intimidate my kid…read more It's a shame too, bc there are some great ppl that attend, Scott later sent a dismissive apology text about not realizing he lost his temper on a child at the time. But it's too late and I now wish I'd never trusted him with my son,

I have practiced at several BJJ centers. There is something special about Scott and his gym. To me,…read morethere are two fundamentals for choosing a gym. First, how good are the instructors at teaching? Owning a black belt is irrelevant to whether you can explain moves effectively, showcase moves effectively, and develop a training regimen that matches individuals and their unique personalities and skill sets. On this front, Scott and his team are exceptional. Good communicators. Patient. And they possess that rare ability to deconstruct moves into simple to follow sequences. Second, what is the culture of the gym? You can have an exceptional set of teachers but the culture could be unhealthy. A gym can be too competitive, with men and women trying to prove their mettle and worth by berating each other and hazing newbies. A gym's culture can show shades of misogyny, racism, ageism, and degrade students who lack sufficient strength, stamina, speed, agility, and general wit and ease. On this front, I have never been to a gym with a healthier, friendlier culture than Centreville BJJ. It starts with Scott and extends to all of his staff. I have seen how they interact with superior athletes, non-athletic teams, men, women, boys, and girls. The staff here makes an effort to be open, receptive and friendly while providing the serious discipline and training that is desired. To go one step further, Scott worked with my wife to create a one day workshop for our teenage daughters and their friends on self-defense. It was fun. It was serious. It was thoughtful. And the girls learned several moves to protect themselves that are still in their arsenal today. I give my strongest recommendation.

Friday night open mat was fun! I was passing through for work. Decided to stay near the airport…read morethe night before an early morning flight. I caked to ask if I could drop in the 3hrs evening open mat. The Prof answered the call & welcomed me to join his students. Both Gi & NoGi were welcome and there's no Gi color requirement. Those were my only concerns. I was able to roll for most of the 3hrs until people started resting. Only about 7 people showed up but as a Purple Belt I was glad to roll with their Brown Belt a few times, both Gi & NoGi, as well as a few tough Blue & White Belts. Everyone was friendly and considerate rolling partners. I definitely recommend that you drop in if you can.

my 9 year is having a great time at GB Leesburg. Professor Charles and the other coaches do a…read moregreat job keeping the kids engaged!

We've been taking classes here for a couple of months and I highly recommend it. There are lots of…read morecoaches so kids get one on one time, they're all nice and keep the kids on task. They are teaching them great skills and discipline.

Battlefield Jiu Jitsu is an exceptional school with a world class training program. One of the…read morebest decisions that I have made as a parent is enrolling my children at Battlefield Jiu Jitsu two years ago. Coach Jason as well as his coaching staff are excellent at teaching school age children and challenging them to be their best. The class incorporates the right amount of structure, discipline, physical fitness, and fun. There is always a good number of coaches on the mats so that each child can receive additional personalized guidance. Students are evaluated individually and promoted accordingly you won't get an eleven-year black belt here everything is earned not given. In addition to the awesome training environment the coaches are amazing human beings. Battlefield Jiu Jitsu has fundraisers and donates to charitable causes. The annual Christmas party is something that all the students look forward to every year. Battlefield Jiu Jitsu personifies the essence of martial arts and it shows in the coaching staff all the way down to the lowest belt student. If you are considering enrolling yourself or your children in a martial arts program look no further......... get down here and talk to coach Jason and start your 30-day trial ASAP

This is a scam!!! I rarely write reviews, but after emailing back and forth the owner, I still…read morecan't get them to stop charging my credit card. I canceled the membership for my son, but they forced me to keep paying an additional 3 months. And even after those 3 months they're still charging my credit card, even though the owner, Steve, clearly stated in the email he sent me that they will no longer charge me. This is not only terrible business practice, but totally illegal, period. I'll see you in court.

Be wary of signing up here. They have a cancellation fee which will cost you three months worth of…read moreyour membership. The owner is all about money and won't make exceptions for anybody. They have an additional $30 "insurance" charge every year as well. With prices starting at $99/mo for 4 classes/month all the way up to $180/mo for unlimited, it can be extremely pricey - especially for the level of instruction you're receiving. To be honest, there is no check in system so you could just sign up for the basic package and show up for more than 4 classes a month. Nobody would check up on it. The unlimited classes are meant for students to be able to take whatever class they want. (CrossFit, Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu Jitsu are all offered here) However, the head coaches frown upon you for straying from your core classes so there is rarely any crossover between students. Regardless of which membership package you sign up for, Capital has multiple locations, any of which you can cross train at throughout Maryland and Virginia - Alexandria, Takoma Park, Lorton, Loudoun, and Fairfax. The CrossFit program offers a good workout, but there is negligent detail in using proper technique. I would be cautious of completing a lift for the sake of time or simply to complete it. However, they do have a well equipped CrossFit area. The owner may be a Royce Gracie black belt but just take one of his classes and you'll see that things don't add up. Roll with him even! Having rolled with high level belts, a high ranking blue belt is more qualified to teach. There is more emphasis on everybody being friends (and Capital being more of a social club) than being actual training partners/improving your game. A lot of chit chat in classes with minimal attention to details and technique. Beginners are often left to be helped by other white belts. The general manager is not very pleasant to deal with and can turn potential members away just by his attitude. He is also the head striking coach but has no credentials to back this up. Beginners are thrown into class with no instruction on how to throw a proper punch or kick and expected to be able to keep up with the rest of class. Again, beginners are left to learn from beginners. The head coaches at Capital are more concerned with how they look than teaching their students sound technique and it shows with their fighters. While their facility is extremely nice and well kept, kids run rampant here and neither the staff nor the parents keep them in check. Kids are often zooming around on scooters, playing catch, toys are scattered all over or they're just running throughout the gym. For potential members checking out Capital - I recommend doing your research on the instructors and beware of the 5 star reviews here. The owner often asks his members to post reviews to boost the gym's reputation.

I can't say enough good things about Team Passos! Been training here for 3 years and I am so…read moregrateful. The quality of instruction and curriculum are top-notch, great facility, but more than anything the culture of respect, community, and support is amazing. We have hard core competitors and hobbyists training together and having a blast. Come join us!

Team passos is truly a world class Jiu Jitsu Academy, the best in area. I have been training here…read morefor the past two years. The professors are outstanding and truly care about the students. There is strong sense of community and everyone is welcomed regardless of their gender, age or fitness level. If you're looking to improve your Jiu Jitsu, adopt a healthier lifestyle or make new friends. Give team passos a try, you will love it!

My son really enjoys the training. The coach is very professional. All the assistants and the coach…read moretake the time to make sure my son and other students learn the techniques. It was well differentiated for all levels. My wife and I are very pleased and give high praise to Double Phoenix Jiu Jitsu. Highly recommended.

The staff and members of the dojo welcome new members. They encourage them and provide valuable…read moreassistance. They have Jiu-jitsu training for all levels. The training is challenging, rewarding, and fun. I have been a member since April 2024. I currently take Jiu-Jitsu and Kick Boxing Classes. I have enjoyed the experience, learned some things, been challenged, and improved my stamina. Also, I have met many people that I like to talk to as well. I recommend this dojo because they are able to accommodate most people. Whether your goals are to compete in become a Black-Belt, compete in tournaments, improve your physical condition, learn practical martial arts skills, have a community dedicated to Jiu-Jitsu, and/or whatever your goals are for leaning Jiu-Jitsu and/or Kick Boxing, they can help you succeed.