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.

My 11 year old daughter and I both go to the Ashland location. All of the instructors, staff and…read moreclassmates are very knowledgeable, professional and respectful. If you're looking to compete or just want to get in better shape then I highly suggest checking them out.

Rude owner. Wanted to sign up, now I kinda hate the guy, and place…read more Signed up to get more information, he reached out wanting to know more about me, after responding he's since ignored my email(s). This may not be the best business owner or coach for everyone. Or based on the real reviews, a friendly/healthy environment to train in. He's probably selective about who he wants for his gym which is fine. As long as it's you. Annoying since I've been interested for a while now driving past this place. But, maybe it's a bit too run down nowadays?

so i have trained for 15 years roughly at two other martial arts schools. i hold a second dan black…read morebelt in taekwondo a 2nd gup in hapkido and a 2nd gup in modern arnis. so I would like to think I know what I'm talking about when it comes to martial arts. when I say this school is great that is probably the greatest understatement I have ever made! i absolutely LOVE warriors way martial arts institute. the head instructor Master Lanzaillotti is absolutely great! he is insanely good as a fighter and an even better teacher! i was surprised coming from my old school how much like a family it is! everyone knows everyone and everyone has a great time and takes care of each other. we train HARD and it is GREAT martial arts, the best system I've ever been apart of and I absouloutly love it! i have yet to meet someone who is not extremely friendly and willing to help you out there at the school if you need help all you have to do is ask and you will have help! from my previous training this never happened! the martial arts is so very very practical as well, there is very limited sport aspect to it. we train hard but also safely! i have not seen any major injuries happen yet! my old school had a dozen or more a year and I haven't seen any yet! I've not heard of any ether! i would highly recommend any and all classes available and encourage everyone to come try this amazing place out! from the 4-7 little warriors class to the regular night time senshido class to the after school or summer programs to the warrior fitness class for those that just want some good cardio training this is the place! man woman or child it doesn't matter you will be welcomed with open arms! and you will love it! if you are looking for somewhere to train or a new place with a new style come check the school out! you wont regret it!

From the owner: Warriors Way Martial Arts Institute offers a before & after school program, summer camp, martial…read morearts for kids, martial arts for teens and martial arts for adults. We also offer homeschool classes, fitness training, Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. We look forward to having you as part of the Warriors Way Martial Arts Team!

I stopped in for a week and trained at 804 BJJ and had a great experience. Everyone was very…read morewelcoming, and the gym has a super safe and positive atmosphere with excellent instruction. Heriberto Lopez, the instructor, was incredibly gracious and a genuinely great guy. Faith was another instructor there who was also very skilled, professional, and friendly. I will definitely be back next time I'm in the area. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking to train!

Not worth the time. Head instructor hates to live roll. Will talk bad about you to other students…read moreand schools. Classes are repeated constantly. No respect if you come from another school. Very slow on promotions. Not worth your time!

The kindest lead instructor who treats EVERYONE like family!!! Dave Kenworthy should be…read morePresident!!! Regardless of religion, color or class...everyone is loved and received at AEGIS!!! Life changing experience for my kids!!! Clean and neat gym too!!!

I had the privilege of dropping in again at Aegis and wow is it so nice to be in such an incredible…read moreacademy. This is easily the best BJJ academy I've ever trained at. It smells wonderful. 3rd degree black belt Professor Dave is amazing as his black belt Brian. They are the most generous guys in all of BJJ and I'm not exaggerating that. I learn something new and useful every time I'm here. A black belt that I train with in Los Angeles noticed that I wore an Aegis t-shirt and he recognized it as one of his favorite places he's ever trained at and he trained under Roger Gracie. So that's saying a lot.

A great gym to learn Brazilian jiu jitsu and Muay Thai with top knotch coaches. Hands down the best…read moregym in Williamsburg and it has a large kids/teens program which is great for learning self defense.

I was so lucky I found this gym! I've been training Jiu-Jitsu for four years in Seattle and started…read moretraining in the adult classes here while I was stationed in Yorktown for 3 months. I can confidently say Mike is one of the best instructors I've had the pleasure of training with. He is patient and very thorough in explaining concepts of why techniques work and the details on executing techniques accurately. He is super chill and maintains a welcoming vibe in his gym. I also enjoyed training with his students. They are all very friendly and open to training at whichever level you wish to train. The gym itself is clean and well maintained and conveniently located. I would highly recommend this place to any military personnel stationed in the area!

Absolute gem of a place to train. Stopped by to see if I could train a day or two while visiting…read morethe area from out of town; their morning crew and training vibes were so awesome I trained with them the entire week - even bought some merch to wear once my trip was done. Not only recommend this place to anyone looking for a solid gym to learn, but will be coming back if I find myself in the Charlottesville area again!!

My and my freaking awesome amazing boyfriend who's so good at jiu jitsu went on Saturday and it was…read morereally fun.

This place is awesome. I have been wanting to try BJJ for a while and I finally decided to, I am so…read moreglad I picked Gracie Charlottesville. The community here is great and very helpful for all skill levels. Their facility is brand new, big, and has really nice amenities (shower, sauna, lockers, changing room, etc). If you want to give it a shot they also offer a completely free 1 week trial. Definitely recommend this gym!

Update! Their newest hire who is currently running the kids classes (including one for 4-6…read moreyear-olds), upcoming women's classes, muay thai, and other things, is Kristen DeBruycker who trained directly under THE Pedro Sauer and has trained in Thailand. Absolutely incredible instructor. Amazing school and soon to be the best!

FORMER STUDENT This…read moreplace is far more about money than martial arts. Advancement here has very little to do with skill, effort, or actual improvement. If you want to "grow," you have to pay -- for every single belt, test, and step forward. Progress feels locked behind a paywall. The owner shows little genuine interest in developing students' abilities. Instead of coaching, mentoring, or correcting technique in a meaningful way, the focus is constantly on the next fee, upgrade, or payment. It becomes clear very quickly that your value as a student is tied to how much you're willing to spend. Martial arts are supposed to teach discipline, humility, and growth. What I experienced here felt transactional, manipulative, and discouraging. Students who question the system or costs are brushed aside, while those who keep paying move forward regardless of actual skill. If you're looking for a school that truly invests in its students and prioritizes ability over profit, I would look elsewhere. This academy feels like a business first and a martial arts school second -- if at all.

Family environment nurturing leadership, ethics, morals, accountability, bonds and most importantly…read morediscipline. Coaches are the type to invite you into their own homes and treat you like their own family. Paired with a competitive environment forging grit, hardwork, teamwork, skill, and a passion for martial arts. Coaches and senior students are aware and confident enough in their ability to ensure a safe place, they also are aware in the students' abilities as well and keep a watchful eye. Firm enough to ensure your development and success in learning how to defend yourself. 10/10 would highly recommend