It was with great trepidation that I approached Winchester Jiu Jitzu. Mind you, I had heard nothing…read morebut great things...but personally I hadn't trained hard in anything for several years and had never taken any martial art. I walked into my first class like a total creep mouse, scared to death that it would be full of high level practitioners with tons of ego who would scoff at my ineptitude. Yeah, it was literally nothing like that. From the moment I walked in, everyone there made me feel incredibly welcome. Yes, there are a ton of high level folks (along with newbies of course), but they are enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge with you. The instructors are fantastic teachers, as well as genuinely kind, encouraging people. I am now completely addicted and feel as if my week is not quite complete unless I've had at least three BJJ classes (preferably more) and two HMT classes. I've also dragged my son into it, and it's the first extra curricular activity in his life he's never complained about. Highly recommend this school.

Im new to all this MMA training and Jiu-Jitsu art. The minute I walked in this facility. It was…read morestrange. In a good way. It felt like home. So welcoming, Everyone was actually nice. Bob, George and Steve the instructors are friendly and very laid back cool guys. After 2 months I feel part of not only a team but a family! Great work out, great, fun, great people, great atmosphere,

Derek, the lead instructor, is a great dude and extremely willing to help. His methods aren't…read moreunlike many other BJJ instructors, but his willingness to stick around and really help you UNDERSTAND the techniques he's teaching is way above par. You won't find a better BJJ experience in the area. Wholeheartedly recommend Revelations BJJ.

Place was great! Came in with a day pass from out of town, they were very helpful and knowledgable…read more layout and coaching was very impressive! would suggest this place to anyone!

The freaking best bjj gym ever come here if u want to do bjj it is amazing and very funread more

Contacted the academy for a short visit to the area. They have all been very gracious and offered a…read moregreat training environment and instruction. I arrived early to do the paperwork and watched the kids get after it. There little ones were attentive and focused. I've been watching my 8yo train at our home academy and I would gladly bring him here if we relocated. I highly recomend it if you train or if you're looking for a form of self defense for your child.

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I've been at GB Ashburn for about two months, and so far the experience was awesome, and kind of…read morelife-changing! Initially, I was exploring different martial arts gyms for my 3-year-old daughter. While my daughter was pretty wary and didn't want to commit, I got a really good feeling the first time we observed the class and decided to join - And my gut feeling was right! There are three things that I love most about this gym: 1. People. Everyone, from the professors/coaches to the peers, are wonderful. The professors are all super friendly, approachable, and are always great at answering questions. The peers are respectful and not overly aggressive (in a hurtful-injury kinda way), and the upper belts are always happy to give pointers when asked (or when I look desperately clueless). I'll admit that I find grappling sports extremely intimidating, but everyone at the gym is so kind that I was able to continue going despite feeling super intimidated. Also, there are so many students, but the professors always remember people's names. That's amazing! Big shout out to Professor Dana, Professor Rafael, and Professor Thiago for being awesome. 2. The environment. The physical environment is clean, but more importantly, I find the (non-physical) environment incredibly welcoming. There are areas for kids to hang out when parents are taking classes, plenty of chairs and sofa, and staff are just so, so kind and nice to the kids!! As a mom who's hoping to get her 3-yo interested in bjj, I really appreciate this set up. 3. The classes. There are morning classes, middle-of-the-day classes, evening classes, and Saturday classes. There are classes for kids, teens, adults, and FEMALES. This variety allows me to attend classes with a wonky work schedule and learn from different professors and peers. More importantly, the classes are very organized, such that when I attend classes almost randomly throughout the week, different professors are all teaching similar techniques that build off of a streamlined curriculum, and I don't feel that I must attend classes on a regular schedule (e.g., M/W at 6:30am). I also love that there are position-specific training toward the latter part of every class. It's intimidating, but I learn a lot from these practices! I guess I could go on, but I'll just say that I highly recommend this gym!

Gracie Barra Ashburn is simply an incredible place to train Brazilian jiu jitsu. It is squeaky…read moreclean. Everyone there is so nice and welcoming. The professors clearly all have a vested interest in helping their students reach their max potential. It is a family environment, but they train hard in the correct way. Could not say better things!

My son has been training BJJ at Clinch Academy for about two years…read more It was an instant hit. We had been play-wrestling since he was practically a baby, so he loved it from day one. The changes we've seen have been incredible--endurance, posture, grip strength, balance, coordination, and overall body composition. In many ways, BJJ reminds me of gymnastics in how well it develops a child's entire body and creates a foundation that transfers into other sports. But the biggest change has been his confidence. He was a little shy and not always confident around other kids. Today, he is much more comfortable with himself, stays calm under pressure, stands up for himself, and even helps his friends when they're being picked on. That's what I love about BJJ. It doesn't teach kids to become bullies--quite the opposite. It teaches confidence without arrogance, strength without aggression, respect, discipline, and self-control. My wife was a little skeptical when I first chose BJJ for him. It didn't take long for her to understand why. The Rinehart family and the coaches are a huge part of what makes Clinch special. They reinforce many of the same values we're trying to teach our kids at home. And the coaching is excellent. Coach Josh brings a different level of intensity, especially on Saturdays. Mini one-on-one challenges, live rolling, fitness drills--hard work! It's probably my favorite class to watch because you can literally see the kids being pushed outside their comfort zones. Coach Jhondy is another great example for these kids. He actually started at Clinch as a kid himself and now coaches the next generation. The in-house and outside tournaments have also been great for my son--learning to manage nerves, compete, win, lose, and come back better. Most importantly, he's made real friendships at Clinch, including kids he spends time with outside the gym. I wish I had started BJJ myself at his age. I don't see this as just another childhood sport. I see Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu becoming a lifelong companion for my son. Choosing Clinch Academy has been one of the best decisions we've made for him.

5 isn't enough stars for Clinch. I never thought I'd gush about a gym, but I am regularly awed by…read moremy experience here. The difference between a big chain gym and a family-owned gym is that when you're a member at Clinch, you are family. The owners, staff, coaches, even other members genuinely care about each other and every person that walks in the front door, no matter your age, size, fitness or skill level. They are versatile, with a variety of classes for kids and adults, encouraging, positive, friendly, and welcoming. Personally, I have had some challenges since becoming a member that I could not have gotten through without them. When I miss a class, I'm not just missing an opportunity to workout, I'm missing Clinch... something else I never thought I'd say about a gym.

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.

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

Best MMA gym in Maryland. If you want quality I recommend training here, you get top quality…read moreinstructors and training in boxing, bjj, kick boxing, mma. Added bonus is also the weight lifting area.

Probably the best MMA gym you can find in town! All the…read moreinstructors and staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. I started back in July 2020 and since my free trial I am hooked! I am currently attending kickboxing and Brazilian jiu-jitsu and it's amazing! Great work out and definitely very useful if you want to learn how to defend yourself in unexpected situations or for fun or just to simply work out and gain some useful skills. The instructors are awesome! Very knowledgeable and professional. The gym is very clean and well maintained. Very pleased and I am so happy I joined the Bower House MMA gym. I highly recommend it! Definitely changed my life, now I have more confidence and I gained more skills and my endurance has definitely increased! A lot of fun learning and making new friends along the way!

My daughter has been going here for over a year now and we absolutely love it. Great teachers and…read morenice staff. She looks forward to her classes and learning new things every time. She continued on to get her black belt! It is a great place!

I think their goal is to cram as many kids into one class as possible. I went because there were…read moreso many positive reviews but it was just chaos.