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Top 10 jiu jitsu classes in Arlington, VA

Students agree: these instructors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
AKSystema51

AKSystema51

5.0(2)
Offers online services
3 hires on Lessons
13+ years in business
Serves Arlington, VA
Brett B. says, "Class act and professional! Great coach!" Read more
Positive Self Defense (PSD)

Positive Self Defense (PSD)

5.0(2)
Offers online services
4 hires on Lessons
19+ years in business
Serves Arlington, VA
Nikki S. says, "very infomative and empowering " Read more
K.O. Artist Boxing

K.O. Artist Boxing

5.0(1)
Offers online services
5 hires on Lessons
14+ years in business
Serves Arlington, VA
Cynthia B. says, "First I love the fact he's always prompt and he works with my schedule. Eric us an excellent boxing instructor in the short amount of time he's taught me so much. " Read more
STB Training Center

STB Training Center

New on Lessons
12+ years in business
Serves Arlington, VA
Always maintaing a positive energy and motivating others to push past their limits. Very animated so I apologize in advance if you catch some soul being around me! Focused on teaching others the art as I continue to grow within it. Helping develope STB youth program and serves as an assistant teacher and pillar that will guide our fututre.
Boxing/ Muay Thai Trainer

Boxing/ Muay Thai Trainer

New on Lessons
Offers online services
6+ years in business
Serves Arlington, VA
Hello there My name is Tafon Nchukwi. I am a UFC Light heavyweight Competitor. I have trained and worked with people from zero experience to the highest level in Competition. If you are looking to learn to defend yourself or looking to jump into Competition. you have come to the perfect place. Depending on what you goals are will determine how we structure your sessions. Please feel free to contact me for more info looking forward to hearing from you.
Master Trainer

Master Trainer

5.0Exceptional(9)
Offers online services
Serves Arlington, VA
Alisa G. says, "Got started." Read more
STB Training Center

STB Training Center

5.0(1)
12+ years in business
Serves Arlington, VA
Farzana A. says, "Coach Kamil is the best coach because my kids are very comfortable with him and he is teaching them discipline from very first step. My children have a great foundation he’s patient and strict but the kids still have fun!" Read more
Coacherbo Boxing

Coacherbo Boxing

5.0(2)
11 hires on Lessons
19+ years in business
Serves Arlington, VA
Andrew T. says, "Coach is incredibly and supportive of new students. He’s great at starting with the fundamental and building up as student’s progress. And he is passionate about both boxing and teaching." Read more

Your jiu jitsu questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

How much do jiu-jitsu classes cost?

The average cost of jiu-jitsu classes is $50 to $200 per month, depending on the class age range, number of classes per week, your commitment or contract length, and the instructor's expertise and reputation. Jiu-jitsu gyms and academies are more expensive if they have well-known instructors who are national champions on staff.

In addition to the monthly class or gym fee, you'll have extra costs for gis and belts. A jiu-jitsu gi costs $60 to $120 on average, while belts cost $15 to $30. Some gyms also charge a fee for belt promotion. However, this is frowned upon by reputable academies and is often considered a warning sign of a low-quality gym.

What is jiu-jitsu?

Jiu-jitsu is a self-defense martial art based on grappling and ground control, focusing on the skill of taking your opponent to the ground and wrestling for a dominant position. jiu-jitsu uses the principles of leverage, pressure, grip, timing, and angles to subdue your opponent.

Jiu-Jitsu classes provide:

  • Self-defense skills
  • A fun and exciting way to improve your fitness
  • Increased focus and concentration

Where did jiu-jitsu originate?

Japanese martial arts expert Mitsuyo Maeda was the first to bring grappling and groundwork-focused jiu-do demonstrations to other countries. In 1914, Carlos Gracie became one of Maeda's first Brazilian students. Carlos and his brother Hélio Gracie, along with fellow students Luis França and Oswaldo Fadda, later went on to develop Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Is jiu-jitsu a good workout?

Jiu-Jitsu is an excellent full-body workout that improves strength, flexibility, conditioning, and endurance.

Is jiu-jitsu good for self-defense?

Jiu-jitsu is a highly effective self-defense martial art. Jiu-jitsu teaches you how to control a stronger and larger opponent, allowing smaller or weaker individuals to defend themselves and increasing their ability to escape dangerous confrontations.

Is jiu-jitsu dangerous?

Though jiu-jitsu is a contact sport, when practiced with proper technique and form it is safer than many other martial arts because it doesn't focus on striking your opponent with punches and kicks. In statewide competitions, jiu-jitsu resulted in fewer injuries than judo, Taekwondo, mixed martial arts, or traditional wrestling.

Is jiu-jitsu good for kids?

Jiu-jitsu can be extremely beneficial for kids, helping them to:

  • Build confidence and self-esteem
  • Improve discipline and focus
  • Increase strength and resilience
  • Develop respect for themselves and others
  • Foster new friendships
  • Improve coordination and body awareness

Where can I find the best jiu-jitsu classes near me?

Follow these tips to find jiu-jitsu academies and gyms near you:

  • Look for a reputable academy that focuses on jiu-jitsu rather than a mixed martial arts gym.
  • Research the instructors' competition record and reputation.
  • Read academy and instructor reviews on Lessons and Google.
  • Confirm the academy offers classes for your experience level.
  • Visit the academy in person to confirm it is clean and well-maintained and the staff is professional.
  • Take advantage of their free day or week-long trial membership to ensure the school is a good fit for you.
  • Get a copy of the contract in writing before making any payments.

What questions should I ask jiu-jitsu academies?

When researching new jiu-jitsu academies, be sure to ask these questions:

  • Is the gym beginner friendly?
  • What kind of contracts do you offer?
  • Do you offer a free trial class?
  • What is your class schedule?
  • How many students do you have?
  • How many students are in a typical class?
  • What is the instructor's lineage and competition record?
  • What kind of uniform is required? Do you offer no-gi classes?
  • Do your students and instructors compete regularly?
  • Do you charge for belt promotions?
  • How often do you clean your mats?

Reviews for Arlington jiu jitsu classes

Recent success stories from people in the Arlington area.
Ashlie H.
AKSystema51
Barry P.
It's practically and easily usable the same day you learn especially if you unfortunately have to be in a situation to use it. Besides the physical skill set you have receive the mind set to deal with critical life scares.
Positive Self Defense (PSD)
Samuel S.
Great trainer, I had a lot of fun training with him and more importantly achieved some of my fitness goals and progressing!
Master Trainer
Mike S.
Coacherbo is a outstanding coach very patient supportive motivational I learned so much about the art of boxing
Coacherbo boxing
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