Brazilian Jiu Jitsu near Alexandria, VA
Alexandria
From Alexandria
Alexandria covers a lot of ground, and Black Cat is an easy reach from the West End, Landmark, and Van Dorn side of the city. If you have wanted serious jiu jitsu without a drive into DC, this is the room.
Black Cat is a boutique academy run by Adam Benayoun, a second-degree black belt who earned his belts under nine-time World Champion Lucas Lepri and ADCC champion Marcelo Garcia. You learn from a competitor at the top of the sport who still teaches the classes himself.
Book a trial classGetting here
The drive from Alexandria
From the West End of Alexandria it is about 15 minutes to 8001 Forbes Place, usually via I-395 or Van Dorn Street into Springfield.
Who trains here from Alexandria: Alexandria residents who want real training close to home instead of a commute into the city.
8001 Forbes Pl, Suite 320, Springfield, VA 22151
Get directionsWhat you can train
One academy, every style of jiu jitsu
Adult Jiu Jitsu
Gi and no-gi for every level. One membership covers it all.
Learn moreKids (Black Kittens)
Real jiu jitsu for ages 8 to 13, taught with patience.
Learn moreWomen's Jiu Jitsu
A dedicated class built around real self-defense.
Learn moreNo-Gi
Faster grappling with no kimono. Body control and timing.
Learn moreWrestling
Takedowns and top pressure, a couple of times a week.
Learn moreNew here?
Start with a trial class. No experience needed.
Book a trialWhy Black Cat
Owner-led
A second-degree black belt and international competitor teaches the classes himself.
Beginners welcome
Most members walked in with zero experience. Fundamentals are always on the schedule.
One membership
Gi, no-gi, wrestling, and the women's only class, all included.
5 on Google
From 146+ reviews by local members.
Questions from Alexandria
Common questions
About 6 to 7 miles from the West End, roughly 15 minutes by car via I-395 or Van Dorn Street. Closer than most people expect.
Yes. The West End and Landmark side of Alexandria is a short drive, so we train members from across the city.
Either works. A lot of people train both. Come try whichever fits your schedule first, and wear comfortable workout clothes for your first class.
Book a trial class. Tell us it is your first time and we will put you in the right beginner class. No experience and no commitment needed.