Brazilian Jiu Jitsu near Burke, VA
Burke
From Burke
Burke sits just southwest of the academy, close enough that a class at Black Cat fits around school pickups, work, and the rest of a busy week. Plenty of our members make the short drive in from the Burke Centre and Lake Braddock side of town.
You do not need any experience to start. Most people walk in having never trained, and within a few weeks they are rolling and hooked. Beginners, returning grapplers, and competitors all share the same mat, so you are never the only new person in the room.
Book a trial classGetting here
The drive from Burke
From Burke it is a short drive northeast to 8001 Forbes Place in Springfield, usually up Rolling Road or Braddock Road, about 12 to 15 minutes depending on traffic. There is parking right at the door.
Who trains here from Burke: Burke families training together, adults starting from scratch, and competitors keeping their edge.
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 Burke
Common questions
About 5 miles. Most members drive it in 12 to 15 minutes, up Rolling Road or Braddock Road into Springfield.
Yes, a good number. Burke is one of our closest neighbors, so plenty of members train with us two or three times a week.
Yes. Our Black Kittens program teaches kids real jiu jitsu in a safe, encouraging room, currently for ages 8 to 13. Book a trial class to try it.
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.