Brazilian Jiu Jitsu near Kingstowne, VA
Kingstowne
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Brazilian jiu jitsu for Kingstowne
Kingstowne sits southeast of the academy, and the run over from Kingstowne Towne Center takes about fifteen minutes. If you have been doing classes at a chain gym's side room, the difference in a dedicated academy is obvious inside one session.
The mat you train on is the same one the competition team uses. There is no separate beginner facility and no watered-down curriculum. You are learning the actual system, taught slowly enough that it makes sense and drilled often enough that it sticks.
Everyone starts the same way. You show up, learn the technique of the day, drill it, and roll at your level. Whether you want self-defense, a hard workout, or a black belt one day, the path starts with a single trial class.
Book a trial classGetting here
The drive from Kingstowne
From Kingstowne it is about 15 minutes northwest to 8001 Forbes Place, usually out Franconia Road or up Van Dorn Street into Springfield. Coming from the Towne Center side, Franconia Road is the simpler line and avoids the Van Dorn backups near the Metro.
Who trains here from Kingstowne: Kingstowne commuters who want training close to home, families, and first-timers.
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 Kingstowne
Common questions
About 5 to 6 miles, roughly 15 minutes by car via Franconia Road or Van Dorn Street.
Franconia Road is usually the cleaner run. Van Dorn Street works too but can bunch up near the Metro station at rush hour.
Yes. Book a trial class for the Black Kittens program so they can get on the mat before you commit to anything. We currently teach ages 8 to 13.
As often as you like. Once a week is enough to learn and clear your head. If you want to improve fast or compete, three or more is better. Both are normal here.
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.