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Gracie Barra Ashburn, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense
4.9 ★★★★★ 104 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Ashburn, Virginia
Part of Gracie Barra
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gbashburn.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 571-228-3887
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 7:30 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We organized an introductory lesson for our group here, and all of the kids loved it, with several deciding to enroll and/or attend camp!”
“9/9/25 I was visiting the area and decided to drop in for a gi class after signing up online.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced competitor, they make you feel seen, challenged, and encouraged.”
“The coaches are wonderful with kids and spend one on one time with each student to help them master their skills.”
“He has learned great life skills including listening, respect and self defense!”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced competitor, they make you feel seen, challenged, and encouraged.”
What members say
“Coach Dana, Coach Ytallo and Coach Patrick are excellent instructors.”
“Highly recommend this BJJ academy to anyone wanting to improve their skills, fitness, and overall wellbeing in a welcoming and motivating environment.”
“I love our female team and our male team mates are so supportive and great training partners, any woman can come in and feel completely comfortable training.”
“Every class is taught with patience, attention to detail, and a genuine desire to see each student grow at their own pace.”
“It all began with me taking classes and loving the experience, and soon after, my children wanted to join, and they absolutely love it as well.”
“Professor Dana teaches a lot of cool techniques that helped my child win his first jiu-jitsu competition a few weeks ago.”
From the reviews
I have to say this is an amazing school! They have a unique ability to tailor highly structured Curriculum To each individual. The entire staff is incredibly friendly and makes everyone feel welcomed. The coaches are world caliber and we are fortunate to have such skilled coaches.
GBA is a great place to have your kids train and also for adults too. Both my son and I love training there. Professor Dana teaches a lot of cool techniques that helped my child win his first jiu-jitsu competition a few weeks ago. Not to mention they won first place in best kids GI school.
My children and I attend this location, and it has truly become a second home for us. It all began with me taking classes and loving the experience, and soon after, my children wanted to join, and they absolutely love it as well.
Updated review: I have been training under Dana and Charles for around 6 years now. Fantastic place to learn and practice Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! The professors and coaches at Gracie Barra Ashburn are knowledgeable and professional. They have structured curriculums which makes learning that much easier.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Barra Ashburn, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense
Gracie Barra Ashburn, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Gracie Barra Ashburn, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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