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Martial Arts World Chester

4.3 ★★★★☆ 32 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Chester, Virginia

BJJ gym Free trial Kids & teens Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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  • Website & schedule martialartsworldchester.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (804) 748-9587

Hours

Monday 6:30 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 6:30 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 6:30 AM–8 PM
Thursday 6:30 AM–9 PM
Friday 6:30 AM–8 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Martial Arts World Chester, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 11 mentions

“Master Bugg and his team of professionals have done wonders teaching my son about pride, respect and self discipline!”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Martial Arts World Chester — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 32 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 4 mentions

“The staff is really kids and family friendly.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“The Instructions are really knowledgeable and experienced in Martial Arts 🥋 techniques.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“Master Bugg and his team of professionals have done wonders teaching my son about pride, respect and self discipline!”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“Master Bugg and his team of professionals have done wonders teaching my son about pride, respect and self discipline!”

From the reviews

I, DJ Lady Bea DJ the Black Belt Martial Arts Saturday , December 9, 2023 in Chester VA. I was thrown away with amazements of the discipline, respect and honor of EVERYONE through Master Micheal teachings. This is an Extraordinary Awesomely organization with A LOT of POSITIVE Opportunities 💯

★★★★★ — Beatrice, Dec 2023

Master Bugg is one of the best masters out there he’s so energetic and upbeat no one can bring him down. His teaching technique is amazing and has helped me build a better future for myself. 😁

★★★★★ — Emmalee, Jul 2022

Master Bugg and his team of professionals have done wonders teaching my son about pride, respect and self discipline! Thank you!

★★★★★ — Me, Jan 2017

great place, disciplined is great master bugg is a excellent and perfect man and i have a lot of respect for him.

★★★★★ — Marcellous, Jun 2016

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Your first BJJ class at Martial Arts World Chester

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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Martial Arts World Chester

11804 Perdue Springs Ct, Chester, VA23831

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