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Takeover Jiu Jitsu BJJ Va Beach VA
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Virginia Beach, Virginia
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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule instagram.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 757-300-5717
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5:30–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 5:30–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 10 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“As someone completely new to jujitsu, walking into a gym as a beginner and knowing nothing is quite intimidating.”
What members say
“I originally walked in knowing nothing about the sport, but because of the great coaching and the positive atmosphere, I’ve stuck with it and keep coming back.”
“The environment is extremely friendly and welcoming, and from day one everyone made me feel comfortable even though I knew absolutely nothing about jiu jitsu.”
“I had been looking for a great place to train BJJ as I had been bored just lifting weights, and then I found a family that supports one another and grows together.”
From the reviews
I can’t say enough good things about this gym. The environment is extremely friendly and welcoming, and from day one everyone made me feel comfortable even though I knew absolutely nothing about jiu jitsu. The people here are trustworthy, supportive, and genuinely look out for each other.
As someone completely new to jujitsu, walking into a gym as a beginner and knowing nothing is quite intimidating. This place is very welcoming, and Shawn is extremely patient and knowledgeable, breaking down the basics to where I could understand techniques and the purpose behind what we were learning.
I had been looking for a great place to train BJJ as I had been bored just lifting weights, and then I found a family that supports one another and grows together. Both the place and the people are top tier!
Great program. Great atmosphere. We welcome anyone to come train. Everyone is always ready to get after it.
New to BJJ? Start at Takeover Jiu Jitsu BJJ Va Beach VA
Takeover Jiu Jitsu BJJ Va Beach VA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Takeover Jiu Jitsu BJJ Va Beach VA
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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