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Tri Cities Jiu Jitsu Club

5 ★★★★★ 170 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Colonial Heights, Virginia

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons 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
  • 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
  • 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 tricitiesmartialartsclub.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (804) 637-8378

Hours

Monday 10:30 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 10:30 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 10:30 AM–9 PM
Thursday 10:30 AM–9 PM
Friday 9 AM–7 PM
Saturday 9 AM–1 PM
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 Tri Cities Jiu Jitsu Club, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 13 mentions

“She originally was unsure if this was something she could do and would get frustrated but the coaches Cassy and Rachel are amazing with the kids.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“I can’t say enough about Coach Berry and this club other than top notch and I cant wait to see more at the higher levels and see her compete!”

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👤 Private Lessons

“They give a lot of personalized 1 on 1 attention to anyone attending their classes.”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“The atmosphere is welcoming for all levels, and the group classes are a great way to stay motivated and meet like-minded people.”

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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 Tri Cities Jiu Jitsu Club — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Muay Thai 3 mentions

“I attended there 3 months mostly Muay Tai boxing classes and I really enjoy it the people there and the coaches.”

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🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“I attended there 3 months mostly Muay Tai boxing classes and I really enjoy it the people there and the coaches.”

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🦵 Kickboxing

“They also offer kick boxing, Muay Thai, and wrestling.”

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🤸 Wrestling

“They also offer kick boxing, Muay Thai, and wrestling.”

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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 170 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 4 mentions

“Barry is one of the best instructors for any belt and you can tell he cares about anybody that is attending a class at this gym!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 12 mentions

“From the very first day my little girl walked through their doors, she was welcomed with patience, kindness, and genuine encouragement.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 22 mentions

“I've been practicing Muay Thai and BJJ for a few months and I've learned that you gym becomes your family.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“They understand how to channel her energy in positive ways, teaching her not just techniques, but discipline, focus, and perseverance.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“The atmosphere is welcoming for all levels, and the group classes are a great way to stay motivated and meet like-minded people.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“My kids and I love learning jiu jitsu here!”

From the reviews

My kids and I love learning jiu jitsu here! The instructors are very knowledgeable and genuinely care about their students. I love that this place makes you feel like one big family! We have made great friends here and are learning so much.

★★★★★ — Cassie, Mar 2023

I’ve had the privilege of training and teaching at Tricities Jiu-Jitsu, and it’s been nothing short of a fantastic experience. Under the guidance of Coach Barry, they have fantastic adults and kids martial arts programs.

★★★★★ — Todd, May 2023

All of the coaches has been great with my son here, and I can honestly see a huge transformation from my 6 year old son in just 6 months. I’m looking forward to continue watching him excel physically and mentally. I recommend 5 stars. The gym is clean and inviting and offer training 6 out of 7 days. My son loves it.

★★★★★ — Ciarra, Aug 2025

This is an awesome club! I put my 5 year old into Jiu Jitsu, she has no siblings and I wanted her to learn to defend her self and stand up for herself in the future! I can’t express how much more she has received from the program. She has attended for 1 year and her confidence is through the roof.

★★★★★ — Rob, Sep 2024

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New to BJJ? Start at Tri Cities Jiu Jitsu Club

Tri Cities Jiu Jitsu Club 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first BJJ class at Tri Cities Jiu Jitsu Club

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 Tri Cities Jiu Jitsu Club

1617 Boulevard A, Colonial Heights, VA23834

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