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Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 79 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Chesapeake, Virginia

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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
  • Membership memberships run around $110/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes (ages 4–5) — 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
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  • Website & schedule virginiatkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 757-558-9869

Hours

Monday 11 am–8 pm
Tuesday 11 am–8 pm
Wednesday 11 am–8 pm
Thursday 11 am–8 pm
Friday 11 am–8 pm
Saturday 9:30 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 Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

📘 Fundamentals 2 mentions

“They are patient and do a great job of teaching the foundations of TaeKwonDo.”

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🧒 Kids BJJ 51 mentions

“Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy: A Life-Changing Experience Joining Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy has been a game-changer for my son and our family.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Alana Glass is so very helpful and very communicative when it’s time to schedule private lessons, renew membership, and sales of merchandise.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I am so grateful she has found something she truly loves and a mentor who is preparing her not just for the next belt, but for the real world.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 79 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“The camaraderie and support among the students and parents create a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere, making the academy not just a place to train, but a second home.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 9 mentions

“The camaraderie and support among the students and parents create a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere, making the academy not just a place to train, but a second home.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“He doesn't just teach techniques; he instills values that help shape the students into better citizens.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“We've been here for over three years now, and I've seen my son blossom into a more disciplined, confident, and respectful young man.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 19 mentions

“Life isn’t all sugar cookies and rainbows, and he understands that he’s not just teaching kicks and forms—he’s helping shape character, resilience, discipline, and confidence.”

From the reviews

We have been sending our daughter to this academy for 6 years already. We love this academy. Mr. Baker not only teaches the children Taekwondo and Jiu jitsu, he also teaches them life principles. Mr. Baker and his team are very professional, fair, and brings out the best in each child.

★★★★★ — Lisa, Aug 2021

Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy: A Beacon of Excellence in Martial Arts and Character Building Having been a part of the Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy for over three years, I can wholeheartedly attest to the transformative impact this institution has had on my son's life.

★★★★★ — Grey, Aug 2024

Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy Review My son has been attending Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy for less than a year, and it has been an incredible experience for him. Being smaller than his peers, team sports have always been a challenge, but martial arts has given him a place where he can thrive.

★★★★★ — Florence, Feb 2025

Mr. Baker and the entire TaeKwonDo instructor staff are nothing short of exceptional in every facet of this academy. Their ability to connect with the students, even at the earliest ages, is truly impressive. Beyond the valuable physical training they receive, Mr.

★★★★★ — James, Dec 2018

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Your first BJJ class at Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy

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 Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy

1245 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA23322

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