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West Karate & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu of Weirton
4.9 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Weirton, West Virginia
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
- 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 (ages 7–14) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule westkarateofweirton.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 304-479-5292
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | 5–9 pm |
| Sunday | 5–9 pm |
The classes they run
“His priority is not only to make students good in martial arts but also with the kids, teach them to grow into productive members of society under his tutelage.”
“Bonus: going to local tournaments as a group and seeing all the students compete is a blast.”
“Whether you are looking for martial training for self defense or competition level training you can find students of all skill levels here.”
Other martial arts here
“There are also other fitness training such as cardio kick boxing, youth wrestling, and yoga available.”
“There are also other fitness training such as cardio kick boxing, youth wrestling, and yoga available.”
“There are also other fitness training such as cardio kick boxing, youth wrestling, and yoga available.”
“I am very happy with the overall philosophy of the West Karate dojo and the skills and confidence my kids have developed both on and off the mat.”
What members say
“Great instructors that care about your growth on and off the mats.”
“Also the atmosphere here from everyone is very welcoming and eager to help much like a family.”
“Also the atmosphere here from everyone is very welcoming and eager to help much like a family.”
“The instructors are patient, attentive, and take the time to ensure each student fully understands the techniques being taught.”
“There are also other fitness training such as cardio kick boxing, youth wrestling, and yoga available.”
“I scouted several local schools to find the one right for my kids and almost 3 years later I'm still confident this is the best choice around.”
From the reviews
Editing my previous response. I didn't leave one star. I'm ultimately leaving 5 stars. I train Brazilian jiu-jitsu with Troy. I enjoyed the postive BJJ atmosphere and people. I'll continue to cross train and compete. Woot woot Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu!!!
After trying the other dojos in the area, I have found a new home for me and my family. The rates are very affordable and all the students are very friendly. Troy (owner, instructor, sensei) is a friendly, down to earth guy that promotes customs, custersies and manners that extend well beyond the mat.
Awesome school with a great instructor. Troy Is very engaging with the kids and his teaching style makes it fun even when its tough. The style gives a great mix of traditional karate and practical street smart self defense. Combine that with an awesome BJJ program and it's an amazing value.
West Karate is awesome! Sensei Fernandez really cares about ALL of his students. He cares about the development of each student. He takes the time to ensure all understand what is being taught. Also variety of classes for all ages, Karate, BJJ, yoga, kickboxing. Highly recommend
Your first BJJ class at West Karate & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu of Weirton
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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