I have had a curiosity about Double Phoenix Jiu Jitsu for a while so when I was visiting from Florida, I found a chance to visit. I had dealt with Coach Tamara (Tammy) in making the arrangements to visit. She was very kind and welcoming. The facility is easy to locate. When I walked in, the place was in full swing, with kids training on one section of the mat and safely away from them, there was boxing going on for adults. After briefly speaking to Coach Kyle, I signed a waiver and changed for class. The students were extremely friendly and willing to work with a "stranger". Kyle's instruction of technique was as effective as the techniques themselves, which I appreciated. Kyle is masterful at making somewhat advanced techniques understandable and as drilling occurs, he's very vigilant and quick to assist those who may stumble on a detail or two. When class was over, Kyle remained available to talk to If you live in the area of Route 28 towards Sterling and looking to train in high level Jiu Jitsu, I'd highly recommend Double Phoenix. They truly embody not only the sport itself but more importantly, the spirit of the Jiu Jitsu lifestyle. read more

Look..I HAVE TO FIRST START BY SAYING THAT THE WING CHUN LAB SPARRING EVENT WAS THE MOST EPIC EXPERIENCE IVE EVER BEEN PRIVILEGED TO HAVE..IT WAS ONE OF THE BEST DAYS OF MY LIFE!!..The rumors you hear are an understatement to what it truly is..If you are truly a lover of Wing Chun or a Warrior forged from kombat..This is the place you want to be: it is also one of the safest spaces with people who truly want to see you succeed. It's a place free of ego but tests your resolve in the most positive way. I myself came from Nashville TN driving 10 hours to make it, sleeping in my car and running off of fumes to participate in this event..and being honest..I'D DO IT AGAIN 10 TIMES OVER!! AND ANOTHER 10 IF IT MEANT THAT I CAN MAKE THIS EVENT HAPPEN EVERY YEAR!! It's a place of testing your might and truly understanding the application and the soul of Wing Chun. IF YOU ARE SO FORTUNATE TO ATTEND..YOU WILL KNOW THAT IT IS WORTH EVERYDIME..Cause as far as me; especially after studying wing Chun; knowing the problems in my own city with it and around the world; for me...WING CHUN LAB IS PRICELESS!! read more

Double Phoenix Jiu-jitsu is run by two amazing instructors, Kyle and Tammy. The skills and details they teach are unbelievable. With each class they strive to improve your game with quality drilling and sparring, along with taking time to answer questions that students and parents may have at the end of class. This adds a nice personal touch. They also spend time reviewing tape from your competitions, and tailoring classes to what you need. In addition, the class sizes are fairly small, allowing Kyle and Tammy to help you extensively. Classes are Monday through Saturday. This is more than enough time to drill, spar, and ask questions. Although Double Phoenix is only 3 1/2 months old, the club has already won multiple competitions as a team. The atmosphere is inviting, motivating, and fresh. If you are new to BJJ, or are a serious competitor, here you will find everything you need to be successful. I do not have enough words to describe how much I love this academy and its instructors. I would recommend Double Phoenix Jiu-Jitsu without a doubt. read more

This is hands down the best gym for practicing BJJ. My kids love training with coaches Kyle and Tammy. Their energy and experience teaching kids inspires kids to work hard and the kids really get into it. In a kid-friendly, safe environment, students of all ages can learn key moves and strategies as well as cutting edge combinations. In their gym, Kyle and Tammy provide constantly changing jiu jitsu training for fitness, personal safety, discipline and competition. My kids are different skill levels, and whether you are a beginner or an expert, coaches Kyle and Tammy provide competition level training so the kids can bring their best. My kids look forward to it all day, and when class is over, they can't wait to go back. They have made great friends and learned about respect and sportsmanship as well as jiu jitsu. I am looking forward to joining the adult program when my schedule allows. There's a lot more individual attention than our past gyms. (Thanks, Paul and Jen, for showing us this gym!) read more

I had been wanting to try Jiu Jitsu for a few years now. I checked out a few other places in the area before deciding on Double Phoenix. I'm so glad I joined this gym! I've really enjoyed it so far. (Joined in Dec. 2018). I've seen and heard of other gyms where training isn't safe and they throw those with no experience right in there. Not the case here, training is done at a safe pace. The students all treat each other with a lot of respect from the most experienced to the least. Right from the start it truly felt like a team/family atmosphere. You are not just a number here. The instruction has been top notch as well with a strong emphasis on teaching the fundamentals for those new to training such as myself. Coaches Kyle, Tammy, and Jon keep the classes fun and are a great workout! read more

Double Phoenix BJJ is an incredible place to train and take your jig jitsu to the next level. The two owners, Kyle and Tammy, have created a culture in the gym that fosters learning, training hard, and focusing on continually improving your game. Each class they break down every component of each position/move in a way that my teammates and I easily understand and they work with each of us until we are able to grasp the concept and implement it into our game. Whether you are interested in training BJJ for fitness or you have been training for years there is something for everyone at Double Phoenix. You will not find a better place to train in the area. To see what Double Phoenix is is all about check out the video below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQ4YyZSdMPo read more

I had never done BJJ before and when Coach Kyle invited me for a free trial, I had no idea what I was getting into. Short version of the story...I got hooked from day 1. I absolutely love the sport. But more than that, this school was perfect. Coach Kyle is a seriously studied technician! It blows my mind how detailed and intense he is. Coach Tammy is just as skilled but adds a different style to the class. The team of these two coaches is the perfect balance of teaching styles for a variety of different students. The gym is clean and the other students are respectful and focused. Seriously, don't take my word for it. Come take a free trial class and make sure you say hello to me when you drop in! read more

Started out here with our 8 yr old son who fell in love with it, then our 12 yr old daughter who latched on, then eventually myself. In the near future, maybe the wife as well. :-) The training is top notch with results showing up at tournaments (For both adults and kids), but beyond that Coach Kyle and Tammy have very magnetic personalities that just pull you in. :-) Their program all up is amazing, but they're kids program is a differentiator, definitely one of the best on the east coast in my view. Their Jiu Jitsu curriculum combined with the boxing program offered by coach John Bratelli seems to be worth more than we pay for it. I highly recommend. read more

Double Phoenix Jiu Jitsu is the place to be! Coach Kyle and Coach Tammy have lovingly created an environment of positivity, cooperation, and growth. You will find people from all walks of life who are eager to help you learn the art of Jiu Jitsu if you are willing to put in the work. Both of the coaches place a heavy emphasis on viewing the art as problem solving and paying attention to details which works to everyone's benefit. If you are new to the sport, it is physically taxing but incredibly rewarding; it will get better with time. Personally, Double Phoenix has given me a new lease on life and greatly increased my confidence! read more

I started training here around seven months ago, having never done BJJ before, and there's no place I'd rather be. Tammy and Kyle are amazing, talented coaches and the community here is so welcoming and inviting. Everyone is very friendly and supportive and we're always here to help each other. It's an awesome atmosphere for beginners, especially women- in addition to the incredible Coach Tammy, there are a lot of other women who train here regularly as well. Coming to class is always the highlight of my day and I always leave feeling that I've learned more and improved over where I was the day before. Double Phoenix is the best! read more

Led by highly talented instructors who live and breath crafting the art of BJJ. It's not surprising to see other experienced BJJ practitioners switch over to join Double Phoenix (Lucas Lepri Virginia). This is also a perfect place if you're a novice. The environment is friendly and unassuming. Highly recommend for kids, men and women. You'd be hard pressed to find another BJJ school/gym who's more dedicated and vested in your mental growth and physical development. Coach Tammy and Kyle have put together a very rare atmosphere where everyone from young and old has a great time rolling and training together. read more

Double Phoenix offers an outstanding program for both kids and adults. I have three kids who train here 5-6 per week, the skills, fitness, and discipline that comes with this program is second to none. I myself have trained in BJJ for years so I made sure I vetted all the programs in the area and by far this is the best program I came across. Myself and my wife also train here and it quickly became a great bonding experience with my family. Kyle and Tammy are very passionate instructors who make you feel like part of the family. Great place! read more

I went to Double Phoenix for a free, first-time striking class. The striking coach was very helpful, especially for someone new to striking like myself. The gym had good vibes all around. Everyone from the beginners, to experienced adults to the coaches seemed to be enjoying themselves. Coach Kyle was welcoming and I found that he truly wanted me to improve myself. While the memberships didn't work out for me simply due to my work schedule and distance from my office/home, I would suggest anyone in the area to give Double Phoenix a shot. read more

I've been training at Double Phoenix for over 2 years now. Still the best place for jiu jitsu in the area. I've been to other schools and the instruction does not compare to here. I recommend Double Phoenix for beginners and the experienced jiu jitsu practitioner. Coach Kyle and Tammy are both very experienced. They are very passionate and it has been an HONOR training here. I should mention this school is a Lucas Lepri (Alliance) affiliate. Who is one of the best jiu jitsu black belts in the world. read more

When I was looking into Jiu Jitsu for our son, this is the only place we came. They really won me over. They have given great instruction and have been very patient with our hyperactive, kinda disruptive son. In a little over a year, we get much fewer calls from my son's school teachers, I can only attribute this to Double Phoenix. We are confident if our son needs to, he can defend himself; but we also know he won't go picking a fight. He really enjoys the practice and has done well in tournaments. read more

Coaches Tammy and Kyle have so much care for their students. Anyone could recognize this when they see them at tournaments- they're so present for their students, and they're even warm to their students' competitors which says a lot about them in the Jiu Jitsu community. I love their passion for teaching, for studying, for coaching, training. The atmosphere in the classes is very considerate of one another, supportive, and very invested in learning. Double Phoenix is an excellent place to train. read more

Great gym. Coaches Tammy & Kyle put in a lot of time generating a constructive and inclusive gym culture for the adult and children's classes. Emphasis is put on nurturing each student's personal BJJ growth & development, which is extremely important for the children's classes. I feel it gives children structure & teaches them self-assurance. There are morning, noon, and evening classes which works well for me because my schedule changes often. I highly recommend this gym! read more

I have been training in Jui Jitsu for the past 10 years and by far Double Phoenix JJ is one of the best schools in the area. The instructors are very knowledgeable and friendly. They take time to answer any questions and help you take your training to the next level. I can honestly say that ever since I started training with them my Jiu Jitsu has improved and I have become more technical. I would highly recommend this school to anyone, beginner or experienced. read more

Brilliant instruction in BJJ and boxing. They may have the strongest kids program in the DC area and the adult program is growing stronger by the day. As a blue belt, I initially suspected they were holding back their white belts because they were so technical. I like that the classes are technical, to the point and a great workout. The culture is respectful and fun. I don't hesitate invite others to train because they have a great experience here. read more