I've been wanting to train here for years so the bar was high and it exceeded expectations from the…read moreminute I walked in the door! The environment was so friendly and welcoming. Family oriented with kids and parents all there to hang and train. Snacks and some play areas for kids and a beautiful bright matted area with amazing pictures from Ryans career fighting and cornering the most recognizable faces in the game. The instruction was absolutely incredible I cannot recommend Ryan and his academy more. Definitely check it out if you are in the area I wish I could train here more! - Nick Lamagna

High recommend this martial arts academy!…read more Our kids have been going here for about 10 months and love it. Started with BJJ, but then switched to capoeira which they enjoyed more because of the acrobatics. The coaches and staff are really supportive and patient with the kids. The gym is pretty big and they have cameras so parents can observe from the lobby. Parking can be tough if you don't get there early, but there's room on the neighboring side streets which aren't too far away. Typically there's always people leaving between classes so I have always been able to find a stall. The prices are reasonable. Upfront costs may seem high, but it includes the uniform and which they need anyway. Otherwise it's a great price. They also offer discounts for siblings, military, etc.

Great people and students! Very welcoming and top notch level instruction. Gym offers a great…read morevariety of classes to meet each individuals personal goals and specific needs. Good use of space and centrally located to lots of healthy food choices and shops. Plenty of parking and clean restrooms. If you are looking for legit instruction, make sure to check them out!!!

Adding an update here: the billing team did finally get back to me and the owner of the business…read moreended up calling which was nice. Please make billing team more accessible for the future though!

Took my 5- and 8-year-old to Six Blades Jiu Jitsu Nova for a free trial. The environment is…read moreno-nonsense and clearly built around serious training-- which as an Army veteran is something I personally respect and felt at home in, especially given the military-style banter. That said, I didn't find the tone ideal for younger kids. There was language and phrasing ("kick his ass!") that I didn't feel was appropriate for children, and I was disappointed by comments made toward boys being beaten by girls ("You'll walk home if you lose to a girl")--not exactly the message I want either of my kids internalizing. The instructors are absolutely skilled and committed, but they treat the kids like mini adults, which may work for some families, but not ours. We ended up going with another gym that's more youth-focused, closer to home, and offers more affordable memberships with military and family discounts. I think Six Blades would be great for adult students or older teens looking for high-level instruction, but it just wasn't the right fit for our young kids. Edited for further context: For further context, what the owner describes as "jovial" banter included quotes from coaches during the kids' training session: * "Kick his ass!" * "Whoop his ass!" * "You better not lose to a girl!" * "If you lose to a girl, you're walking home!" * "Pay attention, dammit!" "Banter" implies the kids could respond with witty comebacks--but what would they realistically say to grown men in a position of authority? They simply complied. That said, I truly appreciate the owner's openness to constructive feedback. It makes me feel more confident in my decision as a parent. For now, we'll stick with the more "budget" and kid-friendly option -- at least until my children are old enough to clap back at demeaning and misogynistic comments with confidence and humor that comes with maturity.

My son has been training at Six Blades three times a week for seven months. He's had the best…read moreexperience! The instructors are extremely skilled at jiu-jitsu and are natural teachers. The kids children's classes are full of super sweet kids and friendly parents. The community is very welcoming and I'm so grateful to have found it.

Training here has been such an unbelievable experience , this gym is great for anyone from a day…read moreone beginner up to a professional fighter. The Muay Thai coaching is some of the best I've experienced in many years between instructors who have fought at the highest levels , won national titles and local champions etc .. facilities and equipment are clean and plentiful. Robust kids program and grappling as well. If you're in the area do yourself a favor and train here as soon as you can ! Edit : And to be clear , I'm from out of town on business , didn't know anyone here and the front staff , coaches , and members did a fantastic job making me feel welcomed and invited in a new place.

Coming to Pentagon MMA was the best decision I've made in a while. Classes are always challenging…read moreand tiring in the best way. And the staff are all very kind and welcoming. They're always willing to share any insight or to answer any questions one might have. I'm having a great time getting in shape while gaining confidence and new skills! Thanks all!

I went to this gym because of a seminar and I had a great experience! The gym is a little small but…read morehas good mat space. I learned a lot from the seminar and the owners are very nice and personable.

I am an IT professional that travels extensively for work, I found the academy to be very clean,…read moreconcise instruction, the students were welcoming and more concerned with acquiring skills rather than just grinding through a session. I will definitely stop back in.

Just want to say that HighNoon is a great place to train, even though it's not my home gym. They…read morebring a lot of people together and honestly have the best open mats around. It's a very competitive room, but they prioritize control and respect. It might look intimidating walking in because basically everyone looks jacked, but they are just as chill as they are strong. The facilities are excellent (large mats, big locker rooms/showers, plenty of seating). Highly recommend stopping by--make sure you meet Tim, the owner. Super nice guy.

We did a drop in kids BJJ class and it was phenomenal! We wish we lived significantly closer to…read morebring the kiddos here. The Saturday instructor really cares about the kids' development, and most importantly, you can tell the kids have fun. All are well behaved, which is not something you always see in kid's classes. This says a lot about the kids, their parents, and the respect they provide to their training.

I started Judo at the Compound about a year ago. The gym is great, the instructor is top-notch,…read moreand the whole experience is low-pressure and fun. Everyone is nice-- there's a range of ages and skill levels and we're all having fun learning together.

Great atmosphere. Friendly instructors and students. Really appreciate how clean the space is as…read morewell.

Coaches with huge egos. Do you want to learn jiu jitsu or join a cult ? They like to yell at their…read morestudents and make cringe jokes. Honestly any other gym has been a better experience than this one. The coaches have favorites and won't progress you if he doesn't like you.

Nothing fancy, pretty basic, some equipment, and a decent amount of room for their different MMA…read moreclasses (including two large matted areas for you to flip on, be pushed on, and fight/dance it up!) If you're unsure about it all, breathe in, breathe out, and woosaa - 1st timers get 2 free weeks of whichever class they want to pop into. Try them all if you want. They even have classes for kids. I once knew nothing about the many different forms of martial arts and I honestly have nothing to compare Fairfax Jiu Jitsu to, but I strongly believe it is the people who can make or break any kind of establishment. Needless to say, it is everyone here, from Dave (one of the managers) to the students in the [I'm not telling you what I took!] class, that make this place amazing. Classes will challenge you, you will learn, and you'll enjoy it all. I think I found my 2nd family. Try it out, let them know you saw my review, and that you're ready for some ass kickery!

This place has a really supportive and welcoming community. Both coaches and students are very…read moreaccepting and focused on everyone succeeding at their own pace.

Amazing instruction, the staff is very supportive and knowledgeable, the camaraderie is…read moreexceptional! Fantastic place to train!

Trained here for 3 years and I don't regret it Great…read moreinstructors and amazing training partners and coaches that help succeed in any mix martial arts

I've been with the Mikido family and mikido MMA centers for over a decade. Anywhere and anything in…read morefitness you want to achieve , this is the place . Master Brent Hess is a world class coach and with his prestigious experience in martial arts , boxing, wrestling , and BJJ, he gives you the right guidance in achieving your fitness goals and your goals in competition.