Great Instructors, motivating environment, nice facilities: clean, professional…read more Some of the best in town train here everyday: if you want to learn MMA, Muay Thai, Judo or BJJ it's a great place to be!

Great instructors. Clean. Friendly. Knowledgeable and passionate about what they do. Muay Thai,…read moreJudo, grappling, wrestling, and bjj. I've had a lot of fun so far. Great exercise mentally and physically.

Rude owner. Wanted to sign up, now I kinda hate the guy, and place…read more Signed up to get more information, he reached out wanting to know more about me, after responding he's since ignored my email(s). This may not be the best business owner or coach for everyone. Or based on the real reviews, a friendly/healthy environment to train in. He's probably selective about who he wants for his gym which is fine. As long as it's you. Annoying since I've been interested for a while now driving past this place. But, maybe it's a bit too run down nowadays?

My 11 year old daughter and I both go to the Ashland location. All of the instructors, staff and…read moreclassmates are very knowledgeable, professional and respectful. If you're looking to compete or just want to get in better shape then I highly suggest checking them out.

I highly recommend CSC RVA for martial arts training. I moved here about 3 years ago and absolutely…read moreenjoy training here. The staff is amazing. Everyone is so supportive. I'm in the best shape of my life.

This is THE PLACE - THE TRUE combat sport center where you get to be trained by the most…read moreexperienced and dedicated coaches I have had a pleasure working with. There is truly no other place like this and only way to find out is to come and experience it your self. THE DRIVE TO SUCEED AND GET BETTER every day is encouraged by motivation, hard work and a lot of sweat!!!

This place is slightly hidden off of West Broad Street and I was a little lost trying to find it,…read morebut I gave them a call and the staff was super helpful in directing me to the exact location. It is in the same shopping center as Bella Rosa Bridal, but on the other side (not facing Broad St.) Also, there are plenty of parking spots! I attended the Muay Thai Kickboxing class with two of my friends last Thursday from 7-8pm. We came a little early to sign a waiver before class and got a mini tour of the facility. The women's locker room is so nice! It is small compared to most average locker rooms, but it is efficient and I like it. No need to bring your toiletries! There are showers equipped with soap, shampoo & conditioner, bathroom stalls, lockers (they do not have locks, so I suggest leaving valuables at home or hidden in your car), hair dryer, towels, lotion, and of course if you are like me that goes to a gym without a hair tie, they got that covered too. The owner and another staff member showed us how to properly wrap up our hands before class and helped us get our gloves and shin guards on. The class instructor was friendly and detailed-oriented. I did not expect him to give my friends and I one-on-one time, especially being in a class with experienced individuals. However, he split the class up and we were able to learn the basics of kickboxing with the punching bag. He offered great techniques and constantly encouraged us till the very end of class. This class was definitely a great cardio workout and I would recommend this to anyone who is interested! Before I left the facility, I used their InBody 230 scale to get my body composition analysis done. This is definitely really cool to see at a fitness center. When I was an undergraduate studying Exercise Science we had a hand-held body comp analysis that only gave me the basic stats. This was definitely more detailed and I was able to learn about my skeletal muscle mass, percentage of body fat, total body water etc. I look forward to attending more classes in the future and even try new ones!

Robert Brands is my Muay Thai instructor with a strong background in martial arts and an all around…read moregreat coach! I am 71 and Robert has broght me back to life!

Great place to learn BJJ and striking. Great team and super-patient coaches. Great, high-level…read moreprofessors. They also have wrestling. Great for both kids and adults. I recommend 110%.

My son trained at Enlisted Nine last night and this gym was amazing. We live 1.5 hours away but the…read moretrip was well worth it. We have traveled and trained at approx. 30-40 gyms over the years, Enlisted Nine tops the list. What we liked the best was that each technique was demonstrated and Colton showed what to do if you were doing it for points, self defense or combat basically giving three variations of each technique. No other school we have been to had an instructor break it down this way. So no matter why you were there learning BJJ you could use it for your discipline. The gym was clean and all the staff and students were friendly. The gym had a family feel but let me say they WORK. My son was whooped after class. Will definitely make Enlisted Nine our home. Tim

Old school training amidst a sea of McDojos. Drive up & down…read moreMidlothian Turnpike, & you'll find that the number of martial arts/ karate schools far outweighs the number of convenience stores. There's practically one on every corner! They range from day care centers to make-believe boot camps. If you put in the time & pay your fees, you can get lots of pretty colored belts to wear & eventually hang on your wall. As for actually learning self defense skills at those places... As long as you have a referee, a padded mat, rules, & protective sparring gear, you might be able to beat your way out of a wet paper bag. That's not the case at FCIM. They don't hand out rank just for showing up. The only belt you can buy, is the white belt that comes with your uniform, when you sign up. The rest of them will be earned thru blood, sweat & tears.-Actual blood, sweat & tears, not the band! Once you sign up for class, one of the first things you'll receive is a stick wrapped in baling twine. You'll be using it to rack your shins & forearms for conditioning purposes. Embrace the pain! Over time, you'll learn to appreciate it. Duck walks, frog hops, break falls, & tumbling are a part of every class. Pace yourself, as you'll probably become frustrated at first.-You'll definitely hurt. You may even think about quitting. Don't. If you'll put in the effort, do the reps & conditioning, over time, you will increase your stamina, pain tolerance, and ability to end a fight quickly & decisively. If it was easy, everybody would be doing it.

From the owner: full circle integrated martial arts is an eclectic martial arts discipline that focuses on survival…read moreand self defense for real life altercations. Our system has been tested and proven in its effectiveness. In addition to martial arts, We offer civilian conceal carry weapon retention training, stick and blade training and training for private security for all levels. !Discount for first responders! Come experience us free.

If you're searching for a place where you can learn, grow, and laugh while simultaneously being put…read morein both an armbar and a chokehold by someone twice your age and half your size, look no further than Valhalla Academy of Martial Arts. Where Valhalla lacks in a "No Shoes, No Service" policy, it excels in providing a venue for fresh and seasoned martial arts practitioners of all ages to hone their craft in a plethora of styles, including but not limited to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai. You'll be hard pressed to find another gym with such a wealth of engaging opportunities under the same roof. What really sets it apart isn't just the exceptional coaching from its founder and resident Black Belt Professor, Coach Andrew; it's the emphasis placed on personal development from all angles. The atmosphere that's been cultivated at Valhalla ensures a healthy and positive environment where everyone involved is engaged and committed to helping each other progress both physically and mentally. Not only that, but the condition of the facility is par-none and always kept clean. As a slight testament to the caliber of Valhalla's curriculum, I've personally garnered a greater sense of confidence, learned countless practical skills, and gained a greater appreciation for cold showers. Although I've only been a student for a relatively short amount of time, I'm certain I'll be here for the long run.

Greetings, As a…read moreretired (medical) soldier from the Army, I looked for a place where I could meditate utilizing martial arts as a meditation class. I looked all over, and I saw the name Valhalla and was immediately attracted to the place based off that. Professor/Instructor Andrew talked with me on the phone, and I tried out for Filipino Martial Arts and Savate / Jeet Kune Do / Muay Thai. Though I was not attracted to Filipino Martial Arts, I wanted to know more about Savate as I could not recall this form of martial arts. Professor / Instructor Andrew is not only an indescribable instructor / educator / teacher / professor, but his historical background on Savate is so profound. Even after training he ceases to not amaze me with his arsenal of knowledge of how Savate originated from as I had no clue, but only knowing about Jeet Kune Do & Muay Thai from training in the military. I have now been training with him about to go on 2 years as my love for the martial arts known as Savate has grown tremendously. I do recommend anyone to train here as well as knowing he also has his older brother, Mr. Jason training students as well. Their combined knowledge of martial arts makes them an undefeatable duo that loves to teach and educate, and I just really could say more about them, but will leave it here by saying, come and see it for yourself, as you will not be disappointed.

Hot Sweaty and smells like bleach…read more Eric Burdo has run this joint for almost ten years; don't be fooled by his youth or casual demeanor, he is a PROFESSIONAL. He's one of Richmond's longest standing black belts, and instructor to several of the guys that now run their own schools. ROOTS! There are more high ranking guys training here than anywhere else in town. There's also a large student body and plenty of training partners at all times.

I've been attending this academy for a little over two years. In that time, I've been extremely…read morepleased with my experience here. The students and instructors are welcoming and dedicated, and work very hard to make sure everyone feels comfortable. Richmond BJJ covers both self-defense and sport jiu jitsu applications. They also offer muay thai classes which I do not have experience with, but that seem to be well-attended. This gym is extremely female friendly. It can be nerve wracking to come into a male-dominated gym, but not once has any student or instructor made me feel unwelcome or uncomfortable. Liz occasionally hosts women's classes that are great for building relationships with other women in jiu jitsu. Not only that, but it's amazing to be able to consistently train with a woman who is as knowledgeable about jiu jitsu as Liz. She can speak to many questions that women and/or smaller people might have about using technique over strength to defend yourself against a larger opponent. Excellent school all around!

What can we say about RTMA? Well, it is this simple - if you want to be as good as you can get at…read moremartial arts, if you aren't willing to settle with going to a "belt mill" studio where your earning belts is more a function of the checks you write than the skills you have developed, then this is where you should go. Be warned - it is fun, but you will work for it. And the better you get, the harder you will work and the more will be expected. This is how it should be - and you will feel better about yourself for it. The instruction and facilities are all first rate, prices are very reasonable (especially compared to some of the other studios around Richmond), no contracts, and you will truthfully learn some martial arts stylings (Atemi Ryu Juijitsu) that is not offered anywhere else in the area. So if you want to be the best you can be, want to go to a martial arts stchool that still treats it as a discipline and an art and not a sport, then do yourself a favor and try out RTMA.

Extremely professional and friendly environment!! Incredible classes for all ages. It doesn't…read morematter your skill level, Grandmaster Vazquez has the ability to teach individuals and meet them at their skill level from beginner to expert. Learn self defense, get fit, and have fun all at the same time!

The kindest lead instructor who treats EVERYONE like family!!! Dave Kenworthy should be…read morePresident!!! Regardless of religion, color or class...everyone is loved and received at AEGIS!!! Life changing experience for my kids!!! Clean and neat gym too!!!

I had the privilege of dropping in again at Aegis and wow is it so nice to be in such an incredible…read moreacademy. This is easily the best BJJ academy I've ever trained at. It smells wonderful. 3rd degree black belt Professor Dave is amazing as his black belt Brian. They are the most generous guys in all of BJJ and I'm not exaggerating that. I learn something new and useful every time I'm here. A black belt that I train with in Los Angeles noticed that I wore an Aegis t-shirt and he recognized it as one of his favorite places he's ever trained at and he trained under Roger Gracie. So that's saying a lot.