My eldest son (7)have been going to alpha bjj for almost 2 years. My youngest son (5) have been going for half a year. They both love the class, the lessons, the teachers , and their piers. They learned a lot and the training has help my son learn to be confident and build structure and also fun for the children. It’s not treated like a business and there’s a lot of Comradery. There’s a lot of extra events outside of jujitsu that our kids get involved in, like bbq, water rafting, Halloween parties. My husband started taking jujitsu as well to be more involved and enjoys the classes as well and everyone he’s trained with.

Alpha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is great. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. We moved my son here because of the many kids class options they offer. My husband also started here and loves it.

Just started with Alpha, and I couldnt be more pleased with the instructors and the atmosphere. The instructors are great with my 10 year old daughter, patient and encouraging, and they everyone is tolerant of my poor conditioning and encourage me without judgement. Everyone has been friendly and welcoming to us.The instruction is well organized and clear with adequate time spent learning and practicing before additional techniques are introduced. Opportunities to put your new knowledge into practice are given during the supervised sparing.All in all a fantastic experience so far.

We have been going to AJJ for a little more than a year and our kids love it!! Ages 9 and 7. It’s a great place to bring siblings. Great for boys and girls of mixed ages. Great instructors. And they have a women’s only class, mom can join!

I have two kids that have been going here since they open and they love it!! Coach Tad and all the other coaches do a phenomenal job teaching the techniques and also making it fun for the kids. This is the one activity where the kids know the schedule and want to come early for class. Everything they learn has helped them be competitive at tournaments and they tell me to enter them in the upcoming tournaments because they love the competition and want to improve. I highly recommend this school to anyone and everyone that is interested. You will not be disappointed training here!

Alpha BJJ is very well run. The owners and coaches go out of their way to make sure every student: feels welcome, is having a good time, and is learning. Couldn’t be happier with our experience so far.

Owners and members of the gym are incredibly friendly and patient with new member with no prior experience. Great community of members who value your longevity with the sport and want to see you come back week after week.

I started off as a complete beginner but everyone was super patient with me and made me feel comfortable from day 1. Everyone is super accommodating to whatever your skill level maybe even if you look like a baby giraffe on the mats!

Alpha BJJ has been wonderful for our 12 year old. Their philosophy works to develop agility, strength, respect, camaraderie and discipline. The owners are courteous and professional, with convenient hours and a great location. Highly recommend!

As a female with no martial arts experience, I wasnt sure what to expect and had some trepidation. However, all the coaches are extremely professional, accommodating and kind. Ive never once been made to feel like I shouldnt be there as a newbie, and even my fellow classmates, regardless of their gender or experience level, have been supportive and helpful. At this point, Alpha has become a second home to my entire family, and we look forward to continued technical and personal growth under the tutelage of the staff.

I just started attending Alpha BJJ about 2 months ago and couldn’t be happier. They do an awesome job providing a welcoming and fun environment for learning and training. The atmosphere is great. I look forward to every class I attend and I can’t recommend it enough.

Was in search of a gym and contacted Alpha BJJ. Tad responded within couple hours and explained everything I needed to know about the gym. I stopped by couple days later and was impressed with the facility as well as the people who trains there. I felt very welcomed and didnt feel out of place. Tad as well as Ben, who is the co-owner, are great people. I would highly recommend Alpha.

Before joining Alpha me and my brother have tried almost every Brazilian jujitsu academy around the area and honestly nothing is like Alpha. In Alpha you feel like you’re in a family not just a business.Great coaches, great atmosphere, and the best training partners. Highly Highly Recommended!

The owner Tad and Ben are great with kids. Only school that has 5 days of training for kids.

Tad and Ben have great customer service and provide a fun but disciplined environment in which their students thrive. Alpha BJJ is like a family and kids and adults consistently love being part of it. If you are looking for a safe, fun environment where you can challenge yourself mentally and physically, come try them out.

I wanted to start jiu jitsu a month ago. I decided to give it a try at Alpha and it was the best decision I made. I was given a free 1-week trial, but the welcoming atmosphere and professional coaching forced me to continue at this gym. Everyone tried to help me adapt to the pace at which the class is taught. If you’re hesitating, try it for a week and you won’t regret it!

I have been training at Alpha for a few months and it has been like finding a second family. The group of instructors is so knowledgeable, patient, and kind. Every lesson is well planned and fits into an overall plan for the week. The other members are chill, respectful, and ready to learn -- a real nod to the atmosphere provided by Ben and Tad. Would highly recommend.

Alpha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu sets the standard for professionalism and quality Jiu Jitsu instruction. My son has been enrolled in the kids class for about 6 months and I have been attending the adult class for about 4 months. The instructors are highly experienced and knowledgeable and possess the unique ability to cater to all age groups. Their engaging and practical kids classes have helped my son with his discipline, focus, and self confidence. I highly recommend Alpha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to anyone interested in beginning/improving their Jiu Jitsu skills, physical fitness, and overall well being. Thanks guys!

Alpha BJJ is an amazing school for people from all walks of life, and is incredibly welcoming. There is a tangible welcoming aura compared to other schools I have attended in the past. Whether you are a first-day white belt beginner, or an experienced martial artist, this school is great for you.I appreciate that there is a strong sense of family, with many adult practitioners bringing their children to the kids classes. The school is the perfect size, and has exceptional instructors who actually care to work with individuals. Other schools I have been to dont care to instruct people, while Alpha really cares about each member.I recommend Alpha BJJ for anyone to try! They are truly professional, respectful, and open.

Absolutely great instructors and an amazing kids program! Ive been here since the start and I can say Alpha BJJ has a great sense of community and excellent training framework. The coaches are genuinely concerned for the students welfare and progression. Me and my kids really enjoy being a part of the ABJJ and the cookouts are pretty awesome. Thx to Tad and Ben for getting me hooked!

Love this place. Tad is very welcoming and an excellent teacher. Very clean gym.

This place is AWESOME. I have been in the BJJ world for the past 13 years and have trained from coast to coast including several locations in Brazil (The Source) and ive go to say that this academy and its instructors and staff are among the BEST. The patients, attention to detail and overall commitment to my and my childs success is why these guys are the elite. You cant go wrong here. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Adult ProgramI have been doing Jiu-Jitsu 6+ years. I just started at Alpha 3 weeks ago. It has been a blast. Everyone is very welcoming. This is a great workout, helps relieve stress after a long work day, and teaches a vital skill. Its never to late to learn. I started at 30 years old, and I have friends that started in their 50s. Just come in and give it a try.Kids ProgramI showed up early one day and watched the kids class. The coaches did an amazing job with the kids. All the kids sat patiently listening to their coaches then they dud exactly what was asked of them. If you want your kids to learn patience, discipline, relieve stress, or learn how to defend yourself bring them in to try a class.

Ive been signedup for about a month now. Everyone is very welcoming, no hard sales push. Great instruction as well. No matter what level you, you can learn something and have a good time and challenge yourself. Adult classes are not crowded which is really nice. No matter what the question is the instructors make time to answer, and you will not feel dumb even asking the most basic of questions. I cannot recommend this place enough.

I did my free week of classes a few weeks ago and have recently completed my 8th class. I have nothing but good things to say about the owners, instructors, and the other members. I ask a lot of questions and they have answered every single one. Seems to be a very welcoming gym so far and looking forward to learning bjj!

Great Jiujitsu studio in the Northern VA area- great group of people who make new members feel welcome. Alpha does a great job creating a professional environment to train.

I almost didnt sign up because of the distance. We travel across 2 counties to come here! But, Im so glad we did. The coaches are excellent. They are great role models for the kids. Patient, firm, lots of constructive feedback during class, and fun. My kids (4 kids) love it. Great value for the classes, too. I highly recommend this gym!

My teammate and I were traveling and dropped in for a Wednesday night class. Super friendly gym. Tad taught class. Great techniques and good rolls!Ill definitely train here again when Im back in town!

It’s always good to write a review after you’ve used a product for while— it ensures its quality wasn’t a sham.I’ve been training at Alpha for a month now, making sure to attend at least 4 days a week. After attending 20+ sessions I can claim to have been greeted with an energy and brotherhood/sisterhood I once experienced only in the military. All the folks here are caring, compassionate and are dedicated to helping you whether you’re a D-1 wrestler transitioning to the Jiu-Jitsu world or a new comer who’s never grappled a day in your life. The owner Tad is very much hands on ensuring your training and progress is where it should be, and most of all, that your happy and safe! This is a far cry from some other much larger facilities that are more interested in the bottom line than they are the progress of an individual. I would know because I was there once. There are guys here that are the real deal (veteran practitioners who compete regularly), and others like myself who are just starting out and trying to learn the sport. I often show up early to practice to watch Tad and the other instructors train the children and teenage classes that proceed the adult class. The energy is great, kids are happy, and one gets the sense the parents are very pleased as well. Once my kids are old enough, they’ll be joining me. A few of the regulars who bring their children in stay for the adult classes themselves. It’s helpful that they have an area for children to hang out while their parents roll. Needless to say, Alpha is a family. From the parents on the sideline watching their little ones to those competing in jiu Jitsu , everyone feels like they’re part of the family. I strongly suggest anyone interested in This great martial art to make Alpha your home!

I have been attending classes here for a few months now, and really cant say enough good things about Alpha! The culture at the gym is welcoming to people of all levels, the instructors are expertly helpful and legitimately care about your personal progression, and the facility itself is equally high-quality. If youre thinking about learning BJJ, come to Alpha!

Great facilities, friendly people, solid workouts and they won’t try to sell you a membership.I’m in college and wanted to train somewhere over Winter break, but many gyms won’t allow a single month membership. Tad, the owner of the gym, was very lenient and accommodating.

My 4 year old daughter asks to come to class everyday since she enjoys the classes so much! Great group to be a part of! The coaches are great with the kids and they learn so much from beginning to advance skills! Highly recommended!

This gym was beyond welcoming when we arrived in Virginia looking for a new gym to call home away from home. The owners Ben and Tad have huge hearts and care about you and your family. Vaji and Tad are very knowledgeable in the sport and have a real laid back, funny personality which makes you feel comfortable to be around. If you or you someone you know is looking to be apart of something special I highly recommend this gym.

I Cannot say enough good things about Alpha BJJ, especially the people there. My 8 year old son and I started a few months ago with zero experience and expectations. Starting with the kids classes, I was impressed by the number of tenured and highly skilled students but most importantly the instructors. My kid comes home everyday gushing about Tad, Ben and the new friends hes made. The level of respect the kids show each other regardless of their skill or belt level I felt truly reflects the essence of Jiu jitsu. Ive seen older higher belts patiently encourage and work with my son and thats exactly the level of respect I wanted him to learn. A few months into his training I can already see a major shift in his confidence and focus. As for me, coming in as an adult in my 30s was a huge personal challenge. If I can offer one word of advice: check your ego at the door and prepare to be humbled in the best way possible. The sport will test you physically and mentally but along the way something clicks and that helplessness becomes empowerment and youll have the most supportive team of people helping you along the way. The bonds and friendships you make in such a short period of time is like nothing Ive experienced before. Someone once told me the Jiu jitsu world is like a cult and I couldnt agree more cause Im drinking the Kool-aid hard!

Great rolls and excellent instruction. I met Tad, the instructor, at a couple local tournaments and came off as a chill dude who knew what he was talking about. Decided to stop by and train to get some new looks in rolling. Ive been training/competing in BJJ for about 4 years and felt like each roll at Alpha was a tough and grinding roll that helped my game progress. The training partners were pleasant and seemed to help students who were just starting out without hesitation. I recommend this school for young & old (excellent kids program though) and for people who are just starting out in BJJ to people who have been rolling for a while. I will definitely be dropping in for future rolls. OSS.

Im biased because I teach here! But I really, really like this place 🤷🏼‍♂️

My kids have been attending Alpha BJJ for 1.5 years now after a friend referred us here. Coach Tad and ALL the instructors are awesome. They focus on teaching good techniques but dont forget about having fun while doing it!

Alpha is a positive, structured, safe and supportive environment for kids to learn this sport. The instructors are skilled and take the time to teach and reinforce each skill until the students are able to perform them well. Our children play multiple sports and the experience here has been nothing, but positive. That isn’t always the case with youth sports these days. If you’re looking for a place for jiu jitsu, Alpha is where to go.

Alpha is a great academy! Hard training, expert instruction and awesome people. Tad has done a terrific job with the kids program. Also, Garret (Vaji) is a immensely talented black belt and goes above and beyond to ensure students grasp the material taught in the advanced class.If you’re in the area definitely make a stop here, I was very satisfied with the training.

Great place for all ages. Kids love the coaches. They have different skills levels.

Great coaching, great interaction, great price. Coach Tad is wonderful with children while not putting up with crazy antics, even from the 4 to 5 class. We have 4 children enrolled and they all love it.

Great program and amazing coaches. Everyone is super friendly and both the kids and adult classes are perfect for all levels.

I moved to the area last summer. I was visiting several jiu jitsu schools. Alpha has it all. Great facility, great instructors, zero intimidation, truley a grouo of jiu jitsu lovers. I found my new home. Thank you Alpha family!

I highly recommend this BJJ gym if you’re serious about learning the most effective techniques from the best. Tad has been a great coach and he always let us understand why we do specific moves by going over the details step by step. Even if you are a beginner or an advanced BJJ competitor, you should check this gym out and meet Alpha jiu jitsu family.

The womens only class was my main reason for joining Alpha! Marysia is a phenomenal instructor and is a very patient teacher but will also not let you get away with sloppy technique or form. There is a lot of drilling, a lot of time to work the technique and questions are always welcomed and answered. I appreciate that about the instructors! The womens only class is a very welcoming environment and safe place to learn Jiu jitsu.

Coach Tad and his team are running an excellent program that focuses on expert instruction for pupils of all levels. Instructors are top notch. They take the time needed to work with kids with grace and courtesy. We recommend this program 110%!

Absolutely would recommend this place to anyone and especially to someone who wants their kids to learn jiu jitsu. Tad is one of the best kid instructors in the area... he makes it fun. He even teaches 4 (even younger) year olds which requires A LOT of patience and planning... as kids this age dont just sit still. All of the kids have lots of fun while being kids and learning good jiu jitsu.Adults are not overlooked either! Abmar and Vaji provide solid classes and very very knowledgable

Wish I could give it 10 stars. I love this team and the environment they have created. Whether you have no athletic background or have been a competitive athlete most of your life. Alpha BJJ is an awesome place to develop a BJJ game, challenge yourself, and have a blast doing it. Cant say enough positive things about the instructors, owners, and teammates at Alpha.

I was desperately in search of a place to start my 5yo in BJJ. It is a skill and art that will serve her for her entire life. Alpha BJJ and Coach Tad are fantastic instructors that have patience, knowledge, and enthusiasm that made Alpha the best possible choice. Bonus: they have a great community of adults and classes that train, so I get to learn too!

Our family has really enjoyed Alpha jiu Jitsu! It’s been over 8 months since we started. I do the women’s only class on Fridays and I love it! Coach Marysia is the best, literally! She does such a great job at teaching us and giving us the little details to help us achieve success with our submission, sweeps and passes! So thankful to have her as my coach! 💗My youngest is in the 4-5 yr old class, I have three in the fundamental class and my oldest does the advanced classes as well. I can’t stress enough how important it is for the kids to have beginner and advanced classes. It was one of the main factors we came to Alpha! I believe it is essential to help the kids improve and stay focused. All the coaches are incredible and do an excellent job at keeping the kids engaged and disciplined during class! My husband has just recently started the adult classes, and I have joined him as his drilling partner! :) So fun to do together! 👍🏼I love the fact that we are able to learn jiu Jitsu as a family! And that is possible at Alpha due to the affordable prices! If your looking for great coaches, great families, great kids, great prices, great Jiu Jitsu program; then look no further. Alpha BJJ is the place for you! 👊🏼❤️

Ive taken my kids to a couple jiu jitsu schools in the area and i can say this is the best place for kids. My kids have learned more here and had more fun doing it than anywhere else.

Alpha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has a myriad of great reasons to join: great people and instructors, large amount of mat space, and attention to cleanliness. Whether you are looking for yourself or your children, the academy offers plenty of training partners and unrivaled instruction.

This is a great, clean gym to practice. I had a blast at the womens class that is led by highly skilled professor Maria Malyjasiak. I would recommend this gym to anyone looking to further their brazilian jiujitsu experience or try for their first time. You can find bjj practitioners at a variety of levels, making your training valuable and always challenging! Alpha BJJ 4 lyfe!!

There is no better environment for your child and you to learn martial arts in the area!They have only great instructors with lots of experience! Lots of mat space as well!Come check it out!

Great gym! Super clean, and awesome instruction.

The instructors at Alpha bjj are amazing. They really make you feel like youre at home there. The black belt instructor Vaji is very knowledgeable and always gives you little details to help you become more sucessful. I highly recommend this school if youre looking for a good group of people to roll with.

Ive been training at Alpha for the past year and I absolutely love the instruction and atmosphere. I highly recommend it to anyone in the area.

Great place to train! The academy is clean and beautiful. The coaches/owners are great people. The training partners are awesome to be around. Tad, Ben and Vaji have done a great job fostering a welcoming atmosphere. You’Lo definitely learn some jiu jitsu, but the cooler part is the great friends you’ll make.

Tad is a great jiu-jitsu teacher who has tons of experience working with kids. He is willing to customize his teaching style to best fit the personality and progress of the kids he works with. Definitely check it out!

Tad and his group of instructors are one of the best instructors and accomplished competitors in the area. I was very happy to hear that their knowledge and ability to teach is being spread to the youth in Alpha jiujitsu. They care about their students and push them to be their best on and off the mat. In addition to the high level intruction, the positive vibe in Alpha is a welcoming environment for those that are new to JiuJitsu and those seasoned practitioners that are looking to grow in the sport and in self defense. I look forward to coming in more and learning at Alpha

Top notch training regiment, instruction, and the location is great. Ive trained with Tad at the gym and on my own personal time and can tell you he cares about your jiu jitsu. When one person excels, everyone in the gym excels, right?Personal attention will be given if your technique is in need, unlike a lot of other gyms that show a technique a few times and hope you retain the information. The instructors will also roll with the students during sparring, which can help improve your game one roll at a time! Come try it out and I bet you will love the facility, training environment, and family atmosphere that this gym provides. See you on the mats! Oss!

In addition to terrific instruction for youth and adults just starting out, it is excellent for youth with more experience who feel they have hit a plateau. If your child is getting bored with learning the same basic submissions and escapes, etc., consider having him or her tryout the advanced class offered.

Awesome training, great environment, laid back coaches, no pressure sales.

Do you want to train at a top notch gym with world class black instruction? Then Aplha BJJ is the place for you.Let me start by saying, I absolutely love this place. I have been training in MMA and BJJ on and off for 10 years now. Alpha embodies everything I want in a training environment. Firstly the facility is clean. Secondly the instruction is great for all experience levels. Thirdly the environment is inviting and friendly.It is pretty rare to walk into a place and instantly feel like you belong there, this is one of those places. The coaches take the time to articulate how and why to use the techniques being taught. They teach the pros and the cons of each position and how they can be implemented in your martial arts repertoire. The students are courteous and humble never allowing “ego” to trump good training practices.Alpha has a very strong youth program that is great for all ages. The classes are excellent for both boys and girls and with the advanced classes three times a week the opportunity for student growth is exponential. As a father of three it always gets expensive to do extracurricular sports activities as a family, Alpha offers discounts for multiple family members. I have been to other facilities and trained at most of the other gyms in our area. In my opinion Alpha and it’s affilates are head and shoulders above the other facilities in our area.If you want to signifigantly improve your ground game in a highly competitive and friendly environment, Alpha BJJ and its affiliates are the only choice in my opinion.

Tad was a very welcoming instructor and made the workout fun

Very welcoming, amazing instructors, and really incredible students.

Awesome gym with awesome people!