Very nice and family orientated business. Im happy that I chose this place for my daughter. Andrew is such a great teacher. My daughter has Language Impairment and has a hard time learning but he was very patient and understanding. Sadly, I moved away and my daughter can no longer attend but I am very grateful and happy with the outcome. Theyre very friendly, professional, nurturing, and kind. I highly recommend this place!

Coming to Valhalla has been the highlight of my day for over a year and a half. Andrew, the students, the positive energy, and the gym itself all make for a place you can find personal growth that you can’t get just anywhere.I’ve consistently found different kinds of self improvement by training striking, grappling, and FMA here, along with so many others. The way you can improve with your peers here makes for a way to have a better quality of life inside, and outside of the gym. You can’t find that at just any gym.

I would definitely recommend Valhalla to any parent looking for a martial arts class for your child. My daughter started when she was 4 and now she is 8 and still loves coming to Valhalla in the afternoons. Andrew is incredibly patient with the children and finds the perfect balance between teaching and playing. Valhalla is very clean and everyone treats you like family. Its a wonderful atmosphere for children to learn and grow.

Love this dojo. Great instructors,outstanding instructions,and a band of brothers that are great to work out 2ith!

Been training here for a little over a year now and Ive got nothing but good things to say. Andrew is a great coach who knows what hes talking about and knows how to teach it. Everyone Ive trained with here has been accepting and friendly to new people. Again, its just a great place to train for all sorts of people, so if youre thinking about training martial arts then this is the place to go

My two boys look forward to their classes every week! Andrew goes above and beyond to ensure students learn valuable lessons both physically and mentally, and it is amazing to watch them develop their skills. It has transformed their lives in so many ways. Joining Valhalla was one of the best decisions I ever made. Best place and best people!

Coming to Valhalla is always the highlight of my day! I love to get in the gym and train! Very welcoming and professional!

My son goes here. He has learned so much from the teacher. Would highly recommend this for any kid that has high energy such as my child. Can not say enough good things about Andrew.

Great place to train when working in town. Instructor and students are really nice and awesome to work with. You work at your own pace and everyone is experienced on helping you out. Whenever I work in the Fredericksburg area again, I’ll definitely be stopping by to train again. Thanks again guys!

Most of his work is fake especially JKD, Savate, and Filipino sticks and knife. Be aware of the scam!

This school is amazing and really helps martial artists grow and develop, not only with skill and technique, but mentally as well. Training here has boosted my confidence in my own abilities, and given me the tools to better myself as a person, too. The instructor, Andrew, provided me with these tools when I doubted myself, especially when competing. He is by far one of the best, and I highly recommend anyone wanting to train martial arts to train here.

My sons have attended Muay Thai and BJJ classes at Valhalla for the last 2+ years. The classes are very instructive, fun, and have helped to instill a sense of discipline and dedication in the boys. Since the COVID lockdown ended, they are more excited than ever to get back to the gym and train with Coach Andrew!

I’ve been training here for a year and a half and I really love it. Some schools can be a little cliquey, but I have never experienced that here. All of the students are just great people who want to help you get better and Andrew gives his attention to each student. If you are thinking about training and concerned about your abilities or being judged, you have nothing to worry about here. Andrew and his students want to make every new student comfortable and help them succeed.

Ive been going to Valhalla for over year. Its probably one of the best things that Ive ever done. Its also one of the best parts of my day. The instructor is very professional and an excellent coach and mentor. The facility is very clean and the staff is so friendly they make you feel like part of the family.The classes are a fantastic workout. Andrew challenges and motivates you to want to work hard. I have met some great people since joining. As a personal trainer and fitness professional for over 15 years the level of instruction cant be beat. I love Valhalla!!!

Welcoming atmosphere, good instruction and helpful.

A really good place to train.... I have been training here for about 8 months, just entered my first BJJ tournament and did pretty well. The Professor (Andrew) is a great instructor and mentor. The school is clean, everyone is nice and it is a top notch place to train. Being that it is a smaller school, Andrew teaches all the classes, so you are always learning from a black belt who is legit.... I highly recommend you give Valhalla a try if you are looking to start training!

Excellent instruction and a very positive and supportive environment. Ive been attending classes for over a year and feel amazing. Ive lost over 40lbs and have a ton more energy. If you want to learn how to defend yourself and get into great shape and have fun this is your place.

Valhalla Martial Arts is a great place to learn no matter your background in mma. Andrew makes learning easy and fun. The people taking part are welcoming and willing to help beginners! I totally recommend coming in and trying things out. The striking program is outstanding!

If youre looking for an awesome place to train in the martial arts look no further. This school is the bees knees! Striking, grappling, weapons, you name it they teach it. When I started back in 2014 I felt like a deer in the headlights. But thanks to the expert (and patient) instruction Ive received, I have come a long way. So again, if youre in the market to train martial arts from experienced teachers who really care about seeing there students succeed then Valhalla is the place to be.

Excellent facility and instruction. Whether you are just begining or have trained for a while, Valhalla is a welcoming environment where you can learn various styles of martial arts. Andrews instruction style is one that breaks things down for beginners, while maintaining complexity for more experienced students. Great place to train!

I have been attending Valhalla for about 10 months and my experience there has been absolutely amazing. The head of the academy Andrew Heatwole is very knowledgeable in everything he teaches and he is very good at explaining the concepts to all levels of students. The community at the academy is also another highlight. Other members of the classes encourage and help you which creates a very supportive environment. At Valhalla the quality of what you learn is very high. I feel as though I am not only learning, but also getting a very good workout. Sometimes a martial arts gym can feel very exclusive or intimidating, but that is not the case at Valhalla, staff and students are very welcoming and going to Martial Arts has easily become a highlight of my night. If you are considering studying a form of martial arts for any reason, Valhalla is the place to go.

I found an immediate sense of community and friendship with the people at this school!I initially wanted to try out Jiu-jitsu but soon came to love Muay Thai / Savate Kickboxing and (FMA) Filipino Martial Arts. I have come to find out that studying this art is a never-ending pursuit that only becomes intriguing as time moves forward. It’s a way of maintaining physical fitness, flexibility but most importantly, self-defense. Its activity that promotes friendship, a spiritual path, and most of all, it’s simply just a lot of fun!The head instructor, Andrew is patient, highly skilled and uniquely talented with his knowledge of the arts. I have really appreciated Andrew’s patience in helping me focus and develop my skills.The classes are open to all levels of ability and designed to promote personal growth and a sense of fellowship. I would recommend and encourage anyone, regardless of age or physical ability to give it a try — and I can think of no better group of people to pursue this art with than the members of Valhalla Academy of Martial Arts!

Valhalla is a positive atmosphere surrounded by good people with patience and kindness. Professor Andrew is a great instructor who breaks down everything step by step to insure everyone understands his teaching. I would recommend Valhalla to all ages and skill levels.

I only started about a year ago, but I absolutely love Valhalla. It is phenomenal. I have learned so much in the time Ive been there, and Ive had SUCH a great time. The school itself is clean and easy to get to. Andrew is wonderfully knowledgable and professional. He is patient without being coddling, instructive without being condescending, and pushes you when you need to be pushed. Really knows his stuff. Couldnt ask for a better teacher, or a better school. I have met such fantastic people there who really foster a great environment of friendly competition. I literally recommend it to everyone.

I have been to three different martial arts schools in the past year. I have been taught by many different teaching styles and Andrew Heatwoles style of teaching has been the best by far. He breaks down everything step by step and ensures that each student has a strong grasp on each move/submission that was taught. He is more than willing to stop and answer questions and will also help you if he sees that you are not grasping the move properly. Everytime he steps on the mats you can see how much passion and love he has for each class he teaches. By far the best martial arts school in the area, if not the whole east coast.

My nieces, nephews and I have been attending Valhalla for almost six months now and we absolutely love it. Its a family run business and thats how they treat you and your family.Wether you are looking for fitness or self defense, Valhalla is the right place for yourself or your family.

I LOVE this place! My best friend and I joined together over six months ago and were complete and total addicts. You cannot find an instructor better than Andrew in the Fredericksburg/Spotsy area -- hes got the experience, passion and, gratefully, the patience. The striking program is totally comprehensive and really fun, as is the weapons self-defense course (Filipino Martial Arts). Everyone else is great, too -- the staff and the other students -- because theyre all friendly and encouraging.I already have and will continue to recommend this place to my friends, family, and random strangers. If all youre looking for is a workout, youll definitely get that here. But if youre dedicated, youll get that and so much more. Valhalla cant be beat!

This school is awesome! The instructors, Andrew and Jason are very knowledgeable, skilled, professional, and motivating. Both my daughter and I greatly enjoy learning FMA and kickboxing from them and plan to continue with this school indefinitely.

Had the opportunity to meet the owner, Mr. Andrew Heatwole, at a martial arts venue. Impressed by all that his school has to offer and how he took his time to educate me on the various martial arts styles that he teaches since they are of interest to me. He helped motivate me to encourage the other men and women I work with in the fire department to also take martial arts. We are often the first to respond to an emergency which means we can be exposed to danger even before the police are. Anyone who is any type of emergency responder or in the military should consider some sort of martial arts training so that they can be better prepared for the unknowns that we face on the job. Greatly appreciated learning about Valhalla Academy of Martial Arts in Fredericksburg, meeting Mr. Heatwole, and learning how important martial arts can be not only to personal growth and development, but how it can benefit a person professionally. I highly recommend checking out his school.

Its a amazing place to learn how to fight...I have been there mauy Thai and now a green belt...this helps me a lot

Amazing martial arts studio been training ten plus years at multiple gyms and Valhalla is easily my favorite, u feel very welcomed from the time u walk in tell u leave, plus theirs all sorts of different skill levels To challange ur self, definitely turning into a home for me

My husband goes here for jiu jitsu, wrestling, and some kick boxing. He mainly does the jiu jitsu and wrestling. It has taught him so much in the martial art and in life in general. He has definitely learned humility. He had learned brute strength isnt all there is. He is learning how to stay focused and how to think to his next move (which is teaching him how to think ahead) I am so grateful he has found @Valhalla Academy of Martial Arts in Fredericksburg Va

I, unfortunately, no longer attend Valhalla due to my cancer diagnosis and requiring chemo off and on for life. The Valhalla community and The Heatwole family provided me with the support I needed during a very difficult time in my life. I wish it had worked out to stay, but my physical condition procluded me from doing so. Valhalla offers 6 month contracts which benefited me due to my health issues not allowing me to continue. Other martial arts schools require 12 month contracts. The owner/head instructors brother, Jason, assists at the school. It was cool to know that even though he was serving the community as a career firefighter, he took an interest in helping out at his brothers business since he also has a passion for martial arts. I found the owner/head instructor, Andrew, to be professional, courteous, helpful, an excellent instructor, detail oriented in his teaching style, patient, outgoing, and highly motivating. He is knowledgeable in multiple martial arts styles, such as, Savate, Muay Thai kickboxing, Bruce Lees Jeet Kune Do, Filipino Martial Arts (Kali, Arnis, Escrima), Combat Submission Wrestling, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He encouraged taking the classes for fitness, health benefits, self defense, just for fun, and/or for the opportunity to compete based on what your personal preference is. I valued Andrews support and guidance at the time since he is a pediatric cancer survivor and could relate to my situation. I highly recommend Valhalla and the atmosphere that The Heatwole brothers have created. It allows you to become more confident, patient, insightful, and happier which will benefit you in all aspects of your life and make for more positive interactions with those you come across in your every day life.

Fun & challenging experience. Very friendly environment where anyone can come to learn & train

My family and I have been attending classes here for over a year. My daughter enjoyed both classes they offered and cant wait to start again. Ive been taking the BJJ and CSW classes here a few nights a week. This is not the stereotypical mma gym you normally hear about. Everyone is friendly and more than willing to help you through whatever your having trouble with. And its CLEAN! Coach Andrew and his family have truly made this place the perfect place to train martial arts in the Fredericksburg area

Valhalla is an important role in my life. Brazilian jiu jitsu jas taught me discipline and the true meaning of sport. I started with having no idea of this incredible sport to an abundace of knowledge amd still learning. My first tournament experience i came home with no medals bit thanks to andrews knowledge and lots of training i am proud to say i come home with gold medals. Most importantly the pride of achieving. Each one has its own memory. No matter how tough of a life you may have. Paradise truly takes place the second you set foot on the mat. The atmosphere, the fellowship and joy is what makes valhalla what it is and will always be. I will always consider it my second home and would recommend it to everyone i get the chance to.

Visited this school for a couple weeks. Very welcoming, great instruction, lots of tough guys to roll with.

Not a good experience. poor teaching standards. Would not recommend.

Awesome martial arts gym! I love Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai, and they offer both of those and more. What I particularly appreciate is the lack of big egos that plague a lot of BJJ and MMA-type gyms. Andrew and Jason are both very methodical and patient martial artists and instructors, yet also push you to encourage development. The positive environment has me leave the gym not only feeling accomplished, but also like I had a good time. My only complaint is that I dont have more discretionary time in my day to attend the gym more regularly.Oh, almost forgot to mention the cleanliness. As someone who has had several bouts with ringworm, I appreciate the clean mats and overall gym cleanliness.

I have been going to Valhalla for almost 8 months and have loved the experience. Andrew is a great teacher, and takes time with everyone. There is not just endless punches and kicks in the Striking class like some schools, but applicable sequences, combos and counters. All of the students are really friendly, and are there to learn not just to kick someone else really hard. I have my brother attending with me, and am constantly recommending it to others. Its affordable, and Andrew makes it easy if you are interested in more than one program (Muay Thai, BJJ, FMA, CSM, etc.).

Ive been enrolled at Valhalla Academy of Martial Arts since late 2014, and have nothing but positive things to say about it. Professor/Coach Andrew Heatwole (owner/head instructor) teaches grappling, striking, and weapons arts, in a way that breaks down sometimes very complex techniques, into easily understood pieces. Andrew and the staff at Valhalla are extremely friendly, and will bend over backwards to help you improve yourself at whatever art you choose to learn. If you show interest/dedication in the style you choose to train in, Andrew will invest in you above and beyond what he has to just to see you improve. Because of this I believe Im farther along in regards to skill than I would have been had I enrolled someplace were that wasnt commonplace. When compared to local competitors cost-wise, Valhallas rates cant be beat. If youre interested in Brazilian Jui-jitsu, Muay Thai/Savate, or Filipino Martial Arts, its absolutely worth checking out.

Professor / Coach / Kru Andrew is a phenomenal instructor who started training over 13 years ago and never looked back. His knowledge of Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Submission Wrestling & Self Defense are amazing and are based on years of competition and working with legendary coaches ranging from a Navy Seal on Seal team 6, world champions, & Martial Art legends. If you are in the Fredricksburg area I can not suggest him enough. Hes the real deal and will change your life.

My son has been going here for a couple of months or so now. It has been great. Mr. Andrew is a GREAT teacher. The programs they do there are phenomenal. I consider myself pretty educated in MMA in general and they are really achieving the goals I wanted for my son. First off I wanted to make sure he was having fun, If he wasnt having fun we werent going to sign up or at worst we would quit - and thanks to the free trial my son got a good taste and in 30 minutes he was ready to sign up. We never looked back. Second was to teach him respect and actually get educated in BJJ ( Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ) and Muay Thai Boxing. In my mind these are the foundation of MMA in its current form. Andrew really looks after his other students as well. If they are training to compete or just coming in for fitness, it’s a pleasure to see how he is with them. The offer a bunch of other classes and if I had time I would be signing myself up.

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