The best place to train Jiu Jitsu in Richmond! This is the gym for you if you’re seeking to learn high-level bjj from the beginner to experienced level, covering fundamental techniques and positions with understandable instruction. Seph and Nora are hospitable to all who visit and train at Upstream!

Fantastic place to train. Very friendly training partners, fantastic instructors, and a great place to work hard and have a lot of fun. I can not recommend this place enough if you desire to learn brazilian jiujitsu.

Seph is a great instructor. He breaks down each move with easy to understand details and puts each move into context of when you’d do it. Classes are small enough that most students can get some individual attention and ask questions. Everyone is super friendly too. It’s a great gym to train at!

Visited when in the area for work. Very much enjoyed the class and the staff are welcoming. Instruction is top notch. They don’t have a shower though, so be sure to plan ahead.

I love this place and so does my kid. They are awesome instructors, they are able to manage a busy class and focus on every kid. That is a big deal considering due to the size most places would leave some kids out. They split the kids in a pair of twos and monitor them until they get the moves, which I like because it forces my kid to keep on trying. This is our first month and I already see a change in my kid, when doing homework so doesnt quit until she gets it right. This is definitely building character.

The best place to train bjj.Seph and all other coaches are very knowledgeable and kind.I am at a beginner level, all the team are always very patient and nice!!Plus, its super fun !! =)I love upstream family. Highly recommend.

In town for work and was trying to find a good academy to train at. Was very impressed immeadiately with the knowledge of the instructors and how helpful and detailed they were. Been training over 9 years and its always nice when traveling to find a top notch school. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a good school to train at when in Richmond.

Seph is a great instructor and the atmosphere is awesome! Great bjj gym for beginners and those whove been in the game a long time. A ton of classes to choose from weekly make it hard to make excuses for not showing up.

Our child attends Upstream BJJ in Richmond VA and is completely taken. He’s four and a half year old and initially felt nervous and shy in the group environment, however Coaches Seph and Nora were brilliant at easing him in with enthusiasm and space for giggles. As parents, we appreciate the new found interest in listening, focusing, and of course, the quick bedtimes! Beyond that, it’s in a great central location, so when you feel like your kids were especially good in class, you can always walk around the corner to many of Richmond’s best eateries.

Ive been taking my daughter to the kids class now for the past year and shes loved it. Coach Seph and coach Nora are very knowledgeable and have been outstanding instructors. Ive been raving about them to my coworkers. Whether youre a beginner or experienced, or just want to see your kids in a disciplined sport, give these guys a look. Highly recommend!

Fantastic gym for both beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Very welcoming with a good balance between drilling and rolling. Plentiful Daytime and evening classes.

I dropped in when in town and was welcomed with open arms. Seph is not only a world class BJJ black belt but a top notch teacher. I would recommend this spot to all locals interested in getting involved in BJJ. Cant wait to get back in town and drop in again. Thanks for the hospitality.

When I first started BJJ, I trained under Seph Smith. I gotta say to this day, he is probably the best instructor I have ever trained under. His knowledge of BJJ seems endless and he always made me feel welcomed in class. He was always very easy to talk to and ask questions. Whether you live in the area or are passing through, I highly recommend stopping into Upstream BJJ.

Overall this place seems like a great place to train and I would recommend it to anyone in the area. I stopped by for a drop in class while in Richmond for work and have mostly good things to say about it and a couple nitpicks. They were very welcoming, laid back, had good instruction and seemed to have a very good rapport with the kids class that was going on when I first arrived. However, when I first asked the cost for a drop in class I was told $15 then was charged $20 in person. Not a huge deal. But then during class after the instructor demonstrated a move that was new to me, I asked for some guidance and instead of breaking it down for me I was just told to do whatever we were doing before since it was probably too much for me. I’ve been training for 6 months and understand that I’m pretty low on the totem pole, but I feel like if I’m paying $20 for one class a little guidance isn’t asking too much

I dropped in to Upstream to train while on vacation. Seph is as amazing instructor and all around great guy. In addition to the top notch instruction we were treated like part of the team and felt welcome from the moment we walked through the door.

I had an amazing time here!! Everyone was super friendly and helpful. The gym was immaculate and has a warm welcoming vibe. If you ever get the chance, check these guys out you wont be disappointed

I first trained with Seph at 50/50. He is an amazing instructor, with some phenomenal knowledge. Super friendly and chill group of people. Awesome place to train. Not the place to go if youd like to learn from an affliction wearing juice head.

Was visiting from Alaska. Upstream BJJ was extremely accommodating to this avid traveler. The location is great, the training is high level, and overall it was a very fun experience. I know that whenever I Im in Richmond again, I want to train there.I would recommend taking at least one class from Seph Smith. You might just get hooked 😜

I love training at Upstream! Seph and Nora provide a welcoming atmosphere and the instruction is top notch. The culture of the gym is very laid back and all members have a no ego approach during drilling. Im a huge believer in this gym and the owners and look forward to many years of progression in my juijitsu journey.

If youre in the Richmond area and looking for a BJJ home, youd be missing out if you did not at least check out Upstream. The first day I walked in I immediately felt welcome despite being an old dude. Seph is a great teacher with a unique balance of patience and expectation for his students. The classes are well planned and there is clearly a long term structure to his planning as there exists a clear flow from week to week tying in various techniques and positions together. There is an atmosphere of teamwork present that I havent seen an equal to since high school wrestling. I know all the guys I roll with and each one quick to give a word of encouragement or correction helping me to improve at BJJ. Upstream is a place for top shelf instruction with personal attention, great training partners, marathon rolls, open mat, and quality jams during class.

I came to Seph and Nora with zero martial arts experience and no athletic background. After my first class I knew Id be joining the gym! The atmosphere at Upstream is amazing, which helped quiet my anxieties and insecurities. If youre looking for a way to push yourself, mind and body--this is the place to be!

I had the pleasure of having Seph as an instructor at fifty/50 and he was nothing short of excellent. He has always been very technical and will explain the mechanism and theory behind each techniques. Ive enjoyed all his classes and would recommend.

I love this place! Its very clean. The instructors are knowledgable and proficient. Great price, good vibes, nice people. They really made me feel welcome and a part of the team despite my lack of experience and poor physical shape. I learned a lot and hope to be back someday in the near future.

Im a guy who trains mostly while traveling. I first met Steph when he was at 50/50 and really liked his style. He runs a good place and hes a very good instructor!

I travel for work and roll at different gyms every week. This gym was great. Awesome instructor and a very friendly atmosphere. Go train here!

My wife and I did the free week trial and signed up within a day of the free week. Seph and Nora are amazing to work with. Everyone else is very friendly and are very patient with beginners who come in. If you want to test the waters of BJJ and meet some amaizing hardworking people, you will not be disappointed at Upstream.

Seph runs an outstanding program in a family friendly, ego free environment. Cant thank him enough for all of the extra mat time. If youre a beginner all you have to do is SHOW UP!!

I have known Seph for over 10+ years. He is an excellent instructor that makes learning fun, his school Upstream Bjj is great for any caliber of ground karate practitioner. The guys and gals at Upstream will make you feel at home and you will get top quality no BS training.

Some people are good teachers, some people are good competitors, and then youve got guys like Seph who are both. You wont hear him brag, but if your his student youll constantly hear from other students at other schools how lucky you are to be learning from him, and theyre absolutely right.

Seph is, hands down, one of the best black belts that I have trained with. It is one thing to be a legitimate BJJ practitioner, but it is another thing completely to be a good teacher. He is both a great black belt but an excellent instructor as well. Every time I train with Seph the techniques are always easy to understand and I am able to utilize them on the mat almost instantly. Great coach, if youre not training with him youre missing out!

Seph is a great instructor with great guys! Came as a guest, and couldnt have had a better experience. Highly recommend Upstream!!!

Seph was my first BJJ coach and was the guy who introduced me to this wonderful sport. You can hardly find a more knowledgeable instructor or a nicer guy to train under (no matter what level you are).

Best urban store in Richmond. Great customer service and jean selection! I recommend this store to everyone.

I love this place. Seph is great. they always work hard, and teach very well

Upstream is legit. If youre new to JiuJitsu, this is a great place to get started. The folks here are respectful and welcoming. If youve been training for awhile, there is a solid team here that regularly competes , and everyone is pushing each other to get better. I have had a chance to train at a bunch of different schools over the years, and I have seen how different each gym can be. Upstream has found a good balance of top notch jiujitsu instruction, paired with an easy going atmosphere. The workouts are tough, but nobody takes themselves too seriously. Good music, bad jokes, helpful training partners, solid instruction from a respected and decorated Black Belt . Come try a class and see for yourself, youll be glad you did.

Amazing instructor. Introduced me to the sport and is patient and knowledgeable. Highly recommend Seph.

Seph is an excellent instructor, very knowledgeable and an overall great guy. Its always a pleasure to attend classes and seminars.

Seph Smith is an awesome instructor who creates an open and welcoming environment for learning. Great place to train!

High Level Instruction with a welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend for both beginners and more experienced grapplers.

Great instructor with a great teaching style. He keeps it entertaining as well while doing good hard training

As a beginner, what I like about Seph is his attention to detail. No matter what level you are he cares about the quality level of the execution. I always walk away from his classes with something that impacts not only the specific technique, but also my overall game.

I had a privilege to train with Seph for over 5 years when I lived in Northern Virginia and cant recommend Upstream BJJ enough.Seph is a phenomenal instructor who puts a lot of effort into understanding the techniques: 1) learns variations from multiple sources; 2) understands how to make modifications based on individuals physical abilities and style; 3) knows how to transfer his knowledge to his students.On top of that he is a well rounded competitor and genuine good guy.

I went up here for a round of Marathon Rolls and it was awesome the people are friendly the instructor was very welcoming and the rolls were great. If your in RVA or passing thru and need a place to train stop by and check it out for yourself.

Seph is accommodating to everyones abilities regardless of whatever skills they walk in the door with. Although Im new to BJJ Ive had coaches for various other activities and can easily rank Seph towards the top in terms of creating a great environment to learn, compete, and have fun in. Classes run smoothly, questions are encouraged, and moves are skillfully broken down into easy to understand concepts. Great instruction, great people.

Seph is a great guy and a very knowledgeable instructor! He definitely knows his stuff and highly recommend Upstream to anybody!

Ive trained at Upstream BJJ on 2 diffrent trips up from Canada. Amazing experiences each time in every way! From the welcoming Atmosphere to the facility and ofcourse the instruction! Its one of the best place ive ever trained at. Your game will reach new heights training there!

Ive had the privilege to train under Seph Smith and receive a few private lessons. His attention to detail and technical approach to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is exceptional. A very welcoming instructor and business owner. Cant recommend Upstream enough!

Seph is an outstanding instructor! Upstream is a very welcoming and clean environment! Very high level Jiu-Jitsu is taught here with an instructor that can break down the techniques in a way that beginners and advanced students can always walk away learning something. If you are in the area check them out!

This gym is great. Nice instruction and great workout with awesome people.

Our daughter is loving it! Seph and his team of instructors are fantastic! Highly recommend!

Trained with Seph years ago, hes an extremely talented instructor and all around cool dude with fantastic Jiu_Jitsu. Consider yourself fortunate to have access to such great teacher and get down to Upstream BJJ!

I have known Seph for over10 years and he has helped me tremendously in the past to learn and expand my jiu jitsu. He was always willing to share his time, advice, technique and even a place to crash so I could train. Also if you hang around him and he doesnt make you laugh, you probably dont have a sense of humor!

Great place and great instruction, 10/10 would train there again!

I was fortunate to be able to train with Seth at 50/50. His jiujisu is top notch. If I lived in Richmond Id definetly go to Upstream Bjj.

Best place to train in Richmond,VA! Everyone is welcoming and Seph is an amazing teacher.

I had the privilege of training under Seph and in my view his brilliance as a jiu-jitsu practitioner/instructor is surpassed only by his wonderful sense of humor and good nature. You wont be disappointed!

Seph is an amazing instructor and everyone should be going to train with him.

Awesome place to train and grow your jiu jitsu. Seph is very welcoming and there isnt a better instructor out there

Richmond, you are so fortunate to have Seph! Seph is a thorough, technical, and dedicated instructor. His wealth of knowledge goes on forever. He is super lay back, funny, but does not wastes your time. When he teaches, you will not just learn a move, but you will be able to comprehend why and how it actually works. It takes a special type of person to be a good instructor, and Seph definitely has that gift. If you are thinking on getting into BJJ, or just want to take your game to a higher level, give the Sloth a shot, you will not regret it.

Great instruction. Seph is super legit in his own jiu jitsu, but has also taught a lot of really tough competitors.Environment is really welcoming and friendly. Some martial arts schools have reputations for being overly formal, and that environment wouldve lessened my enjoyment of BJJ. At Upstream, people are trying to grow improve and help their teammates do the same.

Ive been training bjj for 18 years and still look to Seph for his technical expertise. He is a passionate instructor who can help anyone of any experience level reach their jiu-jitsu goals.

Great instruction from one of the coolest and knowledgeable coaches in jiu-jitsu. Sephs sense of humor makes classes fun. But mostly, his understanding of the techniques and willingness to break them down is what makes him a great teacher.

Not only does Seph have a wealth of technical knowledge and experience to share, he creates one of the most fun training environments i have ever been in.

Seph offers the highest level of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction in the Richmond area in a school with a great vibe. While he is renowned for his broad knowledge of techniques and ability to convey information so well, he is above all else a very caring and kind hearted person - something that cannot be found in every BJJ gym. I believe if you are looking for an academy in Richmond that this should be your first stop!

I learned from Seph for a couple years when he taught in Northern Virginia. Seph is a great instructor and a fun person to be around. I loved his classes; always learned and always laughed.Since Seph moved, I have traveled to Richmond many times specifically to train at Upstream BJJ. I would recommend this place to anyone.

I started my BJJ journey training under Seph and trained with him up to blue belt before he went down to Richmond to start Upstream. I still try to train at Upstream any time I am in town because he is such an amazing teacher. Seph has a truely world class ability to teach and spends a lot of time connecting the details of specific techniques with high level global concepts. Technique and Art combined. Another thing I think is fantastic about his school is that Seph is really approachable and cool to talk to about pretty much anything. That personality reflects in the school as well as students as well. Ive never felt like an outsider at Upstream, even though I am usually rolling with peope for the first time when I drop in. However, the guys I have rolled with are also tough competition and you will get good rolls in. If you get the chance you should train at Upstream.

I was apprehensive about my first bjj class and I couldnt be happier with my experience at upstream. Seph is a great instructor with a lot of patience and metaphors for the techniques he teaches. I have been practicing for a few months and I believe this is a sport where your initial experience makes all the difference. Brazilian jiu-jitsu has boosted my self-confidence and what better way is there for a woman (or anyone!) to feel better about herself than to know she can defend herself. Thank you Seph and Nora!

I love Seth Smith and his style jiujitsu, he was the first jiujitsu super match i saw when i just started training and at my 3d competition Us grappling, i watched him and Ryan Hall flow drill and roll that was 2012, it was amazing so i always wanted my jiujitsu to look like that, since than we became friends and i have been to his seminar on leg locks it showed me so many details and changed my game completely! also if you are never tried brazilian jiu-jitsu and live in Richmond VA area. thats definitely the place to train at.

Seph Smith (UpStream BJJ) is definitely a knowledgeable and experienced instructor. Really appreciate the time when he and Ryan Hall (50/50 BJJ) came to Fort Campbell (circa 2011) to offer some BJJ insight to enhance some of the ground fighting portion of our Combatives program. His passion for teaching & training BJJ & Wrestling can truly be appreciated for those who are willing to learn. If you are in Richmond, VA, you should check out UpStream BJJ at 207 N. 3rd Street.Don B.,•Retired US Army Green Beret•BJJ & JUDO Black Belt•Instructor Bowen on History Channel TV show The Selection

Likaleemuwah likasumboodie Seph Smith gurd lebelen Upstream BJJ! --Iyam Indafaith

Seph was my very first Brazilians Jiu Jitsu instructor. He is beyond compare when it comes to having an understanding of the techniques he teaches. He is always willing to make sure you understand what is being taught. The environment he fosters in his class is first rate and very inclusive. Honestly, is out any student taught by Seph Smith far ahead of their peers for as highly technical as Sephs instruction is. Not only that, Seph is extremely funny too which helps hold attention during class. If I were living in Richmond, VA, Id still be training under Seph Smith.

Best place in Richmond to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at a high level at the best price.

Seph Smith is not only a fantastic jiu-jitu player and coach but a genuinely great guy.

Seph Smith is an exceptional instructor and a valued coach. His ability to break down positions and explain them to anyone, at any level of Jiu jitsu, from beginner white belt all the way up is a skill by itself. This gym comes highly recommended for anyone wishing to learn the gentle art or for anyone whom wishes to continue their Jiu jitsu journey. Come in and train!

I have been training at Upstream since November 1st of last year, and from the moment I walked in the door I felt at home...everybody in there is super nice to roll and train with, everybody is buddies with one another...Seph Smith has a gift, when it comes to teaching and breaks our instruction down in very careful detail, but how he teaches and simplifies the technique makes it easy for day 1 beginners to catch on...Seph also takes time to answer any questions you may have about any techniques you need help with, I have had a purple belt for a little over 6 months and have a lot of holes in my game, Seph Smith is helping me to fill them and now I am actually starting to feel like a fresh purple belt! If you want true BRAZILAIN JIUJITSU training Upstream is where its at !

I wish there was a way to give Upstream 10 stars. Ive trained at several gyms and this school is by far my favorite. The head instructor, Seph Smith, is a talented and dedicated teacher. After demonstrating a technique, he routinely patrols the mats looking for anyone who is struggling or has any questions. Seph has a real talent for breaking down a technique so that anyone can understand and consistently emphasizes the principles of good technique (posture , balance, using structure rather than strength,etc). He has gone over several techniques that I had learned previously and thought didnt work well (at least for me) and demonstrated a few fine details that make the move much more efficient, so much so that I routinely use them in training now. He also will demonstrate techniques and answer questions after class. In terms of sparring, he routinely rolls with us and will help students who wish to compete get ready for competitions. There are no meatheads at this gym and everyone is there is to learn jiu jitsu and have fun. For example, I have had extensive left knee surgery, and tell my training partners about my knee and they are more than respectful and accommodating. In summary, if you want to start or restart training in BJJ and are located in the RVA, look no further!

I have only positive things to say about Upstream BJJ and its owner, Seph Smith, both when it comes to the overall atmosphere and the quality of his teaching skills. In fact, both aspects are at such a high level that I feel that I should break them up into two separate reviews:Atmosphere/General FeelUpstreamBJJ has a very family-like atmosphere. Sure, you could label this a cliche, and say that every gym enforces a policy with a family vibe, but I stand behind my claim that it is different here. The members are all very close and Seph is very loved as the coach. Its very informal, yet that does not break the structure of a well planned curriculum. Seph doesnt waste time on pointless warm ups or stuff that has no correlation to your Jiu JItsu improvement, he goes straight into the meat and potatoes and starts the class of with a quick intense warm up and starts the drilling right away. He is very friendly and you always have the feeling that you can ask him anything. Seph has a very analytical mindset and is able to break up complicated chunks of information into basic concepts that you can sort of piece together on your own once he gives them to you. Nora, the assistant coach is also very friendly and knows how to get along with people, which makes for a positive atmosphere where you feel like you are in a group of people working towards a common goal, instead of the military boot camp feel a lot of the other academies have. To further bring my point across, I visited his academy all the way from Serbia, knew absolutely nobody in Richmond, and straight off from day one I felt like I had been training there for years. A lot of people can be polite and friendly, but it takes a special kind of person to get you to feel so at home when everything around you is foreign, in the most literal sense. I had a blast training there and will plan my next trip to America to include a lot of training at UpstreamBJJ. The members are all very cool people and were a blast to hang out with.Quality of teachingAs for the second part of my review, I believe that Sephs skills really do not need a purple belt like me to comment them or review them. You can easily find out everything about the level of his jiu jitsu by a simple google search. To put it shortly, Im not even from America, and I knew that there was nobody even close in Richmond and the immediate vicinity. He has taken part in creating the most impressive Jiu Jitsu DVDs alongside Ryan Hall, which have probably had more influence on a lot of peoples games than their academies themselves. Now imagine on of those DVDs which are just a snippet of their knowledge, in live form that can answer any of your questions. Be it passing, guardwork, or simple concepts about Jiu JItsu, the man is an absolute vault, and I felt it first hand when he smashed me over and over again with 0 effort. Trust me, I know enough about grappling to be able to tell when someone is at a wizard like level, and he is one of them, for sure. To be a grappler anywhere near Richmond and not take the opportunity to train at UpstreamBJJ would be at the very least foolish in my opinion.As you can see, I literally cannot say enough positive things about the academy or its coaches. Training there has been one of the most positive experiences of my life, and I recommend it to everyone passing through Richmond.PS. The childrens program is great as well!

Amazing place with a great team atmosphere. Seph is an amazing instructor, and can help anyone regardless of skill level. There are classes offered to fit any time schedule which maximizes individual attention. Couldnt ask for a better place to learn Jiu Jitsu in RVA

If youre looking to start training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, This is the place for you! Upstream BJJ is a fun, friendly, goal oriented atmosphere. It doesnt matter if you have zero experience, or are a BJJ black belt, Coach Seph Smith has the tools to take your game to the next level. He has beginner classes that are great for all skill levels, and advanced classes really push the higher belts to continue improving. After many years of training, I can honestly say that Coach Seph is the most knowledgeable coach I have ever had the pleasure of learning from.

Top notch place to train no matter your Jiu Jitsu goals. Whether for competition, self defense, personal goals etc. This is the place! Good group of people and a highly knowledgable instructor with crudentials to back it. Come in and check it out! Friendly team atmosphere!

An enormous amount of my knowledge of jiu-jitsu is thanks to Sephs instruction. In addition to being a funny, knowledgeable, and friendly person, Seph has a thoughtful style of coaching that makes for enjoyable and useful training. I highly recommend taking advantage of any chance to train with and learn from him.

I walked into Upstream BJJ two months ago with zero athletic or martial arts experience in my life. I was really nervous but knew I had to do something because my lifestyle was killing me. Of course, I was worried that I would be judged or looked down upon but that wasnt the case at all! Every one was really friendly and welcoming, the instructor, Seph, most of all!The beginner class is a heck of a workout and the most fun Ive had trying to do anything physical in my life. Honestly, the hour blinks by. The class starts with some warm ups to get your blood pumping, then Seph demonstrates a technique to work on that evening, and the class finishes with some rolling or sparring. It can be scary your first time rolling with someone but honestly, no one is there to try and hurt you. Its all about learning self defense, no sense in attacking your teammates! The higher belts are the best because theyll go slow and talk you through various things as you roll. Its a great way to learn on the fly.After week one, I was hooked and I havent looked back ever since. Seph pays close attention and gives great personal instruction to each and everyone in the class. Theres even a team facebook page where he provides interesting notes and videos for his students to read and watch when the gym isnt open. I look forward to class every day and never dread going to the gym. The evening classes ensure people with 9-to-5 jobs have plenty of time to get there in the evening. I cant recommend the class enough to anyone looking to learn self defense or just to find something to get them off of their couch (that isnt watching the clock the entire hour while running on a glorified hamster wheel).The first week is free to try out with no commitment!

Owner Seph Smith is a world class instructor & a class act. Come train with him!!

Upstream BJJ is an excellent gym with one of the most dedicated and thoughtful coaches I have ever met. Seph is a thorough and committed instructor who can seamlessly blend humour in with constructive and serious training. I have been lucky enough to train at top level gyms in other cities and countries and would recommend Upstream to any of my past training partners. If you are in Richmond and want to learn jiu jitsu, Upstream is a place where you can train hard and learn, whatever your goals in jiu jitsu may be. Seph is an incredibly seasoned competitor and experienced coach. Richmond is lucky to have him.

Seph is an awesome instructor! He creates a great learning atmosphere with his extensive knowledge in the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. His students are a great fun bunch willing to share their own knowledge in this growing art. Together theyve put together an environment where Ive felt very welcomed and eager to want to learn more. And so much so that Ive become a student and have made Brazilian Jiu Jitsu a huge part of my life. If youre interested, I highly recommend that you stop by and meet Seph and the rest of the crew!

The best place to train jiu jitsu in Richmond. Seph is a great instructor and the atmosphere is great.

Great atmosphere with excellent instruction!

Good gym with great instruction.

Ive been training with Seph at Upstream for a year and just wish I would have started sooner.

Awesome gym great people

It is a great pleasure to train there every day! And that is true for me and my whole family !!!Great coaches, super cool atmosphere!The best thing that could have happened to me in rva !!!