Fairfax's top Jiu Jitsu SCHOOL
HAVEN GRAPPLNG ACADEMY
Get in Shape, Build Confidence, Change Your Life... We Teach You How to Become an Expert at Self-Defense With Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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Welcome to Haven Grappling Academy
Located in Fairfax, VA—right at the heart of Northern Virginia—Haven Grappling Academy serves Fairfax, Vienna, Falls Church, and Annandale. Just minutes from the Beltway, we’re easily accessible from all surrounding areas, making top-tier Jiu-Jitsu training more convenient than ever!. Join us and see noticeable improvements from your very first class—guaranteed!
JIU-JITSU CLASSES 7 DAYS PER WEEK
Monday - Friday: Classes
Saturday and Sunday : Open Mat
NO-GI ADULT JIU-JITSU
Looking to challenge yourself and level up your fitness? Our Adult No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu program at Haven Grappling is designed to push your limits, sharpen your technique, and build real-world self-defense skills. Whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned athlete, you'll find a supportive community and expert instruction that will help you grow on and off the mats. Get stronger, gain confidence, and have a blast while doing it!
KIDS JIU-JITSU
At Haven Grappling, our Kids No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu program is about so much more than just fitness. Through structured training, fun games, and belt progression, kids build confidence, discipline, and valuable self-defense skills. They'll make friends, stay active, and develop life-long habits of focus and respect. Watch your child grow stronger—on and off the mats!.
WHY CHOOSE HAVEN GRAPPLING?
Welcome to our new gym! At our facility, we’re dedicated to making a positive impact on individuals’ lives through martial arts, education, and expert coaching. Our priority is to provide a safe, inviting, and supportive environment for all members and their families in Fairfax. We take pride in fostering a space where individuals can thrive, and achieve their fitness goals.
We firmly believe that fitness and martial arts are for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or skill level. Through our programs, members will not only learn valuable self-defense techniques but also benefit from our practical and results-driven approach, ensuring every member can excel and lead a healthy, fulfilling life. Join us and start your journey to greatness today!
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
"I have found Haven Grappling to be a welcoming community"
"It's nice to be able to drill stand-up as well as groundwork. The students at the academy are friendly, respectful, and willing to teach what they know. Troy is knowledgeable, accepting, and always willing to help. An excellent atmosphere to grow in BJJ/grappling skill, have a good time, and get fit."
- Zachary Patard
"Best training environment I’ve ever experienced"
"The coaches are not only incredibly skilled but also genuinely invested in every student’s growth, regardless of experience level. The atmosphere is welcoming, respectful, and motivating — it truly feels like a family. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your technique at a high level, this is the place to be. Highly recommend to anyone serious about learning grappling in a positive, structured, and professional setting!"
- Firuz Ziyoev
"Haven has to be hands down one of the best BJJ gyms around"
"The atmosphere is super welcoming and positive. It’s the kind of place where you walk in and immediately feel like part of the team. Coaches Troy and Mike are legends. They’re not just skilled but also amazing teachers who break things down in a way that actually sticks. You can tell they genuinely care about everyone, no matter the skill level. The best part, though, is the community. Everyone is willing to help each other out, whether it’s answering questions or just drilling. 10/10 would definitely recommend."
- Julfikar Chowdhury
"Troy and the crew at Haven Grappling are amazing"
"I’ve trained with Troy for years and he is not only knowledgeable about grappling but more importantly knowledgeable about teaching as well. Differentiated instruction, small side games, and a focus on learning over winning, of process over result helped my game exponentially while training with him. Do yourself a favor and just check out a FREE class and see what you think"
- Bryan Henry
Frequently Asked Questions
I Hate Doing Gym Workouts, I Find Them Boring. Will This Be Similar?
Definitely not! You will get fit, you will burn off unwanted calories, you will find it an awesome stress relief. But BORING, it is NOT!
The variety, challenge, and the feeling of accomplishment when you master a self defense skill or technique are why students love our Fairfax adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes at Haven Grappling.
But we find it’s the friendships and fun that keep students coming back. It’s like their second family. Why not find out for yourself? Book in for our limited time offer on this page!
I’m Not Very Sporty Or Co-ordinated. Will That Be A Problem?
Not at all. In fact, many students starting in our adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes would describe themselves like that before they started. So you will fit right in!
Give yourself some time, and you will be astounded at how much you improve! You’ll find that our very experienced martial arts instructors, are trained to keep their teaching simple. So even the most uncoordinated person will develop ‘ninja-like’ skills! Come see for yourself!
Do I Need To Be Fit For This?
No, not at all! We find that people start at varying fitness levels. But, you will find that you do get fit by doing our Fairfax martial arts classes. Isn’t that the point though? A fun workout that gets results!
I Have No Experience, What Do I Do?
All of our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes are open to all skill levels, beginner through advanced. We focus on the fundamentals of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, which are simply the most effective parts of the art. We also do a lot of specific drilling and training, which teaches you how to apply techniques and movements during a “live” round.
How Long Until I Get A Black Belt?
Truthfully, the journey to black belt is an individual one. Everyone can progress at a different pace. There is no judgement on students for how long it does take. What we can tell you, is that it is SO WORTHWHILE!
The self-defense skills you will master can truly be life-saving!
However, the other benefits of striving for black belt, like perseverance, never giving up, commitment and self-discipline lead to life-long success.
You will find that your instructors at Haven Grappling Fairfax are dedicated to helping you on your journey to black belt or whatever your personal goal may be.
How Do I Claim Your Limited Time Offer?
We do only have a certain amount of space in our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training area. Take advantage of our limited time offer – the fastest way is to fill in the form.
Additionally, you can always call us, we would love to chat with you about what we do, and if our Fairfax Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes would be a great fit for you and your family!
Can Women Do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Absolutely! Women really find that the benefits of doing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is that they learn to protect themselves against a bigger, stronger opponent. Something they never thought was possible. We think ALL women should know how to protect themselves, especially on the ground!
