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Dominion BJJ
4.9 ★★★★★ 87 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Manassas, Virginia
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule dominionbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 703-594-6220
Hours
| Monday | 4:45–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 4:45–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:45–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 4:45–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors are skilled, patient, and supportive, making it great for all levels.”
“Coach Bill & Michelle are amazing instructors and have done wonders building up our kids with confidence, technique, & overall respect.”
“They have one of the only women's only classes with strong attendance in the area as well, led by owner and black belt Michelle Welti.”
“Whether you're interested in jiu-jistu for fun, self-defense, exercise or competition, this is the spot for you.”
Other martial arts here
“The BJJ instructors, Bill and Michelle, are fantastic coaches who explain every technique in incredible detail and help students of all capabilities learn BJJ.”
“The academy is clean and large, with lots of options concerning BJJ, Judo and weight lifting.”
What members say
“Coach Bill is one of the most technical and knowledgeable instructors I know in regards to technique, competition, and anything grappling related.”
“The environment that they’ve fostered is very welcoming, very family friendly, and has a strong sense of team.”
“There are lots of kids and lots of girls in the kids programs as well, so you'll definitely find a comfortable fit for you or your family here.”
“The BJJ instructors, Bill and Michelle, are fantastic coaches who explain every technique in incredible detail and help students of all capabilities learn BJJ.”
“There are lots of kids and lots of girls in the kids programs as well, so you'll definitely find a comfortable fit for you or your family here.”
“Our instructors are hyper active and successful in the national competition scene and we have intense competition classes every week as well.”
From the reviews
Dominion BJJ has a great atmosphere for beginners. I started training Jiu Jitsu roughly 6 months ago. I didn’t know what to expect walking through the door. On day one I was challenged with exercise drills, positions and some sparing but, it was all well explained and demonstrated.
I can’t say enough positive things about Dominion. The BJJ instructors, Bill and Michelle, are fantastic coaches who explain every technique in incredible detail and help students of all capabilities learn BJJ.
I have been going to Dominion BJJ for a year and could not recommend it more. It’s quite intimidating to start BJJ and go into a gym full of people you don’t know. The coaches, Bill and Michelle made me feel a part of the team from day one.
I've been taking my kids (5,13,14) to Dominion BJJ for over a year now and it's great. There are lots of kids and lots of girls in the kids programs as well, so you'll definitely find a comfortable fit for you or your family here.
New to muay thai? Start at Dominion BJJ
Dominion BJJ comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first muay thai class at Dominion BJJ
Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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