Kogaion Academy | Martial Arts in Arlington, VA
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Muay Thai
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Why BJJ and Judo? | Kogaion Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo in Arlington, VA

BJJ is famously known as a martial art in which a smaller person can overcome a larger opponent through strategy and leverage. John Danaher, a famous jiu-jitsu coach, explains that BJJ is a system that progressively disables an opponent through positions and ultimately submissions.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and Muay Thai in Arlington

First Class Questions

I’m brand new. Which class should I try first?
If this is your first time grappling or trying Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, please come to one of our “Intro to BJJ” classes. If this is your first time trying Judo, please come to one of our “Judo Basics” or “Judo All Levels” classes.

What should I bring to my first class?
For gi and judo classes, make sure you wear clothes you are comfortable sweating in. We will lend you a gi. For nogi classes, sweat wicking clothes are preferred. Water is also highly recommended as our classes are also a great workout!

I am ___ (not in shape, old, young, weak, etc.), will that be a problem?
Not at all. Many of our students start our adults program with the same doubts as you when they started. We have students ages 12 to 65 in the same classes coming from a varying fitness levels. Give yourself some time and you will surprise yourself with how much you are able to learn and do.

Membership and Parking

Where are you located?
We are in the center of the Village of Shirlington, Arlington VA. You can see our “How to get here” page if you need more help finding us.

How much does a membership cost?
Please come into a trial class and we will happily discuss our different membership options in person!

Drop Ins

I train BJJ and/or judo at another school. I’m in town for now, can I come train with you?
We welcome drop ins! Shoot us an email and let us know which class you plan on coming by.

Uniform Policy

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (nogi): All students and visitors are required to wear a rashguard. Male students and visitors must wear full length spats and shorts over the spats. Female students and visitors must wear at least full length spats. Those wearing shorts with no spats will not be allowed on the mat. First time students on their trial class will be the only exception. Our uniform policy is a hygiene courtesy to all members of the gym.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (gi) and Judo: A gi is required for all gi classes. Shirts or rashguards are required underneath the gi. First time students on a trial class will be lent a gi.

Muay Thai: Students need their own hand wraps, boxing gloves, and shin guards. First time students on a trial class will be lent the above equipment.