Blue Ridge Jiu Jitsu

"I dropped in while on vacation, which is something I try to do whenever I travel. Being a stranger to the area, it was easy to pass up because it’s a little off the road, but no problem really. The facilities/mats were very clean, which is important when visiting a gym you don’t know. The instruction from Coach Josh was excellent and very detailed. It stood out to me that he took the time to give individual feedback/coaching to every student while drilling the lesson of the day. The training partners were great and I was able to get a wide range of rolling partners in one class. Everyone there rolled hard but graciously and respectfully during training, making it “feel like home.” Very comfortable training environment for a guest. I’ll be back, but not soon enough. Thanks for having me Blue Ridge!"

"My son has recently joined this program for Judo and it has been a great all around experience! The instructor Tom is fantastic and takes his job very seriously with a deep sense of pride for what he is teaching these kids. He pushes them to dig deep and keeps them motivated."

"They do great kids lessons, my kids are always asking when the next class is , always excited, they cannot wait to be there! They are professional, have a great family environment."

"Jiu jitsu has given my son more than just physical skills — it’s given him confidence, focus, and strength. It’s also helped ease his anxiety. Knowing he has the ability to protect himself if needed brings him a sense of calm and control he didn’t have before. This isn’t just about self-defense — it’s about self-belief."