Adults and kids
Free First Martial Arts Class in Alexandria, VA
Start with a free first class. Fill in the form and we will help you pick the right class for you or your child.
- Free first class
- We lend you the gear you need
- Kids and adults
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“Everyone is so knowledgeable and can alter exercises for any fitness level.”
Andre Faulkner, Google review “They really take the time to analyze your technique and help you make small tweaks that can make a huge difference in your performance.”
Asir Numan, Google review “I especially loved their perspectives on what techniques have an increased likelihood of working and the fine tuning of some basic novice techniques to be performed at a world championship level.”
Nghi Nguyen, Google review
Not sure where to start?
Pick your first class
Choose the class that fits you, then book it with the form above. We help you pick if you are not sure.
Adults new to martial arts
Every program has a beginner class. Start in BJJ Fundamentals, No-Gi Fundamentals or Muay Thai Fundamentals.
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You already train
Join an All Levels class. Students who join from other academies keep the rank they earned.
BJJ classes
Kids ages 2 to 14
Tumblers (2–3), Tots (4–6), Kids (7–10) and Teens (11–14), each in their own class.
Kids BJJ
Kids who want striking
Kids Muay Thai is for ages 7 and up.
Kids Muay Thai
Takedowns, ages 14+
Wrestling runs Monday and Wednesday evenings and welcomes beginners.
Wrestling
Not near Alexandria?
Train with OneWay+, our class curriculum on video. Your first week is free.
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Your first class
What to expect
Arrive about 10 minutes early. Come in athletic clothes, and we lend you the gear you need. A coach pairs you with a friendly partner, and you start with the basics. Read more about your first class.
Alexandria, VA
Visit us
5416 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304, next to the Van Dorn Street Metro station on the Blue Line, with free parking.
Monday to Thursday: 5:30 to 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Friday: 5:30 to 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before your free first class.
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A full class session in any program (BJJ, No-Gi, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Kids BJJ for ages 2–14 or Kids Muay Thai for ages 7+). Free first class. No pressure. Come in athletic clothes, and we lend you the gear you need.
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Come in athletic clothes, and we lend you the gear you need. A t-shirt and shorts or athletic pants work well. Avoid clothing with zippers or pockets. If you own a Gi or gloves, bring them.
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No. You start at whatever fitness level you’re at. Our coaches scale the intensity for beginners, and martial arts training itself will get you in shape quickly.
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No pressure. If you enjoy the experience, our team will walk you through membership options. The 4-Week Jumpstart includes your uniform and four weeks of every program.
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There are three memberships. Core gives you one martial art of your choice. All Access includes every martial art on the schedule. Elite includes all martial arts plus private class training. After your free first class, our team will help you pick the one that fits your goals.
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Kids from age 2 and adults of any age. Kids BJJ has four age groups: Tumblers (2–3), Tots (4–6), Kids (7–10) and Teens (11–14). Kids Muay Thai is for ages 7 and up. At 15, teens move into the adult classes.
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Yes. Your friend books their own free first class with the form on this page, and you train together. Come in athletic clothes, and we lend you both the gear you need.
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Classes are taught by One Way coaches, led by head coach Mahamed Aly, a 4x IBJJF World Champion. Meet the full team on our coaches page.
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Prices depend on the program and how often you want to train. We go over the options in person after your free first class, so you can try a class before you decide. Family, military, law enforcement and teacher discounts are available.