Why Train at One Way Martial Arts in Alexandria, VA?
One Way Martial Arts is not just another gym. Located at 5416 Eisenhower Ave in Alexandria, VA, minutes from the Van Dorn Street Metro Station on the Blue Line, we are one of the most credentialed martial arts academies in the entire DMV area.
Train Under a 4x World Champion
One Way Martial Arts is co-owned and led by Mahamed Aly, a 4x IBJJF World Champion in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and professional MMA fighter. Mahamed is one of the most accomplished BJJ competitors of his generation, and he brings that championship-level expertise directly to his students in Alexandria, VA every single day.
Training under a world champion is not something you can find at most gyms. At One Way Martial Arts, it is the foundation of everything we teach. Meet the rest of our coaching team, including female BJJ coach Giovanna Amaral, who gives girls extra attention on the mat and leads small-group girls' classes.
Programs for Every Level
Whether you are a complete beginner stepping on the mat for the first time or an experienced competitor preparing for your next tournament, One Way Martial Arts has a program designed for you:
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) — Fundamentals, All Levels, and Advanced classes in both Gi and No-Gi
- Muay Thai: Fundamentals and Advanced classes
- Boxing: Fundamentals classes for all ages 14+
- Wrestling: Fundamentals and All Levels classes
- Kids BJJ: ages 2–14 split into Tumblers (2–3), Tots (4–6), Kids (7–10), and Teens (11–14)
- Kids Muay Thai: ages 7+
- No-Gi Submission Grappling: competition-focused grappling without the uniform
- Strength & Conditioning: science-backed athletic training with Coach Nazar Mazurkevych
- Private Classes: one-on-one instruction with our coaching staff
Conveniently Located in Alexandria, VA
Our 6,400 sq ft gym is located at 5416 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304, just minutes from the Van Dorn Street Metro Station on the Blue Line, with free on-site parking. We are easily accessible from all of Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, and the broader DMV area. Take the gym tour.
A Community Built on Respect and Results
At One Way Martial Arts, we believe martial arts training changes lives. Our students are professionals, parents, students, and competitors, united by a shared commitment to improving themselves on and off the mat. We welcome everyone regardless of age, fitness level, or background.
Discounts for Military, Law Enforcement, Teachers and Families
One Way Martial Arts is a family-owned academy, and we support the people who serve our community. Active-duty military, veterans, law enforcement officers, and teachers at Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) and Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), along with their families, receive a special membership discount. We also offer family discounts, so parents, kids and siblings can keep training together. Ask about either discount at the front desk or when you book your free trial class.
Start Your Free Trial Today
The best way to experience One Way Martial Arts is to come in and train. We offer a free trial class for all new students. View our schedule and book your first class today. You can also call us at (703) 951-4440 with any questions.
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From the One Way Martial Arts YouTube channel.
The Story Behind the Name, the Gym, and the Mindset
In the first episode, co-founders Mahamed Aly and Patrick Almeida tell the story of how One Way Martial Arts was born: a friendship that started when they trained under the same coach as teenagers in Brazil, a serious knee injury that forced Mahamed to rethink his career, and the decision to open an academy in Alexandria with very little money and a shared refusal to quit. They explain what the name One Way means (when you get one shot, you commit fully) and what they want this podcast to give students, gym owners, fathers and business owners.
Watch on YouTube →One Way Martial Arts Gym Tour
A walk through One Way Martial Arts at 5416 Eisenhower Ave in Alexandria, VA, right next to the Van Dorn Street Metro station.
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