Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Reviews & Success Stories at Underworld
Hundreds of people come through our doors in Washington DC every week, and we're grateful for all the kind words that parents, beginners, competitors, women, and families have shared about their experiences training, building confidence, connecting with our community, and learning practical self defense at Underworld.
Julie K.
Parent of children Ages 8 and 10, in our Kids BJJ Program
"The instructors are incredibly talented jiu jitsu martial artists, but more importantly, they are all gifted with the ability to break down and translate complex jiu jitsu moves in a way that's fun, accessible and safe."
Beatrice J.
Adult female competitor in the Washington DC area
"Danielle is an amazing instructor and person. She’s dedicated, caring and actual World Champion! Highly recommend her nogi program to kids and adults in DC."
Carolyng G.
Parent of children Ages 4, 6 and 9, in our Kids BJJ Program
"Best BJJ for kids in the city. The instructors are knowledgable, encouraging, challenging and warm all at once. There is a true sense of community and nothing like my daughters learning to kick butt and defend themselves from a female world champion! Cannot say enough good things about Underworld!"
Omri R.
Member of our Adult BJJ program
"Fantastic coaches and community! Very happy with my membership and have learned a ton here. 100% recommend. [Aidan and Danielle] are running one hell of a gym!"
Terry B.
Parent of child Age 8, in our Kids BJJ Program
"After just a few months, I've seen my son become more self assured, more comfortable in competition, and much less timid around other kids. The staff here is amazing with kids and the parents have become a large family."
Andrew R.
Parent of children Ages 4 and 9, in our Kids BJJ Program
"The coaches are skilled, patient, and as silly or serious as the day requires. The kids love them. The training pushes without being overbearing. I like the emphasis on sportsmanship and competition without ego. BJJ has bit of a learning curve, and the delayed gratification and mental resilience it fosters is the perfect antidote to screen-time.
Where Underworld really shines is the community it fosters outside class. Movie nights, picnics, and open houses cultivate a team camaraderie that makes showing up each week a pleasure rather than one more extracurricular thing to get done. We had our son's 9th birthday party here, and his friends from school have been raving about it ever since. Most had no experience with the sport before that day."
Erin L.
Member of our Women's BJJ Program
"This place is run by a very professional couple that is very passionate about their work. Danielle is a great coach and I love the all woman class she teaches every Tuesday night."
Kathryn T.
Parent of children Ages 8 and 11, in our Kids BJJ Program
"Our son and daughter have trained here for a year, and the growth in their confidence has been incredible to watch. The gym has a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and even though jiu jitsu is an individual sport, it truly feels like a team. The kids support one another, and the sense of community extends to the parents—we’ve built meaningful connections both in and out of the gym.
Coach Danielle and Coach Aidan are exceptional. They are knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely invested in each child’s development. Coach Danielle, in particular, is especially thoughtful and skilled in working with neurodivergent kids, creating an environment where every child feels supported, capable, and included."
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Greg F.
Member of our Adult BJJ Program
"High-quality jiu jitsu BJJ in East DC! Underworld BJJ has a lot of convenient class times and very friendly instructors. Good for both beginners and advanced students."