You're in the Right Place.
Train with confidence.
Grow with community.
Why Train Here?
A year from now, you won't be the same person who walked through the door.
People come here for different reasons. Some come to build confidence. Others come for practical self-defense, better fitness, or simply a new challenge.
Over time, you’ll discover that training changes more than your body. You’ll become stronger, more confident, more resilient, and more mentally tough while learning practical skills that stay with you for life.
What you learn here goes with you.
It starts with one class.
Meet Bill
The Difference is Bill.
People come to Tyson’s BJJ for many reasons.
They stay because of Bill.
As one of the only instructors in the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia area to hold both a 4th Degree Black Belt in Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and a 4th Degree Black Belt in Haganah/F.I.G.H.T., Bill brings decades of experience to every class.
His classes are practical. They’re challenging. You’ll work hard. You’ll improve.
Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or you’ve been training for years, Bill will meet you where you are and help you become stronger, more confident, and more mentally tough.
4th Degree Black Belt
Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4th Degree Black Belt
Haganah / F.I.G.H.T.
Decades of helping students become stronger, more confident, and more capable.
Our Community
Everyone Starts Somewhere.
Everyone gets humbled. Some sooner than others.
Everyone starts as a beginner.
Everyone has something to learn.
Everyone has something to teach.
No matter where you’re starting, someone here started there too.
One day, you’ll be the one welcoming someone just like you.
Training Options
We’ll Help You Find the Right Place to Start.
You don’t need to know the difference between Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Haganah before you begin.
Tell us what you’re hoping to accomplish, and Bill will help you find the training that’s right for you.
Build confidence, improve fitness, and learn practical self-defense.
Prepare for real-world situations with practical self-defense training.
Receive personalized coaching tailored to your goals.
Schedule
Find a Time That Works for You.
Whether you’re an early riser, training after work, or looking for a weekend class, you’ll find opportunities to train throughout the week.
Ready to Begin
Your First Class Starts Here.
You don’t need experience.
You just need to take the first step.
Come train.
The rest will follow.