Women’s Jiu-Jitsu & Free Self-Defense Classes in Herndon, VA

Women’s training · Herndon, VA

Women’s Jiu-jitsu & Free Self-Defense.

Two supportive ways to build practical skill: a weekly women’s Brazilian Jiu-jitsu class and an always-free self-defense class for women and teens.

Choose the right starting point

Two classes. One supportive community.

Both classes welcome beginners and teach leverage, positioning, awareness, and controlled practice. The difference is the format and depth of training.

Women’s Brazilian Jiu-jitsu

Tuesday · 6:00–7:00 PM

Train in the gi and develop grappling fundamentals through structured weekly instruction and partner practice.

  • Seven-day free trial
  • Designed for ongoing skill development
  • Beginner friendly
  • Gi-based training
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Always free

Women’s Self-Defense

Friday · 6:00–7:00 PM

Practice awareness, boundaries, escapes, and creating space in comfortable workout clothes—no uniform or special gear required.

  • Women and teens age 12+
  • No experience needed
  • No special equipment
  • Join at any point
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Coach Eva, Brazilian Jiu-jitsu instructor at Pedro Sauer Academy

Coach Eva · Women’s Jiu-jitsu

Tuesday · 6:00–7:00 PM

Coach Eva leads a calm, technical class that helps women build reliable fundamentals and become more comfortable applying them with a partner.

  • No prior Jiu-jitsu experience required
  • Structured technique and guided practice
  • Progress at your own pace
  • Opportunities to join other Jiu-jitsu classes as confidence grows

Always free · Women and teens 12+

Practical self-defense without the gi

This recurring weekly class is built for people coming in from everyday life—not experienced martial artists. Wear comfortable workout clothing, bring water, and learn at a pace that feels safe.

01

Awareness and boundaries

Recognize risk earlier, communicate clearly, and make decisive choices.

02

Create space and escape

Use posture, leverage, and movement to respond to common grabs and holds.

03

Practice safely

Work at a comfortable intensity with clear coaching and cooperative partners.

Free Women’s Self-Defense class at Pedro Sauer Academy in Herndon

Come as you are

Choose your first women’s class.

Try Women’s Jiu-jitsu for seven days or reserve the always-free Friday self-defense class. We will help you arrive prepared.

Choose Your First Class