AEGIS FROM YOUR ARMCHAIR

Our studio is currently closed

in observance of Virginia's COVID-19 precautions

But you can still enjoy VIRTUAL MEMBER BENEFITS!

Visit our students-only Instagram account for exclusive videos to help you train along at home.

Monday, July 22

Aegis

[ EE-jis ]

A form of protection or support.

The bronze shield of Athena used by Perseus to slay Medusa.

Mindful jiu jitsu embodied.

Confidence • Sportsmanship • Self-Awareness • Self-Respect

WHY JIU JITSU?

Improved strength

Enhanced coordination

Stimulated mind

The mechanics of jiu jitsu range widely in complexity; there are moves (and speeds) for every level participant.

Excelling in this "human chess" demands high-level strategy and problem solving.

A social but individually-driven sport

Jiu jitsu is not a team sport; you are the driving force behind your own advancement.

But you can't roll alone...and you'll meet other talented, like-minded people at our classes.

A workout with real-world applications

It's said that most fights end up on the ground; that's exactly the position our sport is structured around.

Jiu jitsu helps level the playing field between opponents of different sizes, so it's especially relevant for women and kids.

THE AEGIS DIFFERENCE

Aegis was designed to fill the void for a west-end, family-oriented self defense school that offers customized instruction within a work-friendly schedule and at an exceptional value. Our commitment to accommodating all student types and the welcoming atmosphere of our modern facility combine to form the cornerstone of our positive culture.

FAQs

FOCUS

We focus on quality content taught by dedicated instructors in a clean, safe learning environment.

PLEDGE

All of our classes are taught by attentive, experienced instructors who have passed thorough background checks.

MODEL

Our facility, syllabi, and classes mirror some of the top academies in the country, and we continue to learn from them.

TECH

We embrace technology in the forms of in-class visual aids, personal video breakdowns, online members-only content, and more.

TEAM

Our staff members are unique, talented, and professional with a sincere passion for teaching martial arts.

EDGE

We consistently review the latest jiu jitsu techniques, theories, and advancements in order to offer you modern, ever-evolving instruction.

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THE AEGIS TEAM

DAVE

KENWORTHY

FOUNDER & HEAD INSTRUCTOR

First-degree black belt in jiu jitsu
Student of jiu jitsu since 2003
Teaching since 2010
Gold medals: Grappler's Quest, Copa Atlantica, and NAGA (2x)
Bronze medals: Pan IBJJF Championship (2x)

CHRISTINE

KENWORTHY

MANAGING

PARTNER

Manages Aegis operations, memberships, finance, and marketing
Obsessively organized
Artistically gifted
Thankful her two cats don't know jiu jitsu

BRETT

SCOTT

PRINCIPAL

Student of jiu jitsu since 2017
Proof that you're never too old to start training
Proud father of four jiu jitsu-capable kids
Successful restaurateur
Keeps Dave and Christine in check

BRIAN

INGLE

LEAD

INSTRUCTOR

Black belt in jiu jitsu
Student of jiu jitsu since 2007
Teaching since 2015
Leads No-Gi and Self-Defense
Manages Aegis social media
Can hold conversation using only Arrested Development references

BOBBY

WITHROW

LEAD

INSTRUCTOR

First-degree black belt in taekwondo
Second-degree black belt in American-style karate
Teaching since 2003
Leads our Athena Program
East Coast Kickboxing Champion (2005)

CHASE

BLANKENSHIP

ASSISTANT

INSTRUCTOR

Blue belt in jiu jitsu
Assists with Kids Class
20+ years as a firefighter/EMT
CPR Certified
Proudest jiu jitsu moment is his daughter’s first stripe
Can recite lyrics from George Strait and Dr. Dre

AEGIS FROM YOUR ARMCHAIR

Our studio is currently closed

in observance of Virginia's COVID-19 precautions

But you can still enjoy VIRTUAL MEMBER BENEFITS!

Visit our students-only Instagram account for exclusive videos to help you train along at home.