UVA Grappling Club
UVA Grappling Club
University of Virginia

Grapple with Greatness

No experience needed! Train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Wrestling at UVA.

About the Club

The UVA Grappling Club offers a welcoming, beginner-friendly environment to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and Wrestling. Practices are no-gi, no experience or equipment required. If you are hardworking, curious about martial arts, or just looking for a fun sport, join us!

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Fill out the waiver below to join the UVA Grappling Club!

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Practice Schedule

All practices are held at Slaughter Recreation Center, Multipurpose Room #2

Monday
BJJ Class
6–7 PM
Open Mat
7–8 PM
Wednesday
Wrestling Class
6–7 PM
Open Mat
7–8 PM
Friday
Open Mat
6–8 PM

Upcoming Events

Competitions, joint practices, and tournaments.

Oct 4, 2025
UFC Review of UFC 320
Oct 12, 2025
UMD BJJ Tournament
Oct 24, 2025
Commonwealth Clash VT vs UVA
Oct 25, 2025
UFC Review of UFC 321
Nov 2, 2025
Southeast Open Wrestling Tournament
Nov 8, 2025
VCU Open Grappling Competition
Nov 10, 2025
Joint Practice w/ Women’s Rugby
Nov 14, 2025
Joint Practice w/ Taekwondo & Wushu
Nov 14, 2025
NCGA Finals
Nov 22, 2025
AFG Richmond Open
Funny Grappling Takedown Action

Where We Train

Slaughter Recreation Center, Multipurpose Room #2 (across from the weight room)

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