Aegis Jiu Jitsu

Aegis Jiu Jitsu in Henrico, Virginia was founded by Dave Kenworthy, a third-degree black belt who has been training since 2003 and teaching since 2010. Dave brings experience from the competition circuit—with gold medals in Grappler’s Quest, Copa Atlantica, and NAGA, plus two bronze medals at the Pan IBJJF Championship—and he’s also a certified USA Wrestling coach. The academy’s team includes instructors with backgrounds in wrestling, Taekwondo, and women’s self-defense, all focused on practical skill, sportsmanship, and self-awareness. Classes at Aegis are built around a structured curriculum for both adults and kids, with adult fundamentals, gi, and no-gi classes available throughout the week. Specialized programs include the Athena women’s class and one-on-one sessions for students looking to focus on personal goals. The kids’ program starts with fundamentals and is taught by instructors who have been coaching youth for years, emphasizing confidence and respect alongside technical skill. Aegis puts an emphasis on modern, mindful instruction and uses tools like in-class visual aids and video analysis to help students improve. Open mats are available for those who want extra training time, and drop-ins are welcome. The facility is wheelchair accessible, and the schedule is designed to fit working families in the west end of Richmond.

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