About us
Train BJJ, Muay Thai, FMA, Kali, and more in Northern Virginia: Build real skills, boost conditioning, and meet great people. 👊
We train at Pedro Sauer Academy of Self-Defense (PSA / formerly One Spirit Martial Arts (OSMA)) in Herndon, VA, and serve students of all ages -- from kids to adults throughout Northern Virginia including Herndon, Reston, Oakton, Vienna, Chantilly, Tysons Corner, McLean, Great Falls, Ashburn and surrounding cities.
The PSA training curriculum includes:
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ, both Gi and No-Gi) and Submission Grappling including a variety of ground fighting disciplines such as Gracie Jiujitsu, Catch Wrestling, Wrestling, and Judo 🥋
- Muay Thai Kickboxing 🥊
- Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) such as Kali and Arnis 🗡️
Instruction takes place under the lineage of Pedro Sauer, an 8th-degree BJJ black belt recognized worldwide for technical precision and decades of teaching experience.
Whether your goal is self-defense, serious martial arts skills development, or simply training with a high-quality community, this group offers a focused and welcoming place to learn and progress.
This meetup group connects the Northern VA Martial Arts and self-defense community; other events, material, and additional resources are available on the nvma.group website.
Train with us and experience why authentic martial arts remains one of the most challenging and rewarding paths you can pursue. 🥋🔥
Upcoming events
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Sunday BJJ Open Mat at Pedro Sauer Academy in Herndon, VA 🥋
Pedro Sauer Academy, 510 Spring Street Suite 130, Herndon, VA, USJoin us every Sunday at Pedro Sauer Academy (PSA) in Herndon, VA for open training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ): Research, Review, and Roll! 🥇
This is a student-driven session designed to help you explore what matters most to your BJJ development.
Whether you want to research techniques, review material from the week, or roll with different partners, this open format gives you the flexibility to focus on your own goals.
An instructor will be present to answer questions, offer feedback, and help troubleshoot positions, but the pace and flow of the session are entirely up to you.
You can drill, experiment, or get in some live rounds in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Open training is ideal for students who want to refine their technique, test new ideas, and build confidence through consistent practice.
All skill levels are welcome -- come train, learn, and grow with the Northern Virginia Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community!
Note: We are located in Suite #130.
This event is free of charge.
The PSA open mat schedule has been cross-posted on the NVMA Group website as well.
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Evening Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gi Training in Herndon, VA 🥋
Pedro Sauer Academy, 510 Spring Street Suite 130, Herndon, VA, USBeginner-friendly evening Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) class at Pedro Sauer Academy (PSA) in Herndon, VA: Learn escapes, submissions, and live strategy with expert instruction. 🔥
No experience is required -- new students and first-timers are welcomed to attend this class.
Classes focus on practical, real-world fundamentals taught in a safe, technical, and highly supportive environment.
You’ll learn how to escape common holds, apply effective submissions, and understand live positional strategy -- the same leverage-based system used in modern BJJ and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), adapted for everyday people.
This gi class takes place every Monday and Wednesday and includes one hour of guided instruction followed by one hour of optional open training (live rounds, drilling, review, and research).
Loaner gis are available if you need one.
Drop-in fee for non-members is $20 and can be paid on-site.
We are located in Suite #130 -- let us know when you arrive and we’ll take care of the rest.
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Kali and FMA training in Herndon, VA ⚔️
Pedro Sauer Academy, 510 Spring Street Suite 130, Herndon, VA, USLearn Kali at the Pedro Sauer Academy of Self-Defense in Herndon, VA: a beginner-friendly Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) class that builds coordination, timing, and confidence. 🔥
Experience FMA training through partner drills, movement flow, and practical self-defense applications.
In this session you’ll:
- Train classic FMA weapon systems such as rattan sticks, training knives, and empty-hand applications of Kali and Arnis.
- Develop coordination, timing, range awareness and reflexes through practical drills drawn from Filipino Martial Arts traditions.
- Improve your conditioning, speed, and agility: FMA’s weapon-based flow patterns and hand-to-hand transitions push both mind and body.
Join a supportive community of martial arts enthusiasts in Northern Virginia -- whether you're new to weapons training or experienced, this class is designed to challenge and reward.
This class is open to all levels and emphasizes safety, precision, and continuous learning.
Whether you’re looking to explore Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) for self-defense, coordination training, weapons fluency, or simply finding a unique, dynamic workout in Herndon, VA -- this is your class.
👉 Come build real skills, boost conditioning, and train with great people -- join us today and explore the flow and discipline of Filipino Martial Arts!
The drop-in fee for non-members is $20, payable on-site.
We are located in Suite #130 — let us know when you arrive and we’ll take care of the rest.
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Past events
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