Looking for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Fairfax, VA? Full Prime is about 20 minutes away in Herndon — and worth every minute. We teach with a structured, progressive method and championship-level coaching, so beginners and competitors alike actually improve. Start with a risk-free 2-week trial.
At Full Prime you don't take random classes — you follow a structured, progressive system. The principle is simple: you always know where you came from, where you are, and where you're going. Every class is planned and timed — warm-up, technique, then specific training — so your time on the mat is never wasted.
Beginners start safely. Our 12-lesson Introduction program teaches the fundamentals without live sparring — only controlled-resistance simulations — so you build a base while minimizing the risk of injury.
We also don't rush rank. Reaching blue belt takes around a year and three months, because a Full Prime belt is meant to reflect real, tested knowledge. For students driving in from Fairfax, that structure is exactly what makes the trip worth it.
Professor Fabiano Papel (Luiz Fabiano da Silva Oliveira) is an IBJJF black belt, IBJJF American National Champion (featherweight), and ranked top 3 in the world in his division (Master 3 featherweight) in the 2024 IBJJF rankings, as well as a 2017 IBJJF Pan American silver medalist. With over 14 years of teaching experience and his own structured methodology, he has graduated more than 10 black belts and coached athletes to Brazilian national, South American, and IBJJF World Championship medals, along with state and regional titles in Brazil.
Martial arts for Fairfax, VA families — adults, beginners and kids, all on one structured curriculum.
Get fit, learn real self-defense and train with a no-ego community. All levels welcome.
Learn More →New to it? Every adult starts safely in our structured Introduction program. No experience needed.
Learn More →Age-grouped Kids Prime 1–3 classes — confidence, discipline and anti-bullying in a safe, fun setting.
Learn More →Families from Herndon, Fairfax and across Northern Virginia trust Full Prime — 5.0 from 40+ Google reviews.
About 20 minutes from Fairfax, with a structured method and championship coaching. Start with a risk-free 2-week trial — 100% satisfaction guarantee. No experience needed.
