Vanguard Gym
703-330-1126
Listing Manager:
VanguardGymJenny
Vanguard Gym, in the same building as CrossFit Manassas, specializes in adults and children fitness and martial arts. It offers an array of classes, including Thai boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, mixed martial arts and tactical training. Kids' martial arts classes include a curriculum of wrestling, striking and positional control.
- Hours: Mon - Thu, 5:30am - 9pm; Fri, 5:30am - 8pm; Sat, 8am - 2pm; Sun, 10am - 2pm
- Contact email: jenny@vanguardgym.com
- Founding Date: 2007
- Parking: Free lot
- Payments accepted: Cash, MasterCard, Personal Check, Visa
- Class Schedule Link: www.vanguardgym.com/classes/class-schedule/
- Features: Strength (free weights)
- Services: Classes, Fitness assessment, Personal training
- Classes/programs: Martial arts, Weight loss
- Restrictions: No smoking
- Type: Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Kickboxing, Mixed martial arts, Wrestling
- Participates in competitions: Yes
My son and I started training at Vanguard in late 2012. At first my son was hesitant to train jiu jitsu, but after only a few minutes on the mat with the kids coaches, he loved it. He went from wanting to only train a couple of days a week to wanting to train every day. The kids coaches are outstanding in how flexible they are toward each kid based on their development, yet firm when they feel the need. Vanguard is the only martial arts gym I feel comfortable sending my kid to because I trust the owner and lead instructor, Doug. He is an oustanding role model and solid person.
As for the physical property. It is exceptionally clean with many restrooms, showers, and changing rooms that fit a busy person needs, such as my own. I can train hard, shower up, and be on to work without having to go back home. Although I only train brazilian jiu jitsu, I see the CrossFit class has tons of energy and many students who seem to be really enjoying the experience and comraderie.
Vanguard Gym gets an A+ in my book.
Brett