Testudo BJJ Judo

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  Matthew Kersting

  Amazing place to practice BJJ. Ervin is a great coach. The environment is friendly and inviting, but you will push yourself and see improvements. Would recommend for anyone in the area!

  Posted 1 year ago
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  Daniel Wilson

  Ervin is easily the most knowledgeable Judoka I’ve ever met. He has world class technique and an exceptional ability to explain that technique to those with lower level understanding. The level of Judo and BJJ in this gym is very high, and I would easily recommend Testudo to anyone as a home base for their training.

  Posted 1 year ago
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  Thomas B

  Great BJJ and Judo gym with an overt and conspicuous emphasis on safety, cleanliness, community, learning, growth, and having a good time. Cannot recommend enough!

  Posted 1 year ago
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  Tim Evans

  Been training here about 4 years. Great place to train and the instruction is excellent. Everyone is friendly and safety is always top priority. Couldn’t recommend it enough.

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  Posted 2 years ago
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  Guy Palumbo

  Excellent instruction and Leadership I had the pleasure of visiting Testudo while I was home visiting my folks. My brother had previously gone and highly recommended the gym. Ervin has created an environment that is welcoming to adults and kids of all levels while keeping the safety of his students a top priority. I thoroughly enjoyed the technical portions of class as he masterfully presents the techniques and takes the time and gives the attention to make sure students both understand an execute effectively. The atmosphere is enhanced by the members of the gym who are also very kind and welcoming. As my brother said, they roll hard and fair and I felt safe for every visit I made during the weeks I was there, important for anyone, especially 40+ hobbyists like myself. As a father and teacher, I really respect and enjoy how he works with the kids in his gym. The children I saw rolling were very impressive both technically and in character and clearly have a lot of fun and feel safe in the room. If I lived in the area I would happily send my children to this gym. Ervin is a first class instructor for both kids and adults. This is an excellent school for anyone looking for a gym in the area. Thank you Ervin and the Testudo Team!

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  Posted 2 years ago
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  Benjamin Hou

  Awesome time with Ervin and team! Great rounds, friendly environment and helpful members. Would highly recommend to anyone in the area. High level jiujitsu here!

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  Posted 2 years ago
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  Jason Palumbo

  First Class BJJ While visiting my parents on a two week vacation I was welcomed by Erwin to his fantastic BJJ studio. I currently coach wrestling at Dream Art Nurnberg Germany and I am also learning BJJ from the ground up. From a coaches perspective I witnessed Erwin ability to teach conceptual BJJ and then drill down to exact coaching points for individuals that are children's age up to more senior grapplers. Erwin clearly recognizes the gap many gyms have in teaching takedowns and he easily teaches both throws and the best way to defend throws in his lessons. So if you need help on takedowns and want to develop your stand up game you have landed in the correct spot. from a student perspective Erwin help me understand what I should keep and let go as a former wrestler. Being over 50 I also never felt pressure to jump into rolls if I needed a break. The fellow students are a great group of people who roll hard and fairly. Erwin is also safety conscious by banning certain mat return techniques to protect his student's knees. A huge thanks to Erwin and the team a give the highest recommendation possible

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  Posted 2 years ago
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  Rhadi Ferguson

  I've known Ervin for 20 years. We trained together briefly in college and after college. He is a REAL STUDENT of the Martial arts. His technique is high level and so is his character. If you have a chance to train with him or send your child to train with him or at his facility you should most definitely do so. Rhadi Ferguson, PhD 2004 Olympian - Judo 4x National Judo Champion

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  Posted 4 years ago
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  Allen Hill

  I started training at Testudo in June 2021 while home for the summer, and I couldn't be happier with my decision! Coach Ervin provides detailed instruction and helps students realize their strengths in this discipline. Testudo has a dedicated group of students who enjoy training and getting better--so come learn Jiu Jitsu!

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  Posted 5 years ago
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  Griffin McDermott

  Amazing instruction, extremely welcoming environment, clean facility, location is super convenient for NoVa, DC, and MD folks. Ervin is a fantastic instructor. The way he teaches clearly breaks down technique for all levels is unmatched by other schools I have visited. Cannot say enough great things about Testudo!

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  Posted 5 years ago
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  CJ Ricciardi

  Leaving Testudo is the only reason I'm hesitant to move to San Diego. Some of the best jiu jitsu instruction I've ever received, and the community Ervin has built is incredible.

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  Posted 6 years ago
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  Alex Sannar

  I dropped into Testudo today to attend the afternoon nogi class while i'm in town for vacation. It was great getting to roll with Ervin and his students. He runs a great gym with an excellent, welcoming culture. Thank you for having me today and I can't recommend this gym enough for anyone looking to get into Jiu Jitsu!

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  Posted 7 years ago
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  Ira Quint

  Ervin and Terry run an awesome shop. Been coming to Testudo for over a month now and I'm having a great time! Extremely welcoming environment for beginners and belts of all levels. Whether it's training kids BJJ or the fundamentals classes, the instructors truly care about their students and make sure that everybody learns proper technique and has a great time. All classes are gi and usually run in the evening (which works well for me because of work/commuting), and there are morning classes as well. Glad to be training here and I've definitely caught the BJJ bug since I became a member!

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  Posted 7 years ago