What are the opening hours?

Monday 4pm - 9pm Tuesday 4pm - 9pm Wednesday 4pm - 9pm Thursday 4pm - 9pm Friday 4pm - 9pm Saturday 12pm - 2pm

Element Academy

• Martial Arts Academy

Taught by instructors with over 20 years of competition and instructor experience. ELEMENT ACADEMY

Element Academy is a Martial Arts Academy located in Virginia Beach, Virginia lead by former UFC Fighter and 3rd Degree Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, Mackens Semerzier. We specialize in Youth and Adult Martial Arts, utilizing the techniques and tactics of Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai Kickboxing. We cover all aspects of Martial Arts & Self-Defense

• Philosophy
• Self-Defense
• Striking

06/07/2026

Congratulations to our teammates and all the competitors that stepped on the mat at NAGA VB yesterday!

05/26/2026

Tuesday & Thursday nights at Element Academy 🦅

🥊 5:30PM — Thai Boxing
🤼 6:30PM — NoGi Grappling
🥋 7:30PM — BJJ Fundamentals

Build skill. Build confidence. Build community.
All levels welcome. Come train with us.

05/24/2026

May 25th Open Mat 10a-12p.
First hour Gi / Second hour No-Gi
Youth & Adults invited
**No evening classes**

05/11/2026

More than a workout. More than a sport.
Jiu-Jitsu builds confidence, discipline, and real toughness — on and off the mats.

Every roll makes you better. 🥋🔥

✅ Real self-defense
✅ Mental strength
✅ Strong community

Whether you’re brand new or experienced, there’s a place for you here.

📩 DM “ROLL” to start your first class FREE.

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04/15/2026

Congratulations to our youth bjj athletes. Take every win, loss, and lesson in stride.

More to come 💪💪💪

04/14/2026

NEW TUESDAY & THURSDAY SCHEDULE!!!

Please check your email inbox for more details!

03/30/2026

Congratulations to all of the competitors from this past weekends Newbreed Grappling tournament in Virgina Beach.

Much appreciation to all of the parents, instructors, teammates, and supporters that make these moments possible.