About Us

My name is Jake Lowenstein, and I am the head instructor at Back Bay Jiu-Jitsu. I grew up in Sandbridge and have lived in Virginia Beach for almost all of my life and grew up wrestling in the area. After I finished wrestling partly through college, I decided to begin my Jiu-Jitsu journey under Leo Dalla, a legendary instructor from whom I received all of my belts. Since I began Jiu-Jitsu, I have competed and won in many international open tournaments at all levels in both the gi and without a gi, as well as competing in tournaments like the IBJJF World Championships and IBJJF Pan Championships. Grappling and martial arts changed my life, and I want to share my knowledge and passion with people in the area to help them change their lives as well. 

We offer a kids program for children ages five and up. With multiple instructors per class, these classes are both stimulating and engaging while teaching kids discipline and physical fitness. These classes are taught in both the gi and without a gi. 

We offer classes for anyone who would like to participate in Jiu-Jitsu. We have an extensive beginner program, with classes throughout the week. We also offer classes for more advanced students interested in competing.