Culture of Jiu Jitsu Academy at a Glance
About the Academy
Culture of Jiu Jitsu Academy is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and MMA academy in Gaithersburg, Maryland, serving families, beginners and competitors across Montgomery County. It was founded in December 2022 by Max Gimenis and Eric Philcox, and instruction is rooted in GFTeam methodology. The academy is rated 4.9 stars on Google, and every new student gets a free 7-day trial.
Coaches
Max Gimenis, Co-Founder and Head Instructor: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, IBJJF World Champion and UFC heavyweight competitor. Eric Philcox, Co-Founder: black belt under Max Gimenis. Guto Santos: 1st degree black belt and kids instructor.
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
Kids classes are grouped by age: Baby Roots (ages 3–4), Little Roots (ages 4–7) and Big Roots (ages 8–12). Classes build confidence, discipline, respect, focus and real self-defense skills in a fun, structured setting. No experience is needed. For a trial class, kids wear athletic clothing without zippers; a kids gi is used once enrolled.
Teen & Adult Programs
Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (teens and adults): Beginner Fundamentals, All-Levels Gi, All-Levels No-Gi and Advanced/Competition training, Monday through Saturday. Women's Only BJJ (adult women): Gi and No-Gi classes built for complete beginners. Muay Thai (teens and adults): striking, pad work and conditioning; members need boxing gloves and shin guards. MMA (adults): Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, wrestling and boxing combined, led by Max Gimenis.
Free Trial & Your First Class
Every new student gets a free 7-day trial pass, and no experience, fitness or flexibility is required. Wear an athletic shirt and shorts or leggings without zippers, remove jewelry, keep nails short, and bring a water bottle and flip-flops. Pricing isn't published online; a coach goes over membership options in person during your trial. Call (410) 695-3400 or email cultureofjiujitsu93@gmail.com to book your first class.
Location & Areas Served
220 Girard Street, Suite H, Gaithersburg, MD 20877. Students train with us from Gaithersburg, Germantown, Rockville, North Potomac, Montgomery Village, Derwood, Darnestown, Clarksburg, Boyds, Poolesville, Olney, Laytonsville, Damascus, Potomac, Washington Grove, Bethesda, North Bethesda, Aspen Hill, Wheaton and Silver Spring. See the Schedule page for current class times, or call (410) 695-3400.