About 23 Minutes from North Bethesda
Martial Arts & Jiu-Jitsu in North Bethesda, MD
Learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai or MMA in nearby Gaithersburg. We have classes for kids and adults, and your first 7 days are free. Serving North Bethesda and all of Montgomery County, MD.
Closer Than You Think to North Bethesda
Why North Bethesda Chooses Our Mats
North Bethesda is full of energy, from Pike & Rose to the Strathmore music center. If you want a new challenge after work or school, martial arts is a great fit. North Bethesda sits in the middle of Montgomery County, Maryland, between Bethesda and Rockville.
Culture of Jiu Jitsu Academy is about 23 minutes away. Hop on I-270 from Old Georgetown Road and you're nearly here. Max Gimenis, an IBJJF World Champion and UFC fighter, leads the academy with co-owner Eric Philcox, a black belt under Max.
Whether you're a total beginner or you've trained before, there's a class for you. Kids ages 3-12, adults and women all have programs, and the first week is free.
Programs Open to North Bethesda
Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
- Teens and adults, Gi and No-Gi
- Beginner Fundamentals builds a strong base
- Advanced and Competition classes when ready
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
- Ages 3-12 in Little Roots and Big Roots
- No experience required
- Burns energy and builds good habits
Women's Only BJJ
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
Women's Only BJJ
- Women-only classes for adults
- Led by black belt Márcia Ramos
- Covers Gi and No-Gi
Muay Thai
Muay Thai
Women's Only BJJ
- Striking classes for adults
- Punches, kicks, knees and elbows
- Builds endurance and confidence
MMA
Muay Thai
MMA
- Mixes striking, wrestling and BJJ
- Adult classes for new and experienced students
- Taught at a gym led by a UFC fighter