
Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and MMA for kids, adults and total beginners. Hop on the Beltway to I-270 and start with a free week. Serving Silver Spring and all of Montgomery County, MD.
Silver Spring has a lively downtown, the AFI Silver Theatre and the green trails of Sligo Creek Park. If you want a workout that also teaches real self-defense, martial arts is a smart next step. Silver Spring is one of the largest communities in Montgomery County, Maryland, right on the D.C. line.
Culture of Jiu Jitsu Academy is about 28 minutes away using the Beltway and I-270. It's led by Max Gimenis, an IBJJF World Champion and UFC fighter, and co-owner Eric Philcox, a black belt under Max.
New students are always welcome. We have classes for kids ages 3-12, adults and women, and you can try it all free for 7 days.

From Silver Spring, get on I-495 West, the Capital Beltway, near Forest Glen.
Follow signs for I-270 North toward Frederick. Then take I-370 East to exit 2.
Take MD-355 North for about 1.7 miles to Girard Street. Park in the large lot and head to Suite H on the back of the building, across from the fenced basketball court. Total trip: about 28 minutes.





Max Gimenis is an IBJJF World Champion and UFC fighter. He runs the academy with co-owner Eric Philcox, a black belt under Max. It's championship-level coaching right here in Montgomery County.
Never trained? That's fine. Our classes teach the basics clearly, and your first week is free.
We hold classes Monday through Saturday evenings, plus early and noon options for busy weeks.
Still curious? Call (410) 695-3400 or email cultureofjiujitsu93@gmail.com.
About 18 miles, or roughly 28 minutes, using I-495 and I-270.
Not at all. Every program welcomes beginners. Wear workout clothes with no zippers, bring water, and use your free 7-day pass.
Yes. Kids ages 3-12 train in Little Roots and Big Roots, and no experience is needed.
Yes. We have a large lot with plenty of spaces. Our entrance is on the back of the building, across from the fenced basketball court.
Classes are Monday through Saturday evenings, with some early and noon times too. See our online schedule for exact times.
We welcome students from all over Montgomery County, Maryland, including Wheaton, Bethesda and Aspen Hill. The full list of towns we serve is just below.
Along with Silver Spring, we welcome students 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
We'd love to meet you on the mat. Call (410) 695-3400 or tap below to get your free 7-day pass.
Culture of Jiu Jitsu Academy
220 Girard Street, Suite H Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Phone: (410) 695-3400
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Serving Montgomery County, MD: Gaithersburg, MD · Germantown · Rockville · North Potomac · Montgomery Village · Derwood · Darnestown · Clarksburg · Boyds · Poolesville · Olney · Laytonsville · Damascus · Potomac · Washington Grove · Bethesda · North Bethesda · Aspen Hill · Wheaton · Silver Spring
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