
Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and MMA right next door in Gaithersburg. We're less than a mile away, and your first week of classes is free. Serving Washington Grove and all of Montgomery County, MD.
Washington Grove is a small, historic town with tree-lined streets and a close-knit feel. Our academy sits just outside town, so training fits easily into your day. Washington Grove is a small incorporated town in Montgomery County, Maryland, right next to Gaithersburg.
Culture of Jiu Jitsu Academy is less than a mile away, about a 4-minute drive. You'll be here almost before you've left. The academy is led by Max Gimenis, an IBJJF World Champion and UFC fighter, and co-owner Eric Philcox, a black belt under Max.
No experience is needed to start. We teach kids ages 3-12, adults and women, and you can try any program free for 7 days.

From Washington Grove, take Grove Road or Oak Street toward Railroad Street.
Turn right on Railroad Street, then turn left onto East Diamond Avenue.
Turn right on Girard Street and park in our large lot at 220 Girard St, Suite H. The door is on the back of the building, across from the fenced basketball court. Total trip: about 4 minutes.





Max Gimenis is an IBJJF World Champion and UFC fighter. He co-owns the academy with Eric Philcox, a black belt under Max. You get elite coaching close to home in Montgomery County, Maryland.
You don't need any background in martial arts. Every class is taught so new students can follow along.
At about 4 minutes away, it's easy to train after work or school. Classes run Monday through Saturday evenings, plus early and noon slots.
Need more info? Call (410) 695-3400 or send a note to cultureofjiujitsu93@gmail.com.
Very close. It's about 0.8 miles, or a 4-minute drive, using Railroad Street and East Diamond Avenue.
Yes. All of our programs accept beginners. Wear workout clothes with no zippers, bring water, and start with a free 7-day trial.
We do. Kids ages 3-12 can join Little Roots or Big Roots, and no experience is needed.
Yes, a large lot with lots of spaces. Our entrance is on the back of the building, facing the fenced basketball court.
Classes are held Monday through Saturday evenings, plus some early and noon times. Check the online schedule for details.
We welcome students from all over Montgomery County, Maryland, including Gaithersburg, Derwood and Montgomery Village. The full list of towns we serve is just below.
We're proud to serve Washington Grove and these nearby towns:
Gaithersburg · Germantown · Rockville · North Potomac · Montgomery Village · Derwood · Darnestown · Clarksburg · Boyds · Poolesville · Olney · Laytonsville · Damascus · Potomac · Bethesda · North Bethesda · Aspen Hill · Wheaton · Silver Spring
You're practically our neighbor. Call (410) 695-3400 or tap below to get your free 7-day pass and pick your first class.
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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