About 11 Minutes from Derwood
Martial Arts & Jiu-Jitsu in Derwood, MD
Jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai and MMA just a few miles up Crabbs Branch Way. Kids and complete beginners are welcome, and your first 7 days are free. Serving Derwood and all of Montgomery County, MD.
A Few Miles Up the Road
Why Derwood Residents Train With Us
Derwood sits right between Rockville and Gaithersburg, near spots like the Shady Grove Metro station and Rock Creek Regional Park. That puts you only a few miles from our academy. Derwood sits in central Montgomery County, Maryland, between Rockville and Gaithersburg.
Culture of Jiu Jitsu Academy is about 11 minutes from Derwood. Take Redland Road to Crabbs Branch Way, then Oakmont Avenue, and you're here. Our head coach is Max Gimenis, an IBJJF World Champion and UFC fighter, and co-owner Eric Philcox is a black belt under Max.
Whether you ride the Metro, commute on I-370 or just want a gym close to home, training here is easy to fit in. Try any class free for 7 days, no experience needed.
What Derwood Students Can Train
Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
- Weekly gi and no-gi classes
- A clear starting point for new adults
- Tougher rounds for experienced grapplers
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
- Open to kids ages 3–12
- Little Roots and Big Roots age groups
- Real anti-bullying skills, taught calmly
Women's Only BJJ
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (Ages 3–12)
Women's Only BJJ
- A welcoming, women-only class
- Instruction from black belt Márcia Ramos
- No sports background needed
Muay Thai
Muay Thai
Women's Only BJJ
- Stand-up striking for fitness and skill
- Hand wraps and gloves as you progress
- An adult program for all levels
MMA
Muay Thai
MMA
- Grappling plus striking in one program
- A great next step after BJJ or Muay Thai
- For adults, beginners included