
Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and MMA classes for kids, adults and first-timers. Head south on Woodfield Road to Gaithersburg and try your first week for free. Serving Laytonsville and all of Montgomery County, MD.
Laytonsville has a small-town feel, with open fields and quiet country roads. But when it comes to martial arts, you still want real coaching close to home. Our gym gives you that without a long trip. Laytonsville is a small town in the northern part of Montgomery County, Maryland.
Culture of Jiu Jitsu Academy is about 16 minutes away in Gaithersburg. You ride Woodfield Road most of the way, then a few short turns bring you to Girard Street. The academy is run by Max Gimenis, an IBJJF World Champion and UFC fighter, and co-owner Eric Philcox, a black belt under Max.
New to martial arts? That's okay. Our coaches teach you step by step, and we have classes for kids, adults and women. Your first 7 days are free, so you can try it before you decide.

From the center of Laytonsville, head south on Laytonsville Road. At the traffic circle, take the second exit onto Warfield Road.
Turn left onto MD-124 South, also called Woodfield Road. Stay on it for about 3.5 miles as you roll into Gaithersburg.
Turn onto Saybrooke Oaks Boulevard, then Victory Farm Drive, which leads to Girard Street. Our door at 220 Girard St, Suite H is on the back of the building, across from the fenced basketball court. Total trip: about 16 minutes.





Max Gimenis is an IBJJF World Champion and UFC fighter. He and co-owner Eric Philcox, a black belt under Max, run the academy and coach our students. You get elite coaching close to home in Montgomery County, Maryland.
You don't need to be fit or tough to start. Beginner Fundamentals classes walk you through the basics, and your first 7 days cost nothing.
Classes run Monday through Saturday evenings, plus some early and noon options. Kids and adults both train in the evening, so families can often make one trip.
Have a different question? Call us at (410) 695-3400 or email cultureofjiujitsu93@gmail.com.
About 6 miles. Most trips take around 16 minutes using Woodfield Road, depending on traffic.
Yes. Beginners are welcome in every program. Wear comfortable workout clothes without zippers, bring water, and start with our free 7-day trial.
Kids Jiu-Jitsu is for ages 3-12, split into Little Roots and Big Roots groups. New kids can try it free for a full week.
Yes. There's a large parking lot with lots of open spaces. Our entrance is on the back of the building, across from the fenced basketball court.
We hold classes Monday through Saturday evenings, with some early and noon sessions too. Check our online schedule for exact times.
We welcome students from all over Montgomery County, Maryland, including Olney, Montgomery Village and Damascus. The full list of towns we serve is just below.
Besides Laytonsville, students come to us from these nearby towns:
Gaithersburg · Germantown · Rockville · North Potomac · Montgomery Village · Derwood · Darnestown · Clarksburg · Boyds · Poolesville · Olney · Damascus · Potomac · Washington Grove · Bethesda · North Bethesda · Aspen Hill · Wheaton · Silver Spring
Your first class is a great place to start, even if you've never trained. Call (410) 695-3400 or tap the button below to get your free 7-day pass, and we'll help you choose a 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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