Jiu Jitsu Dojos in Columbia

We welcome user reviews and corrections of listings, as we strive to provide the best and most up-to-date information possible. Simply click on the listing below for more information.

Latest Update to Maryland Brazillian Jiu Jitsu School database:

Gracie Jiu-jitsu Columbia


Columbia, MD - 21046 | (443) 605-3775

Details: There are many great and practical martial arts schools in Columbia, Maryland. Relson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Maryland is the Best Martial Arts school in Howard County and specifically Columbia, Maryland for children and adults to learn Authentic Gracie Jiu Jitsu. Gracie Jiu Jitsu is a Martial Art which relies on principals of leverage, timing, technique, and patience. Most Karate schools in the Columbia area only teach punching and kicking techniques which require strength, power, and speed. Relson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Maryland offers a structured and practical curriculum so that even people who are not athletic and who may lack size or strength will have success with our martial arts lessons. Relson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Columbia takes great pride in offering practical self defense lessons. Many Karate schools in Howard County teach traditional Karate forms, outdated Karate techniques, and Karate weapons. At Gracie Jiu Jitsu Maryland we only teach the most useful martial art techniques for surviving an actual altercation. When seaching for the perfect academy for your family, you want to accomplish a few key things: You want a Martial Arts school that is immaculate and well maintained. You want to train in a cooperative and friendly environment. You want to feel recognized and you want to be able to see and feel improvement. You want to train under helpful, experienced and encouraging instructors who can relate to the needs of a beginner. The only way to achieve the best martial arts training in Howard County is by practicing under the watchful eye of a qualified and professional martial arts instructor who has real life experience and who cares about your safety. Students who train at Relson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Maryland in Columbia, Maryland will enjoy learning authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu techniques in a fun and positive environment. Safety, progress, and ability of the student to defend his or herself are of the highest priority. You will be learning from the most enthusiastic and dedicated Martial Arts instructors in Howard County. Relson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Maryland is the only authentic Gracie Jiu Jitsu school in Columbia and the only academy in the area frequented by Grandmaster Relson Gracie. Virtually every karate school in Howard County will teach great life-skills and values. Practicing any martial art such as Karate or Tae-Kwon Do provides the amazing benefits of stress relief, weight loss and increased confidence. We encourage every person to try out every other Martial Arts Academy in Howard County BEFORE participating in our free ten day trial. This is how confident we are in our system. This location is very convenient for residents of Columbia, Elkridge, Ellicott City, Fulton, Highland, Woodbine, Laurel, Clarksville, and Scaggsville in Maryland.

Ground Control Columbia


Columbia, MD - 21045 | (410) 992-4662

Details: Ground Control is the largest and most recognized mixed martial arts academy in Maryland. At Ground Control mixed martial arts academy, we teach MMA, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, muay thai and boxing. Ground Control is a place where people of all ages and fitness levels work as a team to achieve their goals in physical and mental excellence through martial arts and fitness. Our family of jiu jitsu professors, boxing coaches, and MMA trainers all work together to help our members reach their fitness goals. We train like we are family! Everyone is here to help and encourage each other to set and achieve their goals. It does not matter if you just want to come in, have fun, and relieve the stress that life brings your way, or if your goal is to lose 20 lbs., Ground Control will get you there. Parents can participate in a martial arts class, private boxing instruction or a fitness class, while their kids work on developing confidence and discipline in our Brazilian jiu-jitsu program. At Ground Control, it really does not matter who you are, how old you are, or what your ultimate goals are, we can help get you there. Do you want to train to be a Brazilian jiu-jitsu world champion, professional fighter, or just have a ton of fun? Come try our academy out for free! There are no obligations or pushy sales people – just a team that will help you reach mental and physical achievements beyond anything you though possible. Come join our family and be part of something amazing!

Gunn Academy Of Mixed Martial Arts


Columbia, MD - 21045 | (443) 545-5123

Details: The name “Gunn Academy” comes from Shaun’s ancestry line of the Scottish Clan Gunn. The Gunn motto Aut Pax Aut Bellum that is displayed in the sword is Latin and means Either Piece or War or as Shaun likes to say the Yin/Yang of Scotland. As the school was forming, Shaun’s family, friends and students came up with and voted on the name in honor of Shaun’s dedication to teaching and the commitment he has given as a coach, instructor and mentor.

Ju-jitsu Dojo Of Columbia


Columbia, MD - 21046 | (410) 309-1988

Details: Looking for an established traditional martial arts school which offers practical self defense training, and is not interested in competition? You've come to the right place! Since 1990, Ju-Jitsu Dojo of Columbia has provided Japanese ju-jitsu-based, practical self-defense training to men and women from all walks of life. Current and former students consistently remark that the type and quality of training we provide is very difficult to find. If you want to learn how to: avoid threatening situations; respond to lower-level threats; defend yourself against a wide variety of armed and unarmed attacks. Come train with us. No prior experience is required. Individuals of all sizes and ages, including those with disabilities, train here - so can you! In addition to learning to protect yourself, the way we train will increase your: endurance, strength, coordination, cardiovascular fitness. We also offer youth classes, where our younger students develop situational awareness and learn the fundamentals of self-protection. Good values and character development are also an integral part of our training program.