The academy's approach prioritizes clear progressions, learning science, and long-term athlete development. Classes are intentionally designed to help students understand why techniques work, build skills step by step, and train safely at a pace that fits real life. The culture values consistency over perfection, coaching over chaos, and welcomes beginners while respecting experience. Students train in a calm, structured environment where questions are encouraged and growth is intentional.
The coaching team includes head instructor Kenneth Brown (3rd degree BJJ black belt), Matthew Weinberg (1st degree BJJ black belt and Kenneth's first black belt student), Becca Niburg (BJJ brown belt who leads the women's program), and Yemi Day (Muay Thai head instructor with martial arts experience since 1991). Together they maintain the academy's core values of clarity, safety, professionalism, and care for the student experience.
Laurel, United States 20707
Head Instructor
Kenneth Brown
Black Belt 3 Stripes
Facilities
Sports Offered
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Class Schedule
Monday (7 classes)
Gi All Levels
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in the gi for all skill levels, focusing on technique, leverage, and problem-solving
Kids BJJ (Ages 5-7)
Age-appropriate Jiu Jitsu focusing on confidence, discipline, and fun for younger children
Kids BJJ (Ages 8-12)
Jiu Jitsu program for older kids emphasizing skill development, discipline, and confidence
BJJ Fundamentals
Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program focusing on core techniques, fundamentals, and proper foundations
Gi All Levels
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in the gi for all skill levels, focusing on technique, leverage, and problem-solving
Muay Thai Fundamentals
Structured striking training that builds coordination, conditioning, and confidence with technical instruction
Advanced Muay Thai
Advanced Muay Thai training for experienced practitioners
Tuesday (8 classes)
Members Only Open Mat
Open mat sessions for members to practice techniques and roll
No-Gi All Levels
Grappling without the gi for all skill levels, similar to MMA-style training
Kids No-Gi (Ages 5-7)
No-Gi grappling for younger kids focusing on movement and basics
Kids No-Gi (Ages 8-12)
No-Gi grappling program for older kids
No-Gi All Levels
Grappling without the gi for all skill levels, similar to MMA-style training
Kids Muay Thai (Ages 8-12)
Kids Muay Thai emphasizing coordination, balance, conditioning, and structured instruction
Muay Thai Fundamentals
Structured striking training that builds coordination, conditioning, and confidence with technical instruction
Advanced Muay Thai
Advanced Muay Thai training for experienced practitioners
Wednesday (8 classes)
Gi All Levels
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in the gi for all skill levels, focusing on technique, leverage, and problem-solving
Kids BJJ (Ages 5-7)
Age-appropriate Jiu Jitsu focusing on confidence, discipline, and fun for younger children
Kids BJJ (Ages 8-12)
Jiu Jitsu program for older kids emphasizing skill development, discipline, and confidence
BJJ Fundamentals
Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program focusing on core techniques, fundamentals, and proper foundations
Women's Only BJJ
Women's only Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes emphasizing safety, inclusion, and confidence
Gi All Levels
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in the gi for all skill levels, focusing on technique, leverage, and problem-solving
Muay Thai Fundamentals
Structured striking training that builds coordination, conditioning, and confidence with technical instruction
Advanced Muay Thai
Advanced Muay Thai training for experienced practitioners
Thursday (8 classes)
Members Only Open Mat
Open mat sessions for members to practice techniques and roll
No-Gi All Levels
Grappling without the gi for all skill levels, similar to MMA-style training
Kids No-Gi (Ages 5-7)
No-Gi grappling for younger kids focusing on movement and basics
Kids No-Gi (Ages 8-12)
No-Gi grappling program for older kids
No-Gi All Levels
Grappling without the gi for all skill levels, similar to MMA-style training
Kids Muay Thai (Ages 8-12)
Kids Muay Thai emphasizing coordination, balance, conditioning, and structured instruction
Muay Thai Fundamentals
Structured striking training that builds coordination, conditioning, and confidence with technical instruction
Advanced Muay Thai
Advanced Muay Thai training for experienced practitioners
Friday (5 classes)
Kids Muay Thai (Ages 8-12)
Kids Muay Thai emphasizing coordination, balance, conditioning, and structured instruction
No-Gi All Levels
Grappling without the gi for all skill levels, similar to MMA-style training
Members Only Open Mat
Open mat sessions for members to practice techniques and roll
Muay Thai Fundamentals
Structured striking training that builds coordination, conditioning, and confidence with technical instruction
Advanced Muay Thai
Advanced Muay Thai training for experienced practitioners
Saturday (4 classes)
BJJ Fundamentals
Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program focusing on core techniques, fundamentals, and proper foundations
Women's Only BJJ
Women's only Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes emphasizing safety, inclusion, and confidence
BJJ Competition Class
Competition-focused BJJ training for students preparing for tournaments
Muay Thai Fundamentals
Structured striking training that builds coordination, conditioning, and confidence with technical instruction
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Location & Directions
Street Address
8730 Cherry Ln, Suite 14 Laurel, MD 20707
City, Country, ZIP
Laurel, United States 20707