BJJ Gyms in Maryland, United States

Capital MMA & Elite Fitness

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or BJJ (also written as jujitsu or jujutsu) is a martial art of Japanese origin in which one essentially uses levers, torsions and pressure in order to take one’s opponent to the ground and dominate them. Literally, jū in Japanese means ‘gentleness,’ and jitsu means ‘art,’ ‘technique.’ Hence the literal translation by which it’s also known, the ‘gentle art.’ The history of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) goes back through the Gracie family to their original teacher, Mitsuyo Maeda (Conde Coma) and his training in the Kodokan, the home of Judo. The overall fighting strategy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is designed to equip a physically smaller or weaker individual with an effective method of defending against a larger and stronger attacker. The innovations of the Gracie family, most notably by grandmasters Carlos and Helio Gracie, and continuing with BJJ fighters today, through constant testing and refinement in the crucible of actual fights, has resulted in this unique style of Jiu Jitsu. We Provide A Safe, Friendly and Fun Training Environment Offer Evidence based training programs Regard Every Member's training goals equally

El Dojo Westminster

Westminster Jiu Jitsu is a community of like-minded humans who are supporting each other's physical, mental, and spiritual growth through the values of martial arts: the lifelong pursuit of self-improvement as we create, explore, learn, and strengthen our relationships to mindfulness, endurance, and perseverance. The gym operates on a philosophy that says progression and efficiency are the most important concepts to work toward both on and off the mats. They keep it fundamental and allow the practice of Jiu Jitsu to cultivate the inner martial artist through hard work in the dojo and in daily life. Using creative constraint-led methods, they design practices that facilitate skill acquisition, provide an environment that gives autonomy to learners, and encourage mental conditioning. Classes are welcoming to every interest level, whether you're looking for a new recreational hobby, wanting to learn physical and mental life skills, or interested in competing in a dynamic sport. The lessons learned on the mat - perseverance, accountability, integrity, respect, humility, mindfulness, and critical thinking skills - help students thrive in their lives off the mat as well.