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Bowie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 79 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Bowie, Maryland
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Membership memberships run around $99/mo — many academies also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-member rates
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes (ages 3–13) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule bowiejiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (301) 321-2552
Hours
| Monday | 6–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:20–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9–11 AM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 6–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We have been attending the Little Champs program at Bowie Jiu-Jitsu Academy for a couple of years now and I cannot say enough positive things about our experience.”
“Kenny also does a fantastic job teaching the teen and adult groups; he ensures that all the students get help.”
“They break down the techniques step-by-step; and will go over lifesaving scenarios multiple times to make sure that you know how to protect yourself.”
“Whether you’re a beginner or have experience, this is the perfect place to grow, learn, and connect.”
What members say
“My Girl Scouts Troop recently took a trial class and Coach Kenny did an amazing job with them.”
“The instructors are welcoming, knowledgeable, skilled, and members make you feel like family.”
“The instructors are welcoming, knowledgeable, skilled, and members make you feel like family.”
“They break down the techniques step-by-step; and will go over lifesaving scenarios multiple times to make sure that you know how to protect yourself.”
“We've been coming to Bowie Jiu-jitsu since my son was 4 years old & now he's 6. We love the atmosphere & the instructors are amazing.”
“And, with a Gracie University subscription included, it is amazing to be able to look at techniques online and come to class to practice them and receive instruction.”
From the reviews
I have always been interested in learning the art, but I kept hearing how people get hurt fast. Then I found this place and its been great. I'm learning all of the BJJ principles SAFELY in Gracie COMBATIVES!!! Kenny is awesome, always ready to hit the mat an extra time so you get it crispy. Everyone is helpful...
Highly recommended!! Kenny is very knowledgeable and patient with the young group. He makes the lesson fun and exciting. Kenny also does a fantastic job teaching the teen and adult groups; he ensures that all the students get help. Bowie Jiu-Jitsu Academy(Kenny and Mark) and all the members have become like family.
We've been coming to Bowie Jiu-jitsu since my son was 4 years old & now he's 6. We love the atmosphere & the instructors are amazing. We're like family now & we love Mr. Kenny.
I can’t say enough wonderful things about Bowie Jiu-Jitsu. My son has been attending since Fall 2024 and he enjoys going each week. The instructors are fantastic, providing a supportive and engaging environment.
New to BJJ? Start at Bowie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Bowie Jiu-Jitsu Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Bowie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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