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Foundation Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 86 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Pikesville, 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
- 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule thefoundation-jiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 410-419-9869
Hours
| Monday | 6–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–12 pm, 6–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6–9 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–12 pm, 6–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I came through visiting town for work and am still very new to the sport, but coach jeff and the whole team welcomed me right in and let me learn in the fundamentals class.”
“I’ve enrolled my nephew into the little kids program and he’s been having a blast learning in class.”
“It’s a great group to train with, and there’s something for everyone at this gym, from hobbyists to competitors.”
“Beginner through advanced classes, day and evening, and the best Open Mat Saturday in town.”
“not only am I learning self-defense but I'm also sharpening my mental and physical abilities.”
“Jeff Mount is a great coach and teacher who caters to everyone from the beginner white belt to the competition ready black belt.”
What members say
“Jeff Mount is a great coach and teacher who caters to everyone from the beginner white belt to the competition ready black belt.”
“Jeff Mount is a great coach and teacher who caters to everyone from the beginner white belt to the competition ready black belt.”
“Jeff was so welcoming and his instruction was excellent, breaking down each technique clearly and effectively.”
“I came through visiting town for work and am still very new to the sport, but coach jeff and the whole team welcomed me right in and let me learn in the fundamentals class.”
“I’ve enrolled my nephew into the little kids program and he’s been having a blast learning in class.”
“Jeff Mount is a great coach and teacher who caters to everyone from the beginner white belt to the competition ready black belt.”
From the reviews
Professor Jeff Mount is incredible! He is one of the finest young up and coming Black Belts in the area. Great classes and really detail oriented. Great group of people with every belt represented. Beginner through advanced classes, day and evening, and the best Open Mat Saturday in town.
I dropped into Foundation Jiu Jitsu for an Advanced Gi Class. Jeff was so welcoming and his instruction was excellent, breaking down each technique clearly and effectively. He cares about his students, taking the time to help each of them individually during drilling.
Been training under Jeff for 5 years, it’s been one of the most rewarding additions to my life. The students and instructors are always a pleasure to interact with, I always leave with a feeling of fulfillment. Jeff is super knowledgeable on what he teaches, and encourages you to ask questions.
This is the best jiu jitsu gym in the area! Jeff Mount is a great coach and teacher who caters to everyone from the beginner white belt to the competition ready black belt. He keeps the gym super clean and is always eager to help his students grow. I can't recommend this place enough.
New to BJJ? Start at Foundation Jiu-Jitsu
Foundation Jiu-Jitsu 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 Foundation Jiu-Jitsu
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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