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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Frederick
5 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Frederick, Maryland
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
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 (ages 3–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciejiujitsufrederick.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (301) 288-1005
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter has been taking classes here for about six months, and she convinced me to join about 5 weeks ago.”
“If your thinking about picking up a new sport or want to learn self defense I highly recommend give Gracie Jiu Jiu-jitsu in Fredrick a try!”
“They have created a welcoming environment for individuals of all skill levels.”
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What members say
“Coach Brock spent a great amount of time with her, explaining things and ensuring she was welcomed and comfortable.”
“We felt welcomed from the very first class and look forward to classes every week.”
“They create an environment that feels like family, where you’re constantly encouraged to grow—not just as a martial artist, but as a person.”
“The gym offers training and focus on mastering the fundamentals as well as teaching how to be successful in more advanced classes.”
“We started with the 10-days free trial for my daughter and she loved it! She has grown more confident and is going 3x a week now.”
“If your thinking about picking up a new sport or want to learn self defense I highly recommend give Gracie Jiu Jiu-jitsu in Fredrick a try!”
From the reviews
This is the best Ju Jitsu gym! My 9yr old daughter and 16 yr old son both train here and we couldn't be more pleased. The instruction is top notch- fun and informative. You can tell that the instructors really care about each of the students and helping them to progress.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Frederick location is absolutely amazing! Brock and Julie are dedicated coaches, they are committed to their students whether they are younger or older. They are kind, friendly and knowledgeable which makes the classes even more engaging and fun.
My son and I have been training here for a couple of months and we absolutely love it. We tried out a couple of other Jiu-Jitsu gyms in the area before coming here, but they just didn’t compare. Coach Brock and his staff are amazing, and they do an incredible job working with children of all ages.
My daughter has been taking classes here for about six months, and she convinced me to join about 5 weeks ago. The instructors work extremely well with kids and young adults, which as a teacher myself, I can appreciate.
New to BJJ? Start at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Frederick
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Frederick 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 Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Frederick
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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