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Hereford Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Parkton, 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
- 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
- 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
- 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 herefordbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (667) 247-8356
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9:30–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | 9:30–11:30 AM |
The classes they run
“My daughter and I take classes here, and we are fortunate to have amazing instructors, especially the ones who teach children.”
“I attended the women’s only class on Fridays with Heather and had a blast!”
“I visited Hereford BJJ when I was in town to see family, and came to a nogi class and an open mat.”
“Friendly, knowledgeable instructors that truly care about your success whether you’re looking to get in shape, compete, or learn self-defense.”
“I visited Hereford BJJ when I was in town to see family, and came to a nogi class and an open mat.”
“Friendly, knowledgeable instructors that truly care about your success whether you’re looking to get in shape, compete, or learn self-defense.”
“From the first time I came to see a class, I have found this group to be welcoming, patient with the learning experience and have left each time pumped to come to the next class.”
Other martial arts here
“Herefeord BJJ has partnered with a scholastic wrestling program and offers this instruction to students.”
What members say
“Friendly, knowledgeable instructors that truly care about your success whether you’re looking to get in shape, compete, or learn self-defense.”
“From the first time I came to see a class, I have found this group to be welcoming, patient with the learning experience and have left each time pumped to come to the next class.”
“From the first time I came to see a class, I have found this group to be welcoming, patient with the learning experience and have left each time pumped to come to the next class.”
“I found it to be a technique focused class which was comfortably challenging (as comfortable as one can be while being put into uncomfortable positions that is, lol).”
“Another asset is how clean everything is: the building is kept in amazing shape, which adds to the overall experience.”
“My daughter thrives under the guidance of these talented coaches, who build her confidence and bjj skills.”
From the reviews
Most reviews will say that Hereford BJJ is a great place with great instructors. That is certainly true, but it does not explain why I don’t just train here, my family NEEDS THIS in our lives.
Great atmosphere and great instructors! If you’re looking for a great school for you or your kids this is the place to go hands down!
Great instructors who make it a family affair. Followed them here when they started this school. When I first started a few years ago I wasn't sure if it was for me. Welcoming instructors, atmosphere, and classmates made me want to keep coming back and learn.
If you’re looking for world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction in a welcoming and supportive environment, Hereford Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the place to be! I’ve had the privilege of training with Coaches Richard and Tom for about a year, and their passion for the art is matched only by their dedication to their…
New to BJJ? Start at Hereford Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Hereford Brazilian Jiu Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Hereford Brazilian 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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