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St. Marys Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 60 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Callaway, 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule stmarysbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (804) 214-6790
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6–8 PM |
| Friday | 4–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 8–10 AM |
The classes they run
“Has solid conditioning, introduction classes, classes for kids, intermediate classes all taught by practitioners with years of experience.”
“From fundamentals, Gi/No Gi and Muay Thai classes, I've gained so much discipline in my life that has in turn made me better at being a mom and a full time employee.”
“Highly recommend, especially if you are just starting out and hesitant on the sport and self defense.”
“Whether it’s Jiu jitsu, muy thai, or functional fitness, all of the classes are formatted to appropriately challenge the beginner to the seasoned martial artist.”
Other martial arts here
“From fundamentals, Gi/No Gi and Muay Thai classes, I've gained so much discipline in my life that has in turn made me better at being a mom and a full time employee.”
What members say
“Starting with no experience in BJJ, I've always felt all the instructors and higher belts have been amazing at teaching the techniques and drills.”
“The best part by far is the community, everyone is a joy to work with and it really is a second family.”
“Stripes and belts are not just given but they are earned and they take their time to make sure that you have crafted your technique so that you may move up.”
“We stumbled upon this great gym two years ago during a difficult time for our family.”
“From fundamentals, Gi/No Gi and Muay Thai classes, I've gained so much discipline in my life that has in turn made me better at being a mom and a full time employee.”
From the reviews
I’ve known Danny for years and he was one of my very first jui jitsu coaches. He has also trained both of my boys (from ages 7 till 10). His skills as a jui jitsu coach and his kind and giving personality are part of what got me addicted to the sport!
I have had the great pleasure of learning BJJ from Danny and could not be more pleased with what I have gained from him. His ability to connect with his students, quickly adapt to their learning styles, and his extensive knowledge of Jiu Jitsu make him an exceptional instructor.
I am kicking myself for not joining sooner! This gym truly stands out as a five-star gem in every aspect. I popped in to see if this would be a good fit for my feral five year old and neurodivergent seven year old with motor skill delays. The moment I stepped foot into St. Mary’s BJJ, I was warmly greeted by Ian.
I moved to Leonardtown 18 months ago and initially wasn’t able to train because of COVID. After things opened up I was able to start shopping around the area looking for a good fit. As soon as I stepped into St Mary’s BJJ, I knew I had found my team.
New to BJJ? Start at St. Marys Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
St. Marys Brazilian 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 St. Marys 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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