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BJJ Gyms in Maryland
61 BJJ gyms across 36 cities in Maryland — including 36 with a free trial, 49 beginner-friendly, and 57 with kids' classes. Pick a city for full listings with member reviews, live open-now hours, and the classes each gym runs — or browse the map.
BJJ — the gentle art — has spread from Rio to every corner of America, and Maryland now has academies for every reason people train: a nervous first class, a serious workout, self-defense, kids' and women's programs, or the competition team. You don't need to be fit or experienced to walk in; all levels are welcome — just leave your ego at the door.
Cities in Maryland
- Baltimore
- Rockville
- Annapolis
- Silver Spring
- Forest Hill
- Frederick
- Gaithersburg
- Takoma Park
- Glen Burnie
- Hyattsville
- Bethesda
- Bowie
- Callaway
- Catonsville
- College Park
- Columbia
- Cumberland
- Essex
- Finksburg
- Hagerstown
- Hanover
- La Plata
- Laurel
- Mt Airy
- North Bethesda
- Nottingham
- Olney
- Parkton
- Pikesville
- Rosedale
- Salisbury
- Timonium
- Towson
- Westminster
- White Plains
- Windsor Mill
Featured BJJ gyms in Maryland
Ranked by what members say — Google rating weighted by review count. See the full best-of-Maryland ranking →
Bowerhouse MMA
5 ★★★★★ 346 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Baltimore Martial Arts Academy
4.7 ★★★★★ 319 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Team Randori Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 256 reviews
Culture of Jiu Jitsu Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 199 reviews
Rising Tide Hi Tech Martial Arts: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 197 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Groundworks Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 169 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
More ways to train in Maryland
- Best BJJ gyms in Maryland — the state-wide ranking
- BJJ for beginners — 49 beginner-friendly gyms in Maryland, ready for your first class
- Kids & teen BJJ — 57 gyms in Maryland with youth programs
- Free trial classes — 36 gyms in Maryland offer a free trial or intro class
- Women's BJJ — 17 gyms in Maryland with women's classes
- Browse BJJ class types — beginner, kids', women's, private, no-gi, open mat, competition team and more
BJJ programs in Maryland
Find the class that fits — whether you're starting from zero, bringing the kids, or chasing your first competition.
Other martial arts trained in Maryland
Most BJJ gyms are multi-art. Here's what else Maryland gyms teach under the same roof.
BJJ in Maryland: common questions
- How many BJJ gyms are in Maryland?
- Our directory lists 61 BJJ gyms across 36 cities in Maryland. The cities with the most are Baltimore (6), Rockville (5), Annapolis (4).
- How much does BJJ cost a month in Maryland?
- Most Maryland gyms don't post prices online. Across BJJ gyms in our directory that do list a rate, monthly memberships run about $30–$120 (median around $70). BJJ is usually sold as a monthly membership, and rates vary by academy. Many offer a free or discounted first class — see our cost guide for typical ranges.
- Are free trial classes available in Maryland?
- Yes — 36 gyms in Maryland advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro week. It's the low-pressure way to try a class before you commit; confirm the current offer on the gym's site.
- Can beginners and kids train BJJ in Maryland?
- Absolutely — BJJ welcomes all levels. 49 Maryland gyms are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly, and 57 run kids' or youth programs. You don't need to be fit or have any experience to start, and no reputable gym makes you roll before you're ready.
- Do I need to be in shape or spar to start BJJ?
- No. You can start with zero fitness base and no experience — the training itself gets you in shape. Rolling (live sparring) builds up gradually and a good gym never throws beginners into it; tapping early and often keeps every roll safe. Drilling-focused fundamentals classes let you build skill at your own pace, and you can leave your ego at the door.