Welcome to the Best Martial Arts Academy in Maryland for Authentic Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu!. Rising Tide Academy (formerly Gracie Jiu Jitsu Maryland) was started in 2009 by the Stewart brothers. Born and raised in Maryland, their reason for opening both academies was simple: provide the best training facilities for martial arts in Maryland.
Here at Rising Tide Academy (formerly Gracie Jiu Jitsu Maryland), we are honored to teach authentic Gracie Jiu Jitsu at both of our locations in Columbia, Maryland and Finksburg, Maryland. We specialize in teaching practical self defense designed for modern day applications. Members can expect top notch instruction from patient and enthusiastic instructors who have dedicated their lives to teaching the amazing art of Gracie Jiu Jitsu!
Here at Rising Tide Academy (formerly Gracie Jiu Jitsu Maryland), we are honored to teach authentic Gracie Jiu Jitsu at both of our locations in Columbia, Maryland and Finksburg, Maryland. We specialize in teaching practical self defense designed for modern day applications. Members can expect top notch instruction from patient and enthusiastic instructors who have dedicated their lives to teaching the amazing art of Gracie Jiu Jitsu!
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Rising Tide Academy, which teaches Relson Gracie Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai in Maryland, is a high quality martial arts academy with locations in Howard County and Carroll County, Maryland. These Jiu Jitsu schools are near Columbia, Maryland and Westminster, Maryland. Our caliber of martial arts instruction is second to none.
Learn About the Best Gracie Jiu Jitsu Instructors in Columbia, Maryland and Westminster, Maryland. Mike, along with his brother Jordan, are the owners and founders of Rising Tide Academy (formerly Gracie Jiu Jitsu Maryland). He is a lifelong student of the martial arts who has been training for over 25 years.
There are many great and practical martial arts schools in Columbia, Maryland. RIsing Tide Academy (formerly Gracie Jiu Jitsu Maryland) is the best martial arts school in Howard County and specifically Columbia, Maryland for children and adults to learn authentic Gracie Jiu Jitsu. Gracie Jiu Jitsu is a martial art that relies on principles of leverage, timing, technique, and patience.
Rising Tide Academy (formerly Gracie Jiu Jitsu Maryland) is located in Finksburg, Maryland in Carroll County and was established to bring the best martial arts training experience to the community. Owned and operated by the Stewart brothers, who were born and raised in Carroll County Maryland, the academy exists to empower students and end bullying in Carroll County schools.
Martial arts training is the perfect activity for children of all ages. It instills confidence, teaches discipline, and will have your child break a sweat with a smile. First and foremost, we teach our students how to defend themselves. Our training also helps students thrive outside of the academy by applying the problem solving skills and positive values of Jiu Jitsu.
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Mark McCurdy
Nov 07, 2021
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I have been training at Rising Tide for a little over 2 years at this point, and have been nothing but pleased with the service, quality of instruction, and overall environment of the gym. The people who work there, including the instructors and owners, are very welcoming and make you feel part of the team regardless of your skill level. I would, and do, highly recommend this gym to anyone looking to get involved with self-defense/jiu jitsu as the atmosphere is fun and positive and the people (students and instructors) are very supportive of everyone.
E. F.
Nov 07, 2021
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Excellent instructors, facility, and an overall outstanding community and atmosphere to train and have a great time learning. Mike, Stephen and all of the instructors are awesome. The staff have a wealth of knowledge and take a genuine interest in each students progression. Training safely is continuously emphasized and all egos are left at the door. The academy is huge and kept very clean. I’ve trained at various places through various moves and travels and Rising Tide is hands down the best! My child trains here as well and she loves it as well, the kids classes are great. Glad to have found
Bradley Baker
Nov 04, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
The best thing about Maryland is this gym and the community of people that surround it. Everyone is friendly and willing to help. The instructors and experienced students work hard to make you feel welcomed. They all work hard to help you get better. I highly recommend this gym.
The best thing about Maryland is this gym and the community of people that surround it. Everyone is friendly and willing to help. The instructors and experienced students work hard to make you feel welcomed. They all work hard to help you get better. I highly recommend this gym.
Adam J. Berlier
Nov 01, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality
Clear instruction from great people. I came in with no background and they have me hooked! I gain something from every class. I am really impressed that I receive as much individual coaching as I do at such a big gym. They are clearly motivated to make a positive impression in their community.
Clear instruction from great people. I came in with no background and they have me hooked! I gain something from every class. I am really impressed that I receive as much individual coaching as I do at such a big gym. They are clearly motivated to make a positive impression in their community.
Nate Stewart
Oct 29, 2021
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Honestly, what's not to love about Rising Tide? The mat space is HUGE and they clean it thoroughly after each class so it always looks and smells super clean. It's great for entire families to train together. The training itself helps deal with stress, anxiety and also builds up your confidence. All of the instructors are extremely helpful, friendly and knowledgable...they really make you feel like family. This is the place to be!
Tricia Baptiste
Oct 26, 2021
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Jason Lynch
Oct 17, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality
I have been training here for a month and a half. The instructors are very kind and always make time to answer any questions. The other students have been encouraging and willing to help a new white belt understand the sequences of moves. I am excited to be part of this gym and continue to grow my skill set along with my new friends.
I have been training here for a month and a half. The instructors are very kind and always make time to answer any questions. The other students have been encouraging and willing to help a new white belt understand the sequences of moves. I am excited to be part of this gym and continue to grow my skill set along with my new friends.
Connor Brown
Oct 17, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
Everyone at this gym is incredibly friendly and welcoming. The mats and bathroom are always clean, and staff are always available to help with anything you might need or questions you may have. Stephen, one of the instructors, is insanely skilled and a great teacher. Joining this gym was one of the best decisions I've ever made!
Everyone at this gym is incredibly friendly and welcoming. The mats and bathroom are always clean, and staff are always available to help with anything you might need or questions you may have. Stephen, one of the instructors, is insanely skilled and a great teacher. Joining this gym was one of the best decisions I've ever made!
Weirich Nathan
Oct 15, 2021
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I started training some time ago and picked this school out of others in the area for many reasons. The first being that the staff / instructors made me feel very welcomed and didn’t make me feel overwhelmed with pressure up front. I think the people I’ve met at this gym have been some of the best I’ve met and am happy I picked this spot to train!
Daniel Almosny
Oct 15, 2021
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Training at Rising Tide has helped me during stressful period of my life. Great experience. The instructors are very experienced and respectful. From the very first day instructors and students make you feel welcome.
Kids class are also held simultaneously with the adult fundamentals, so I can train at the same time as my 8yo, who has been loving the classes as well.
Kids class are also held simultaneously with the adult fundamentals, so I can train at the same time as my 8yo, who has been loving the classes as well.
