The Calvert MMA Academy is the home for Team Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Maryland - Lineage BJJ. We proudly offer martial arts instruction in REAL Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Vale Tudo, Self-Defense, Bully Prevention, Military Combative's, and Law Enforcement Control Tactics. At Calvert MMA, we offer a 100% member satisfaction guarantee- contact us today to learn how you can try any of our programs risk free.
What makes the Calvert MMA Academy different from other martial arts schools in the area is the quality of instruction, fun family atmosphere, and the best equipped, clean, and safe training environment you'll find. Our Gracie Jiu-Jitsu / Lineage BJJ program is run by black belt instructors with direct lineage under the Gracie family, the creators of Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
What makes the Calvert MMA Academy different from other martial arts schools in the area is the quality of instruction, fun family atmosphere, and the best equipped, clean, and safe training environment you'll find. Our Gracie Jiu-Jitsu / Lineage BJJ program is run by black belt instructors with direct lineage under the Gracie family, the creators of Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
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The Calvert MMA Academy opened in 2007, bringing world class instruction in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and Thai Boxing to Southern Maryland for the first time. In addition to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and Thai Boxing, we have had guest instructors teach American freestyle wrestling, western boxing, and Kodokan Judo at our academy.
If you are looking to experience proven martial arts programs in a safe, friendly, and clean environment, Calvert MMA Academy is for you. At Calvert MMA, we offer structured programs lead by knowledgeable instructors with decades of experience so you can achieve your personal training goals quickly.
Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a style of martial arts that focuses on self-defense and ground fighting. Calvert MMA Academy's beginner Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program (Lineage BJJ) is perfect for anyone wanting to start their training in BJJ. It's different than our advanced classes because we teach you the core fundamentals of BJJ in a professional, fun, safe, and cooperative environment.
Calvert MMA Academy - Lineage BJJ's Advanced Gracie Jiu-Jitsu program is open to all blue belt's students or higher rank. In the advanced Gracie Jiu-Jitsu program, students will learn Grand Master Relson Gracie's style of Jiu-Jitsu. In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition, Relson's record is unprecedented and unmatched to this day.
What makes the Calvert MMA Academy - Lineage BJJ different from many other martial arts schools is the Gracie Self-Defense program we teach? With the popularity of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitions, submission grappling tournaments, and mixed martial arts events, many have forgotten why Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was created.
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Greg P.
Dec 29, 2021
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Calvert MAA provides effective, old school Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with a valuable combination of self defense and competitive training. Due to work, I’ve had the opportunity to train at BJJ facilities throughout the country. While most gyms have their benefits, I can say without question that Calvert MMA maintains the most detailed instruction from professional and seasoned Professors. The curriculum is logical with time spent on both the founding principles of BJJ and new techniques alike. Much effort is spent to ensure that techniques are understood by all students. Furthermore, there are few
Matthew Sherman
Dec 25, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality
My 5 and 7 year old started taking BJJ at Calvert MMA about 5 months ago and love it. The owner, staff and instructors are all top notch. The instructors are great with kids, and actually teach them usable self defense techniques unlike other kids martial arts classes. I highly recommend Calvert MMA.
My 5 and 7 year old started taking BJJ at Calvert MMA about 5 months ago and love it. The owner, staff and instructors are all top notch. The instructors are great with kids, and actually teach them usable self defense techniques unlike other kids martial arts classes. I highly recommend Calvert MMA.
Randy Tipton
Oct 28, 2021
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Derek Voyles
May 13, 2021
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I stopped into Calvert MMA while I was in town. They were very friendly and professional. The instructors were very knowledgeable and helpful. I would definitely stop in again the next time I’m in town. If you are looking for a place to train Jiu-Jitsu or to start learning Jiu-Jitsu. I highly recommend Calvert MMA. I also happened to arrive a little early and saw a bit of the kids class. They looked like they were having a great time. If you’re thinking of getting your kids into Jiu-Jitsu this would be the place.
Timothy DeGrange
Apr 16, 2021
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Calvert MMA Academy has some of the hardest working men and women. Just from experience I've seen first hand how welcoming they are, their constantly helping everyone out, but in a certain way that's very genuine. I can see that their main focus is to teach what they do and to educate their students but at the same time they make sure it's a very safe, clean, and welcoming place to be in. But it goes way beyond just training. They put in the time to help show you something one on one if need be, and they will work with you if you aren't understanding a particular concept or if one needs guidance
Greg Espinoza
Aug 26, 2020
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I'm a visiting purple belt. I had a great experience training with these guys! Everyone was very friendly, welcoming and professional! I informed the professor that I had recently suffered a knee injury and he let me train at my own pace. Great technical instruction. The professor was very involved in the class going around and checking and adjusting, making sure everyone understood the technique. When rolling after class all the guys, including the professor, were careful with my knee and practiced a lot of restraint. All the guys were very relaxed, welcoming and down to earth. I would recommend
Will Lambert
Aug 13, 2020
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Only got to train here for about a month before the pandemic hit. It was a great introduction to the BJJ world. The instructors really take the time to teach the techniques and give individual attention to all who need it and ask. As a beginner I couldn't recommend this academy more. They teach competition style, no gi, and self defense techniques. A great all around education. Great instructors and great facility.
Dom Duvall
Aug 02, 2020
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I have been a member of Calvert MMA Academy for about 8 months. I usually attend the “BJJ fundamentals,” and “All levels” classes. My experience with the academy has been nothing but the best, the staff and other members are friendly and always willing to help you if you are struggling. The curriculum is well taught and the instructors are very knowledgeable in the world of martial arts. Before attending the academy I was a kid with low self esteem and had some experience with bullies. Now I’m very confident in myself and was able to stand up to the people who would try to bring me down
Ginger Fields
Jul 17, 2020
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Taylor Johnson
Jul 14, 2020
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My daughter has been training at Calvert MMA for the last year and the environment is amazing! The staff and students alike are extremely welcoming to new members making it easy to get comfortable. The professors and coaches truly care about their students and their development with classes for all ages and levels available. This is great because it offers different learning environments in order to accommodate the different learning styles and speeds your child may have. We also appreciate the encouragement to compete in tournaments, but there is no pressure to do so. Highly recommend this academy
