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Ground Control Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Ground Control Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Affiliation: Renzo Gracie
4.761 reviews
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About Ground Control Jiu-Jitsu Academy

At Ground Control, we are passionate about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and dedicated to helping students of all experience levels discover the transformative power of this martial art. Located in Maryland, Maryland, our academy welcomes everyone from complete beginners to experienced grapplers.

Our experienced instructors bring years of dedicated training and a genuine love for the art to every class. We emphasize strong fundamentals, technical precision, and a supportive training culture where every student is encouraged to grow at their own pace.

We offer Adult programs designed to serve our diverse student body. Whether your goal is fitness, self-defense, competition, or simply the challenge of learning a complex martial art, Ground Control has a class for you.

Come experience the Ground Control community for yourself. Your first class is on us — we look forward to welcoming you to the mat.

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Reviews

4.7
61 reviews
Andrew Garbus
2025-08-09

I dropped in here back in June when I was in town for a wedding. Training here was the highlight of my weekend. The staff is kind and courteous, instructors were knowledgeable and ran a very fun class, and my training partners were all respectful. Looking forward to visiting the school again the next time I’m in nearby and think it’s a great school to train at full time if you’re in the Baltimore area.

Akaninyene-Maryland Food Guide
2023-10-20

My son joined a few weeks ago and loves it. This is the training spot for Father Time Binky Jones

Genevieve Ramirez
2024-08-14

I dropped in for a no-gi class when traveling from Texas. I was welcomed with open arms by everyone! Coach Frank was very attentive and incredibly helpful throughout class. My training partners were very respectful and overall was an amazing experience. Will definitely be back if I’m ever back in Baltimore.

Frequently Asked Questions

IS THERE A FREE TRIAL CLASS?

Absolutely. We invite all prospective students to try their first class free at Ground Control. It's the best way to experience our training environment, meet our coaches, and see if BJJ is right for you. No experience or equipment needed — comfortable athletic clothing is fine.

DO I NEED ANY EXPERIENCE TO START?

No experience necessary! Ground Control welcomes complete beginners. Our instructors break down every technique step by step, and our community is known for being welcoming and patient with new students. Everyone starts as a white belt, and that's exactly where you should start too.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO MY FIRST CLASS?

For your first visit, comfortable athletic clothing works perfectly — a t-shirt and shorts or athletic pants. Once you commit to training regularly, you'll want to invest in a gi (kimono). Our coaches can recommend quality options at a range of price points.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I TRAIN?

Most students at Ground Control train 2 to 3 times per week and see consistent progress. Showing up regularly matters far more than training intensely once in a while. We offer multiple class times throughout the week so you can find a schedule that fits your life.

DO YOU OFFER CLASSES FOR KIDS?

Yes! We offer dedicated programs for children and teens at Ground Control. Our youth classes focus on discipline, respect, confidence-building, and the fundamentals of BJJ in a safe, fun environment.