The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 121 vetted & reviewed in the Gaithersburg area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Gaithersburg
Alliance Jiu Jitsu Maryland
Ascend Institute of Martial Arts
Ashburn Jiu Jitsu
Berwyn Heights BJJ
Beta Academy
Cochabamba Jiu Jitsu + MMA
Culture of Jiu Jitsu Academy
Dennis Brown Shaolin Wu-Shu Center
Double Eagle Fitness
Estilo Jiu Jitsu
Evolve Academy
First Defense Krav Maga
Gracie Combat Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Groundworks Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Han Mi Martial Arts / Gracie Damascus
Jow Ga Shaolin Institute
Krav Oz
Pure Performance Martial Arts Center
Qi Elements Center For Taijiquan & Qigong
T.a.g. Muay Thai
Team Passos Jiu Jitsu
Uskc
Wing Chun MD
Yamasaki Academy
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Alliance Jiu Jitsu Maryland (The Foundry)
(50)
Environment
Black Belt
Self Defense
“The instruction here is highly technical, the students are friendly and supportive, and it's the only school in the area with a women's class (taught by a female black belt), which has been extremely helpful.”
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Evolve Academy
(45)
“After going to Evolve Academy for 5 years and participated in all the programs they have to offer, I can proudly say that Evolve is one of the best institution to learn martial arts.”
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Culture of Jiu Jitsu Academy
(42)
“The place isn't just bright, clean, and spacious with great people but also you will be trained by a world class instructor (Max Gimenis), it's like being trained on how to play basketball by Michael Jordan.”
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Groundworks Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(49)
Mats
Town
Technical
“A little confusing for me to find as an out of towner and it's located in the back of a church, but the parking lot was nice considering street parking is difficult to find.”
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Dennis Brown Shaolin Wu-Shu Center
(13)
“Trained by master Brown has always left a love for shaolin wushu in my heart.”
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Jow Ga Shaolin Institute
(7)
Online Store, Online Payments, Request a Lion/Dragon Dance
“Great Do Jo with excellent facilities and awesome teachers”
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Beta Academy
(49)
Travel
Weight
Culture
“Besides the technical proficiency of the instructors, the BJJ teaching pedagogy makes the science of ground fighting easy to grasp and accessible to both kids and adults.”
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Team Passos Jiu Jitsu
(49)
“We have had such a fantastic experience at this studio for the last year and a half and see such a joy in our kids as they learn and improve their skills.”
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Estilo Jiu Jitsu
(49)
Skill
Culture
Mats
“Here, Luis and Sara built a community where members not only refine their techniques but also find solace in a space that values their well-being, both physically and emotionally.”
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Krav Oz
(48)
“Krav Oz has a great group of instructors that genuinely cares about the students' progress through the curriculum ensuring that every individual understands what is being taught by spending the time to teach to the student's ability.”
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T.a.g. Muay Thai
(48)
“Made decision to enroll after two-week free trial, which helped me a lot in deciding whether to pursue Muay Thai or not (as opposed to other martial arts).”
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Wing Chun MD
(35)
Kung fu
Ip Man
Practice
“Overall, I would highly recommend this martial arts class to anyone looking for a supportive community, a skilled and dedicated instructor, and a practical and effective approach to martial arts training.”
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Ascend Institute of Martial Arts
(26)
Atmosphere
Cardio
Skills
“I only do the strength & conditioning and cardio kickboxing classes (non-contact membership), which I thoroughly enjoy both and receive helpful advice from the staff.”
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Berwyn Heights BJJ
(28)
Class
Environment
Program
“The structure of the program, the relaxed and cooperative atmosphere, the quality of the instruction, coupled to Joe's relentlessly friendly and positive attitude and his attention to detail, have made for a remarkable learning experience from day 1 ...”
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Cochabamba Jiu Jitsu + MMA
(31)
Competition
Parent
BJJ
“In this time, our boys have gained a lot more confidence, strength and discipline, which shows in their daily schooling and other athletic activities - Bullying is no longer a concern for us.”
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Pure Performance Martial Arts Center
(23)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Pure Performance is a Hybrid
“There are multiple disciplines to train in - BJJ, Krav Maga, Judo, Muay Thai, and others - and you can train in all of them as much as you like with your membership.”
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Ashburn Jiu Jitsu
(25)
Facility
Self Defense
Goals
“I was pretty nervous as I had no idea really what to expect, but Mike and Jake helped me to feel welcome and not out of place, and are really amazing instructors.”
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Gracie Combat Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(14)
Belt
Train
Veterans
“Instruction - Beginning with great instruction, Dave, Matt, and Adam teach basic and advanced techniques and break them down so their easier to understand.”
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Yamasaki Academy
(20)
Belt
BJJ
Competitive
“Mario arrived 27 years ago, bringing with him the unfiltered, not for sale, but you have to earn it, through 1000's of hours of blood, sweat and tears to become a black belt instruction.”
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First Defense Krav Maga
(19)
Second Home
Classes
Learn
“Most people can't handle sticking with Shuai Jiao over the long-term, but if you are one of the few, there are legit fighting skills to be earned in this rare art that is hyper-focused on throwing.”
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Double Eagle Fitness
(3)
Nutrition, Personal & Small Group Training, Kids, Teens, & Adult Self Defense Classes
“After years of consistent training 2X a week with these folks, i am pain free, cane free, and physically proud of myself!!”
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Uskc
(7)
Skills
Self Defense
“I strongly recommend you try a free class and confirm what everyone is talking about”
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Han Mi Martial Arts / Gracie Damascus
(12)
Jiu-Jitsu
Taekwondo
Kendo
“My little guy is learning how to follow instructions, be respectful, and the beginnings of self defense along with some self condfidence in the Little Dragons class.”
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Qi Elements Center For Taijiquan & Qigong
(6)
Sifu
Health
Teaching
“Because it takes concentration to learn, it is both a temporary stress reliever (in class, there is nothing to pay attention to concentrating on the task at hand, so worries fall away)and, over time, brings a general relaxation to the body and mind.”
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