Super fun open mat at GC Hunt Valley; great mats and heavy bags; they also have a cage which makes…read moreit more fun than similar places without these kind of wrestling opportunities.

From the owner: At Ground Control Hunt Valley, we believe everybody is a fighter…you just don’t know it yet!…read more Whether you want to be a pro MMA fighter one day, or if you’re just trying to learn a new fun and engaging hobby, our experienced instructors will work with you, your children, and your entire family. You will learn key aspects of self-defense, by taking our classes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai, kickboxing, mixed martial arts, and more! All the while making lifelong friends, losing fat, building muscle, and becoming the best version of yourself. We can’t wait to see you on the mats!

This place is truly a family to me. Everyone here is great from the instructors to the students…read morethat attend. Would not trade this school in for any other.

Stanley Combatives is the perfect gym in which to train combat sports. The environment is…read moreexceedingly welcoming and family friendly. Brian Stanley is extremely well-trained, knowledgeable, passionate, and kind. He has created an environment that focuses on being humble warriors and respecting all but fearing none. The encouraging energy is created by instructors and fellow teammates. The vibes of the gym resemble that of a close-knit team, and we consider ourselves a family that opens its arms to anyone who wants to put in the work and learn something new. With that being said, everyone at the gym likes to have a good time and classes are often accompanied with laughs. Stanley Combatives currently offers a variety of class options including Muay Thai, BJJ, conditioning, and street self-defense. Personally, I had never trained any kind of combat sports before joining the gym, but I enjoyed it from the moment I stepped on the mat. 10/10 cannot recommend enough- absolutely top tier.

I started Judo at the Compound about a year ago. The gym is great, the instructor is top-notch,…read moreand the whole experience is low-pressure and fun. Everyone is nice-- there's a range of ages and skill levels and we're all having fun learning together.

Great atmosphere. Friendly instructors and students. Really appreciate how clean the space is as…read morewell.

Joshua is one of the best Martial Arts instructors i've met. He has decades of experience in both…read moreMuay Thai and Jiu Jitsu, and is a fantastic teacher no matter what level of experience you're at! College park MMA is easily one of the best places you can pick to learn, whether you're just starting out, or experienced in the sport.

I am probably the last person who would have thought I would do any sort of MMA. If someone told me…read moreI should do this a couple of weeks ago, I would have got a great laugh and stuffed myself silly with chocolate. Recently, I was in the market for trying something new because Groupon adventures add interest to my life. This was one of them. 1st day of instruction went something like this: We show up, do some basic movements, pair up, practice, and somewhere in between we switch partners and I am paired with a 200lb wrestler. HAH! After getting shaken around a bit, still scared out of my mind and questioning my choices up to that point, I got a great workout, a load of information, and some very useful self-defense moves. Bless these guys for going easy on me because I do not have any sort of muscle definition. I bet if I come here often enough I can one day overtake them because BJJ is more so about skill than it is about strength. The instructor Josh was very patient with us. We came in with no experience and he was able to skillfully show us how to do BJJ even if it took a couple of times. Can't say this type of workout is for everyone since it's a full contact sport but, was very fun and an incredible workout. Would highly recommend this place to anyone, amateur or pro who wants to improve their skill because the skills you learn are definitely useful. Keep in mind this place is not aesthetically pleasing and not the cleanest because people keep sweating profusely but, it's still a great learning experience with awesome people who know their craft so, that's why I gave it 5 stars. Definitely, check out their site for schedules and such because there's more info on there. Give it a chance if you're up for the challenge!

We have been going here for over a month now and really enjoy it . It's really generous that the…read moreowner lets the kids try out the program for a free two week trial. My son had never participated in anything like this before but as soon as he had his first class he really loved it and kept asking to continue . I like how the coaches don't treat the kids like babies and add a sense of discipline. Jake is one of the coaches there and it's really awesome to see him calling the kids by their names and supporting them throughout the class.

First off, I am obsessed with Muay Thai. Been training since 2014 and competing since 2017, with 3…read moremonths training in Thailand. I'm not a great fighter at all but muay thai is something I truly love. I look forward to it at the end of the day and see it as something that gives and rejuvenates me rather than taking away from me. Anyways, I came to TAG MT during a business trip and had known about this school already from watching TAG MT youtube instructional vids. I came early and got to see the kids class. It's a great balance of technical drills but also having lots of fun as the reward. The coaches are great and the kids look up to them, fully engaged and are adorable in their big Muay Thai shorts :P Head Instructor Kru Chris Aboy has an amazing personality and teaching style. His encyclopedic knowledge and teaching methodology is phenomenal. He can read each student individually while also making adjustments to the class as a whole depending on where everyone is at with the previous drill. You don't feel left behind at all. Coach James is amazing as well leading the partner drills and demos (for both Kids + Adults). In general, Phase 1 covers fundamental techniques including movement, defense, attacks, and counters through progressive partner drills. Coaches will demo technique, then go around reading students and providing helpful corrections and explaining the reasons why. Calistechnics and shadowboxing in-between rounds really push the conditioning. Controlled sparring drills towards the end adds just enough unpredictability yet retaining safety and technique. Phase 2 builds upon Phase 1 and adds in more advanced drills, focusing on more advanced strategies and technical sparring. For seasoned nak muay, TAG offers an in-depth knowledge and well rounded in all aspects. I really love their elbow/knee/clinch game. Nothing is watered down at all. I learned a LOT of new details to improve my technique is just one session. Most importantly, I felt taken care of and safe the entire time. If you live in the DC Metro Area and are interested in learning Muay Thai, whether it's for self-defense or competition, I strongly suggest checking out TAG Muay Thai. You will learn authentic, pure hard-hitting Muay Thai at TAG, along with the humility and respect of Traditional Muay Thai.

Professor Hernan provides a safe and fun atmosphere to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. It is beginner…read morefriendly and offers multiple classes for different age groups. This place really becomes a second home to you and members treat each other with respect like a family. Professor Hernan is extremely approachable and can tailor his answers to fit your jiu jitsu strategy, from beginner to advanced. As I've progressed under this program, I've noticed my confidence and health has improved. I return from training sessions having learned a lot and feeling great from a challenging workout.

Stellar instruction and a very welcoming environment. A must try for beginners and experienced…read moremartial artists.

Ladies, if you're interested in learning self‑defense, but feel hesitant about training in a…read morepredominantly male environment, I highly recommend Crazy88! In Jiu Jitsu, you'll be surrounded by positive, respectful, and encouraging male energy, while gaining the confidence and skills to protect yourself. In Muy Thai, Kayla is a phenomenal coach, who is funny, personable and is excellent at teaching fundamentals in a way that is both fun and challenging!

My Son was amazing at all his training. He has obtained a lot of discipline and lots of fighting…read moreskills while he has been here. I would say this place is best for my child.

This place is awesome. I stopped by while in town visiting my family and everyone in the gym was so…read morewelcoming. Very respectful and knowledgeable people. I'll definitely come back to train here whenever I'm in town.

lol hi my name is tj Kyle here is a GREAT coach im a kid btw lol and hes taught me how to fight for…read moreabout 5 years and i got in a fight with these kids and i learned whaat i got taught so good job kyle lol