Been training here since the opening and cant get enough of it! they have an amazing instruction…read moreand their head professor, Sergio is a 4th degree black belt in Brazilian jiu-Jitsu. They have so many different classes to choose from and their hours make it easy for my schedule whether I work mornings or nights. highly recommend!

Perfect place!! Excellent instruction. Good for all levels to come and try out Professor Sergio…read morePimentel teaches great technique and will give you an excellent work out. Great place friendly environment for anyone. Don't be scared it's open to anyone who desires a great workout!!! See you at the mats!!!!

Strongest competition gym in the Lancaster area. Deep pool of experienced, competitive training…read morepartners.

High level training with very good instructors and kind, helpful men and women who love to help…read morerookies and see them develop. My son, daughter and I were treated like friends the first day we got there.

Great Gym, I haven't met the owner John, but I have spoken with him over the phone, seems like…read moresuper cool dude. All of the coaches there from the jiu-jitsu coaches, boxing coach, Muay Thai coach they're all great and very helpful if you ask. I would highly recommend going here. It's $160 a month for unlimited classes. It's totally worth it in my opinion if you're a fan of mixed martial arts, gyms don't get much better than this. I really don't see what they could do much better than what they already have so John, good job, and I look forward to meeting you in the future.

Is this still open for a 17 year old? I'd love to learn martial arts and boxing to improve my…read morestrength and learn new hobbies!!

I've trained at other places across the country and this is one of the most welcoming school I've…read moreever been to. New people - be it beginners, or seasoned grapplers are always welcome to roll and the students grapple accordingly. No 'hazing' the new guy. The instructor Jeff Mitchell is a blackbelt under world champion Robson Moura, and teaches with careful attention to detail that every level can learn from. Great instruction and great students makes for a great school.

You will never find a better combination of knowledge and welcoming in a gym. The entire gym exudes…read morepositive energy, and what is taught is beyond reproach. I cannot recommend Elite enough. Do yourself a favor and choose this gym whether it be for you or your children.

Dropped in for a Muai Thai class while traveling for work. The class was awesome. Everyone there…read morewas very welcoming and friendly and the the instructor was great with some really fun slick combos we were training that day. If you're in the area definitely check out Top Flight!

I took the beginners MMA class. The goal was to build confidence and look good naked. When I first…read moresigned up I was very nervous. I have absolutely zero fighting skills and experience. The first week was me asking the other guys in class a lot of very basic questions, which they were very glad to answer. Their reasoning being it is better for me to learn right than to pick up a bad habit which might hurt myself or others. The work out was nice, but in order to get the best results you need to get your reps in at home. "fatigue makes every warrior a wuss" By the second class I had the rhythm down on how classes progress. I knew what to bring and where to stand. Any drill I didnt know I asked and some one explained it. By the second week I was shadow boxing at home, in the office, just thinking about my combos. I would run after work on days I had no class and do chin ups. By the third week I felt like a champ every time I put on my gloves. and I found myself staring at myself in the mirror a bit more and liking what I saw. The coaches are there every class, this gym is not a place for judgement or bad attitudes. I was treated with respect and dignity, but I did have to bring respect and a desire to learn in order to get the most out of class. I also had to develop a personal workout routine outside of class to maximize its benefits for my own goals. I would recommend this place highly, and will continue to go in the future. PS: no one was wearing any tap out shirts or just beating on the little guy. I would know I am the little guy.

Finest instruction available in the tri state area. Head instructor professor Monroe Hall has roots…read moreall the way back to the very first real brazilian instruction that came to md. In that ninety's . It's a great gym in everyway with a killer yoga class and expert staff. With that and professor Halls authentic competition tested jiu jitsu you can not go wrong. Affordable as all hell. I just came from morning. Jiu jitsu taught by professor Hall and I feel great. Incredible energy. Extremely affordable private lessons available six days a week.

I went to a Saturday class, taught by Joshua Jones. Mind you I have never done Jiu Jitsu in my…read morelife! Only seen it but he was able to break it down for a newbie to understand some "basic" maneuvers which was super hard and my body was soar the next day for sure but it was awesome. The class is coed and I strongly suggest the women to try the class and if you can bring a friend so they can be your partner!

Team Randori is a special place. The coaching staff has a lot of great experience and more…read moreimportantly is great at actually teaching and sharing it. They've also made a point of curating an academy roster full of respectful and safe training partners. Professor Al is always looking for ways to improve the experience for students, and also just happens to be a real good guy. Whether you've never tried BJJ before or are a grizzled vet new to the area and looking for a gym, you won't find better.

Great school! Great atmosphere! Great people! A very pleasant welcoming family minded environment…read more Everyone is all smiles. The professors, coaches and instructors could not have been more of a pleasure. I really think everyone should try this wonderful school. So happy I found them :)

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.

Incredible place to train with great instructors and people who want to help you succeedread more

I've been training at Alliance Jiu Jitsu for about 2 months and I've loved every minute of it. This…read moreis one of the few real Brazilian Jiu Jitsu schools around this area (they also do Muay Thai and Kali, but I haven't gone to those sessions). Instruction takes place every day of the week except Sunday. Most days, training is done wearing a gi (the uniform) and one day is reserved for no-gi classes. I can't recommend this place enough. Alex is an encyclopedia of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu knowledge and the other instructors are also well-trained and friendly. Alliance is the most prominent team in North America having won the world championships several years in a row. There's really no better team to train with in the country. Alliance's American headquarters are in Atlanta, but this is the only Alliance school within this area. Even if you have to pay a bit extra and drive a bit further, it's worth it because their reputation is unmatched. I did Taekwondo for a couple of years prior to Jiu Jitsu and I can honestly say I've found Jiu Jitsu to be on a different level. It's much more demanding physically (which is great because it helps you lose weight and condition your body) and is incredibly technical. It's also very difficult to fake being good at grappling, so you can see your progression very clearly over time. It will require patience because it's a complex, technical art, but you'll begin to notice results both in terms of your technique and your stamina within a few weeks. You will probably continue to get your butt kicked in class for a while, but you'll feel more confident in yourself and your ability to use self-defense techniques. The people here are also generally a friendly group. There's no "macho" vibe going on and everyone is very helpful in getting you to improve your game. Every day I finish class, I leave with a feeling happy and with a sense of accomplishment. There are people of all ages and all levels here. Give it a try!

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!