Attended a yoga class here taught by Athena. It was my first yoga class in several years and I was…read morevery nervous but wanted to check it out to switch up my typically workout routine. It was great! The studio is great, bright, clean, and spacious. The mat provided a lot of cushion for me and my joints for the poses. The class was for beginners and the instructor did a great job explaining each pose and demonstrating them as well for those of us who were either not familiar or not as familiar. The music was nice and relaxing. The instructor made sure to let you know that if you couldn't, weren't comfortable, or weren't ready to try a pose to either try something else that was not as difficult or complicated. The only thing I would change is to have a fan in the studio. It was a little warm and stuffy in there but other than that it was great!

I had been searching for a place to resume martial arts training after many years off. I reached…read moreout to multiple schools in the area. Kogen's was the most professional and responsive by far. I did my trial lesson and was thoroughly impressed with the facility (has old school Dojo vibe), and everyone I met. My instructor, Tommy, is top notch. So far I am very pleased with the experience and would recommend to anyone looking for BJJ or Muay Thai.

I've trained combative martial arts and sporadic trial BJJs in the local area and across the…read morecountry. Max and Heather at Shoreline offer, by far, the best instruction and environment I've encountered. The other belted students are also great teachers whether it's a class, open mat or regular roll. I joined Shoreline because they offered what I need that most gyms don't have; a purple belt female instructor with Muay Thai/competitive background, a black belt Gracie Barra bred instructor, an emphasis on mobility and understanding of deep fundamentals, and month-to-month contracts. What I didn't realize I'd also be getting was nearly private instruction, a view of Brazilian culture and traditional BJJ history, and a home/family feel at a gym that I've never had in the other many gyms I've been a part of (I move every year). If the gym size turns you away, your first step in becoming a better fighter is adjusting your priorities. There is plenty of space for great rolls and drills, you have the undivided attention of an instructor to clean up any slop in your movement, and you don't have a loud kickboxing class in the background competing for your ears. Your development is individualized on an actual program of building blocks, not a "let's learn a random sweep today" mentality. The cues and details in their brain are insanely helpful, and I've had massive breakthroughs in my jiu jitsu and overall athleticism. Bad habits I was always allowed to make that would've gotten me submitted or injured are getting drilled out of me and I'm gaining a LOT of advantage with subtle adjustments. Ladies, this is your sign to join. Heather offers insights from a really formidable background, and it's important to have the perspective in reference to a female physiology. You CAN toss around men who are stronger and heavier; she does it all the time! You'll learn momentum, mobility, speed and balance caveats that level the field. I started solely for self defense training. They're happy to teach to those parameters, but also are active in competing and refereeing, and I now am addicted to rolling and seeking comps. Your path will be respected. Finally, they're also just so much fun! Training can be frustrating when you're eager, but I've never left a class without a massive smile on my face.

Shoreline Jiu Jitsu is a super inclusive environment. They really embrace individuals of all ages,…read morephysical abilities, and levels of experience. They really have an a friendly and supportive staff who have helped mentor me on my Brazilian Jiu Jitsu journey. I also like how they show the prices right there on their website instead of bait/switch like other BJJ gyms in the Annapolis area have done.

My 5 year old son bonded with professor JP and his other instructors here immediately. They are so…read morewelcoming. Such a great sense of community! Agoge encourages kids to grow together and include one another. A great team effort but also work on individual goals. We are so impressed! I can't wait to watch my son thrive in this environment.

Life changing for the better. If you don't train, you are making a mistake. Agoge is the best…read more Professors are outstanding.

I grew up training at Ivey League, left BJJ for a while then came back a few years ago when it…read morechanged to Crazy 88. Many of the old pictures on this page are pictures of me. The community here is incredibly welcoming and encouraging. Over the 15 year span since I started until today, I still see a lot of the same faces from when I started. The people of Crazy 88 Severna Park are hard-working, caring, humble, selfless and respectful. Unlike many gyms in the area, this gym has a culture of hard work and respect. There is absolutely no better place to learn martial arts in Anne Arundel County.

Passed my year already with 88 and I cant say enough about the team and how they've helped me in…read moreevery aspect of life not just martial arts. Feel myself always getting better and I know everyone has my back. Family not factory.

I was in town for a conference. I contacted them ahead of time, they got back to me and told me…read moreabout their schedule. I ended up attending open mat. Everyone was in the gi but they accommodated my no-gi 10th Planet work. The black belts were super chill, the purple belts gave me fun rolls, and blue belts and I learned a lot together. Highly recommend the clean facilities, cool staff, and I even got a t-shirt! If I am in town again, I am training here.

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.

When I inquired about classes and pricing, the response was evasive, something to the effect of…read more"come on down for a class and we can talk about it." Also there is no schedule on their website. I had to ask them to send me one. Again, this may be a great school but the lack of transparency made me look elsewhere.

Update** Thank you to Noel and his instructors for…read moreprotecting my child!!! Today a child (now former student) who had been bullying my daughter assaulted her at the gym. He was pulled off of her and restrained by an instructor. The child then cussed at and hit the instructor in the face. He was restrained and removed from the training area to protect the other children. The parents, who see no problem with their "angel's" behavior, wrote a bad, and completely FALSE review just moments ago out of spite. Please disregard their lies and come check this place out for yourself. Thanks again to Noel and crew. This place is incredible. The instructors and students are extremely supportive and easy-going. They have students of all sizes and skill levels. The kids programs are awesome too with an after school program that helps the kids do their homework and then rolls them right into training. This is our new family!!

I began studying the martial arts at age 6, over 20 years ago. Since then, I have trained at over…read more5 different schools, in various forms of martial arts. I had always heard about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, but never knew of any schools offering it in this area. After my first class at Baltimore BJJ, I knew my search was over. At many of the other dojos, I learned a great deal of material that I was unable to use against a non-cooperative partner in sparring. It was very exciting when I found that I was able to actually use what I was taught at Baltimore BJJ in sparring, and presumably, self-defense. Now, I will hopefully never have to use those skills in self-defense, but the impact Baltimore BJJ has had on my personal life is incredible. Knowing that each week I can go in and learn and invaluable skill while getting a great workout alongside a great group of people is awesome. It's nice to have something that I can depend on, where, as long as I put forth the effort, I will succeed. Earning my Blue Belt was a huge event, of which I am very proud. I have earned Black Belts at other schools, but earning my Blue Belt at Baltimore BJJ is probably the accomplishment I cherish the most. I plan on being a student of Baltimore BJJ for a long, long time. With each class, I can feel my knowledge and skill growing. It's great to be working on something positive. The longer I train, the more I look forward to each class. The classes are a lot of fun, and a lot of hard work. My advice to anyone considering studying a martial art is to come down to Baltimore BJJ ASAP, because every day you delay is another day you could have spent on this amazing journey of self-improvement through BJJ.

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.

Fabulous organization and business. The instructors are professional, knowledgable, kind, and make…read moreevery student (child and adult!) feel welcome and valued. We have experience with the Gracie Bullyproof class(8-9 yr old son) and Women Empowered(myself) and I can't recommend them enough! The Women Empowered class boosted my self-confidence and has equipped me to defend myself with their practical application of self- defense techniques. I feel safer when I am out and about, either alone or with my children, because of my WE training. Izumi(instructor) is encouraging, patient, and fosters a sense of belonging and family within the WE class. Kenny is a rockstar instructor and owner! My son grew in confidence and strength in Kenny's Bullyproof class. Bullyproof provided my son a consistent and powerful mix of different skill sets that impact the whole child, such as: physical activity, social skills, civic responsibility, healthy habits, strength through patience, and looking out for others, to name a few. Five stars all the way!

We can't say enough good things about our experience trying Kenny's classes. He makes the kids feel…read moreextremely comfortable and instills confidence in them which will carry over to other aspects of their life. They also get a nice workout too!

I write this reviewafter a guy told me a great martial arts teacher is someone who wants to see the…read morebest in their students without making the student feel intimidated. He went on to say that a teacher who loves the art of martial arts will show their passion and do their best to instill the same to all their students. Definitely felt that atmosphere and welcoming environment when I entered this facility. The coaches are handpicked where they their to build others while improving their skills. This facility continues to grow and expand. Provides a range of different classes and encourages for the whole family get involved. In all let the clan keep expanding!

Very good school! The teachers Griff & Kenneth) seem nice and patient. They're real good on…read moretechniques.

Excellent martial arts class! My son has really enjoyed his classes. The instructors are very…read morekind, patient, and professional, and they know how to work with children in a way that is fun yet disciplined. I've noticed that my son has gained more confidence, discipline, and self-assurance since he started. We love the atmosphere and the way they motivate the kids to give their best. I definitely recommend this place to any parent looking for an excellent martial arts class for their children.

My son has been doing karate here 3 months and it is great. The instructor makes this the perfect…read morelevel of challenging, and fun for the kids. I notice a big improvement with my son's strength, balance, and agility. It has also taught him patience. Yesterday he broke a board and he was so proud. Def recommend