MMA Gyms in DC Area?

sespi
sespi Posts: 17 Member
edited December 20 in Fitness and Exercise
I've recently started going to an MMA gym for kickboxing, boxing, and BJJ classes - and I love it! I love the workouts, I love the other people, and I love the atmosphere. It's not fancy (just some mats, a ring, and some heavy bags), but the instructors know what they're doing and everyone there is encouraging and helpful. Unfortunately, we're moving to the DC area in a month, so I've got to find another gym up there now. :grumble:

I've found quite a few looking around on Google, but I was wondering if anyone here had any recommendations for one that you've been to and liked and could help me narrow down my list.

Thanks in advance!

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  • sespi
    sespi Posts: 17 Member
    Nobody?
  • srpm
    srpm Posts: 275 Member
    :frown: I was really hoping you would get a good recommendation...
  • shanjen27
    shanjen27 Posts: 19 Member
    Hi! My husband & I own a Martial Arts school in CT, but I can look into a reputable school in the DC area through our marketing company. I'll post a reply once I find out. Have a great day!
  • sespi
    sespi Posts: 17 Member
    Thanks kickchick! I appreciate it :)
  • spartacus69
    spartacus69 Posts: 235
    Where specifically in DC? The District itself? NoVA? MD? Last thing you want is an hour's drive around the Beltway ...

    I haven't rolled in years (blown ACL during judo), but I think the following are highly regarded:

    Yamasaki: http://www.bjjdc.com/

    Irvin: http://www.lloydirvinlive.com/

    Maguilla: http://bjjonline.com/

    The local Gracie affiliations have changed a few times over recent years; here's the current page: http://www.gracieva.com/
  • sespi
    sespi Posts: 17 Member
    Thanks for the recommendations, spartacus69! Ideally, I'd prefer for the gym to be in the Silver Spring/Bethesda area, but I'd consider Northern Virginia if I really liked the gym. I'll definitely check out those websites - the Gracie affiliate in particular looks awesome.
  • spartacus69
    spartacus69 Posts: 235
    Yep, the Capital/Gracie spot in Takoma Park is very close to Silver Spring.

    Maguilla is right in Silver Spring, but that's pure BJJ which may not be what you're looking for. He's a 4th degree black belt under Carlson Gracie - serious fighter!
  • srpm
    srpm Posts: 275 Member
    YAY for good recommendations! :)
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