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Martial Arts Schools in California, MD

3 schools in and around California, Maryland — most schools let you watch a class or take a free trial before you sign anything — go in the time slot you would actually train, not the demo hour.

Lineage BJJ Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

44723 St Andrews Church Rd, California, MD 20619

🥋 BJJ, Judo, MMA

+13013778773 Website Directions

Master Shim's Black Belt Academy

23415 Three Notch Rd, California, MD 20619-4017

+13017374553 Website Directions

Tae Kwon Do Karate / taekwondo

23415 Three Notch Rd, California, MD 20619-4017

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More schools within 30 miles of California

Only 3 schools listed in California itself, so here are the closest ones in nearby towns. Distance is straight-line from California.

Deans Okinawan Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo

📍 1.2 mi · 23725 Three Notch Rd, Hollywood, MD 20636-3004

🥋 Karate

+13019042742 Website Directions

River Dragon Dojo Karate / taekwondo

📍 4.8 mi · 21600 Great Mills Rd. Suite 23 , Lexington Park, MD 20653

🕒 Tuesdays from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Website Directions

Master Chan Sung's Black Belt Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

📍 5.3 mi · 22640 Gregory Dr, Leonardtown, MD 20650-4723

🥋 Taekwondo

+13014759525 Website Directions

Shido School of Self Defense

📍 7.4 mi · 20 Appeal Lane , Lusby, MD 20657

+14104743089 Directions

Black Belt Academy of Prince Frederick Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

📍 16.2 mi · 285 Merrimac Ct, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

🥋 Muay Thai, Boxing, Taekwondo

+14104147530 Website Directions

Tolson's Okinawan Karate Karate / taekwondo

📍 18.1 mi · 29770 Three Notch Rd, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622-3191

🥋 Karate, Taekwondo

+13016938749 Website Directions

Black Belt School of Martial Arts

📍 24.3 mi · 5900 Cherry Hill Rd, Huntingtown, MD 20639-3407

+14102863600 Directions

Calvert MMA Academy - Lineage BJJ / Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

📍 25.3 mi · 25 Dalrymple Rd, Sunderland, MD 20689

🥋 BJJ, Wrestling, Judo, Muay Thai, Boxing, MMA

+14102575425 Website Directions

Before you sign: ask about the contract, not just the monthly rate. Month-to-month is common; 12-month agreements with cancellation fees are also common and rarely advertised on the wall. Ask what is extra — belt testing fees, uniforms, competition team dues — and whether the head instructor actually teaches the classes you would attend or only the advanced ones.

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Good to know about martial arts schools in California

How to become a certified yoga instructor?
To become a certified yoga instructor, complete a Registered Yoga School program, usually requiring 200 hours of training covering anatomy, philosophy, and instruction techniques. Afterward, register with an official organization like Yoga Alliance to receive your credential. For guided martial arts and fitness instructor pathways, explore options on MartialArtsAtlas.

How much are jiu jitsu classes?
Martial arts tuition varies based on location and schedule, but local academies typically offer monthly memberships or package deals. You can explore 3 martial arts facilities in California, Maryland, with 2 providing direct phone contact to request current pricing and trial offers.

Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.

Where did brazilian jiu jitsu originated?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil following the arrival of Japanese judoka Mitsuyo Maeda in 1914. The art was refined primarily by Carlos and Hélio Gracie into a system emphasizing leverage and submission grappling. Find BJJ training programs listed on MartialArtsAtlas.