Montgomery County's Premier Martial Arts Academy

Rising Tide MoCo
Mixed Martial Arts

Expert instruction in Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Boxing & Kickboxing for all ages. Build strength, confidence, and discipline at Rockville's top-rated gym.

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What We Offer

Our Programs

World-class instruction across multiple disciplines. Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned competitor, we have a program for you.

Jiu-Jitsu and wrestling training at Rising Tide MoCo MMA in Rockville, MD
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Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling

Build strength, confidence, and practical self-defense skills through expert instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and wrestling techniques. Classes for all skill levels.

  • Jiu-Jitsu Classes
  • Wrestling Fundamentals
  • Competition Prep
  • All Skill Levels Welcome
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Boxing and kickboxing classes at Rising Tide MoCo MMA in Montgomery County, MD
High Energy

Boxing & Kickboxing

Combine cardiovascular fitness with striking techniques. Develop coordination, discipline, and effective self-defense abilities in a high-energy environment.

  • Boxing Fundamentals
  • Muay Thai Kickboxing
  • Cardio Striking
  • Pad Work & Sparring
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Kids martial arts classes for ages 5-15 at Rising Tide MoCo MMA near Bethesda, MD
Ages 5-15

Kids Martial Arts

Age-appropriate instruction building confidence, focus, respect, and physical fitness in a safe, supportive environment your kids will love.

  • Character Development
  • Anti-Bullying Skills
  • Fun & Engaging Classes
  • Belt Progression System
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Women's only Jiu-Jitsu classes at Rising Tide MoCo MMA in Rockville, MD
Women's Only

Women's Only Jiu-Jitsu

A judgment-free space led by patient coaches and supportive teammates. No experience needed — your fitness improves because you show up. Learn real self-defense skills and build unshakable confidence.

  • Real Self-Defense Skills
  • Beginner-Friendly Environment
  • Supportive All-Women Community
  • No Experience Required
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Why Rising Tide

More Than a Gym.
A Community.

At Rising Tide MoCo MMA, we believe martial arts transforms more than just your body. Our expert instructors create an environment where every student — from first-timers to competitors — is pushed to grow, supported every step of the way.

Expert Instruction

Learn from experienced, certified coaches who compete and train at the highest levels.

All Ages & Levels

Programs tailored for kids (5+), teens, and adults — beginners through advanced competitors.

Proven Results

Our students build real skills — winning competitions, gaining confidence, and achieving their goals.

Supportive Culture

A welcoming, ego-free atmosphere where mutual respect and teamwork come first.

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10+ Years of Combined
Coaching Experience
What We Stand For

Our Core Values

At Rising Tide MoCo, everything we do is guided by three principles.

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Resilience

Withstand and overcome stress. On the mat and in life, we build the strength to face adversity and come back stronger.

02

Compassion

Caring for others. We lift each other up, creating a supportive community where every person is valued and respected.

03

Truth-Seeking

Question, test, evaluate, repeat. We pursue knowledge with an open mind, always refining our craft through honest inquiry.

These values guide us in creating a safe and welcoming place for everyone who joins a journey of self-development with us.

Our Space

Our Facility

A clean, welcoming space designed for serious training and real results.

Spacious training facility with clean mats and natural sunlight at Rising Tide MoCo MMA in Rockville, MD
Mats Cleaned Daily
Spacious Locker Rooms
Filtered Water
Showers Available

Clean & Comfortable

You can feel fresh and comfortable on mats that are cleaned after every session with spacious locker rooms, filtered water cooler and a shower at the gym.

Our commitment to a clean and safe environment reflects our dedication to providing the best experience for our members. Along with hygiene our facility lets plenty of natural sunlight making for gorgeous sunrise and sunsets for our morning and evening students.

Conveniently Located

The gym is conveniently located only a few minutes from 270's exit 4, and is walking distance from Rockville Pike & the North Bethesda Metro Station. With access to major highways, public transit, and local main roads we are an effortless destination for residents and professionals of Bethesda, Rockville, Silver Spring, Potomac, Kensington, Chevy Chase, and Gaithersburg.

I-270 Access I-495 Access North Bethesda Metro Station Rockville Pike
Social Proof

What Our Members Say

Don't just take our word for it. Here's what our community has to say about training at Rising Tide.

120+ 5-Star Google Reviews
"My daughter wrestles in high school, and we were looking for a good place for her to train in the off-season. Rising Tide has been perfect. The coaches are knowledgeable, down-to-earth, and genuinely care about helping everyone improve. What really stands out is the environment—they've built a space where people of all ages feel welcome. My daughter felt comfortable right away, which isn't always easy to find in this kind of setting."
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Bahruz
Google Review
"Best place for learning martial arts, for all levels and all ages. I have known coach Liam for years and worked with him at different capacities. He id dedicated, focused, and has all intentions to make positive change in his trainees. Highly recommended!"
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Ali Nosrat
Google Review
"Amazing welcoming gym. I had never done anything similar to MMA. The whole staff took the time to make sure I felt comfortable and confident. Definitely recommend to anyone new to the sport or looking for a positive environment to train and work with some great people."
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Lauren Bolger
Google Review
"Rising Tide is an excellent place. All of the coaches are top notch. My kids both love it. Come to learn self defense or come for a whole lifestyle change. Everyone is very supportive to each other."
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David Parsons
Google Review
Class Schedule

Train on Your Schedule

We offer classes 6 days a week with morning, midday, and evening options to fit the busiest lifestyles. Drop in anytime — your first class is on us.

6 Days a Week
Morning, Midday & Evening
First Class Free
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