Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling Classes in Rockville, Maryland

Build real grappling skills from the ground up. Our Jiu-Jitsu and Wrestling programs develop strength, technique, and mental toughness for students of all ages and experience levels in Montgomery County.

Our Grappling Programs

Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling Classes

At Rising Tide MoCo, we provide expert-level grappling instruction in a welcoming environment. Whether you're looking to compete, get in shape, or learn practical self-defense, our programs are designed to meet you where you are and take you where you want to go.

Core Program

Jiu-Jitsu

At Rising Tide MoCo, we provide Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction rooted in the fundamentals — position, pressure, and technique. Our program is built for everyone, from complete beginners who've never stepped on the mats to seasoned competitors preparing for their next tournament.

Our classes emphasize live drilling, positional sparring, and real-time problem solving. You'll develop confidence on the ground, learn to control opponents of all sizes, and build a deep understanding of leverage and body mechanics.

Whether you train in the Gi or No-Gi, you'll find a structured curriculum that progresses at your pace while pushing you to grow every session.

What You'll Learn

  • Gi and No-Gi techniques for all skill levels
  • Sweeps, submissions, and positional control
  • Guard passing and guard retention strategies
  • Competition preparation and mindset coaching
  • Live sparring in a safe, controlled environment
  • Belt progression system with clear benchmarks
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Jiu-Jitsu class at Rising Tide MoCo MMA in Rockville near Bethesda, Maryland

"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. She's been training both gi and no-gi Jiu Jitsu, and it's been a great way to complement her wrestling."

— Bahruz B., Google Review
Grappling Foundation

Wrestling

Wrestling is the foundation of all grappling martial arts. At Rising Tide MoCo, our wrestling program focuses on takedowns, control, and top pressure — skills that translate directly to Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and real-world self-defense.

Our classes are designed for all experience levels. Whether you've never wrestled before or you competed in high school or college, you'll find structured instruction that sharpens your skills and builds explosive athleticism.

Wrestling classes emphasize functional movement, takedown chains, scrambles, and mat returns. You'll develop the strength, conditioning, and grit that only wrestling can build.

What You'll Learn

  • Single-leg and double-leg takedown technique
  • Clinch work and underhook positioning
  • Scramble recovery and mat return drills
  • Explosive conditioning and functional strength
  • Wrestling for BJJ and MMA applications
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Wrestling training at Rising Tide MoCo MMA martial arts school in Montgomery County, MD

"I had never practiced any martial arts before so was a bit skeptical, but was pleasantly surprised to see how supportive and patient the coaches are here. In particular I have worked with coaches Dallas and Joe, both are amazing with beginners and are happy to demonstrate and explain everything over and over again."

— Muaz Gul, Google Review
Who It's For

Classes for Every Level

Complete Beginners

Never grappled before? Perfect. Our fundamentals-first approach ensures you learn proper technique in a safe, supportive environment from day one.

Experienced Grapplers

Sharpen your game with advanced techniques, hard rounds, and competition-level training partners who push you to improve.

Kids & Teens

Age-appropriate grappling classes that build confidence, discipline, coordination, and anti-bullying skills in a fun environment.

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Your first Jiu-Jitsu or Wrestling class is completely free. No experience required — just show up, and we'll take care of the rest.

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