Cabin John kids learn BJJ, wrestling, and kickboxing at Rising Tide MoCo MMA — structured youth martial arts 12 minutes via the Capital Beltway.
Cabin John families have a clean, predictable drive to one of Montgomery County's most respected youth martial arts programs. Rising Tide MoCo MMA is about 12 minutes via the Beltway, with structured kids classes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, and kickboxing for ages 5 through 15.
Our youth program teaches more than technique. Kids develop discipline, focus, respect, and resilience through age-appropriate drills, partner work, and supervised live training. The curriculum progresses systematically — every class builds on the last, and kids see their growth.
Cabin John parents tell us the maturity of the program is what sets it apart. Real coaches teaching real martial arts in a clean, organized facility — exactly the kind of investment Cabin John families make in their children's development.
5408 Randolph Road, Second Floor
Rockville, MD 20852
From Cabin John, take MacArthur Boulevard or Seven Locks Road north to the Capital Beltway (I-495).
Take the Beltway east, then exit onto Rockville Pike (MD-355) north and turn right onto Randolph Road.
Continue half a mile to 5408 Randolph Road on your right. Free parking in front of the building.
Here's what your training looks like.
Cabin John families choose us for the structured curriculum, mature culture, and short Beltway commute.
Cabin John to the gym is a clean Beltway run. Easy enough that consistent kids classes — twice or three times a week — are realistic.
We teach actual BJJ, wrestling, and striking adapted for kids. Cabin John parents notice the difference quickly compared to chain karate programs.
Kids who start at 6 or 7 are real grapplers and strikers by their teens. The discipline, fitness, and confidence are skills they carry into adulthood.
Common questions from Cabin John locals about training at Rising Tide.
Ages 5 through 15. Classes are split by age and skill so every child works with appropriate partners.
About 12 minutes via the Beltway. Take the Beltway east, exit onto Rockville Pike north, then turn right on Randolph Road to 5408 Randolph Road.
Real grappling and striking. We teach Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, and kickboxing adapted for kids — the same disciplines you see in MMA. No belt factory, no choreographed forms.
No. Sparring and competition are optional and only happen when a child is ready. Most Rising Tide kids never compete and still build remarkable skill, fitness, and confidence.
Rising Tide MoCo MMA serves kids martial arts students across Montgomery County.
Your first class is completely free. No experience required — just show up, and we'll take care of the rest.
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