Glen Echo kids learn BJJ, wrestling, and kickboxing at Rising Tide MoCo MMA — structured youth martial arts 14 minutes via the Capital Beltway.
Glen Echo families looking for a serious youth martial arts program have a 14-minute Beltway drive to Rising Tide MoCo MMA. Our kids classes in BJJ, wrestling, and kickboxing serve ages 5 through 15 with structured, progressive instruction in a supervised, age-appropriate environment.
We teach more than technique. Kids develop discipline, focus, respect, and physical literacy through real martial arts adapted for their bodies and attention spans. The curriculum progresses systematically — kids see their growth, stay engaged, and build skills that last for life.
Glen Echo parents value substance and culture in equal measure. Our facility is clean, our coaches are experienced, and our community of families reflects the same care for kids' development that Glen Echo is known for.
5408 Randolph Road, Second Floor
Rockville, MD 20852
From Glen Echo, head north on MacArthur Boulevard or take the Clara Barton Parkway east to the Capital Beltway.
Take the Beltway east, exit onto Rockville Pike (MD-355) north, then turn right onto Randolph Road.
Continue half a mile to 5408 Randolph Road on your right. Free parking in front of the building.
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Glen Echo families choose us for the structured curriculum, character focus, and predictable highway commute.
The Beltway makes the trip predictable. Glen Echo families build kids martial arts into the weekly routine without traffic stress.
Our coaches teach actual BJJ, wrestling, and striking — not a chain karate format. Glen Echo parents notice the difference quickly.
Many Glen Echo parents train BJJ or kickboxing while their kids work in the youth class. One trip, two workouts, shared family discipline.
Common questions from Glen Echo locals about training at Rising Tide.
Ages 5 through 15. Classes are split by age and skill so every child works with appropriate partners and challenges.
About 14 minutes via the Capital Beltway. Take the Beltway east, exit onto Rockville Pike north, then turn right on Randolph Road to 5408 Randolph Road.
Almost always the opposite. Kids who train martial arts learn self-control, respect, and how to handle confrontation calmly. Aggressive behavior tends to drop, not rise.
Yes. The first class is free with no obligation. We'll make sure your child is comfortable, paired well, and welcomed in. No pressure to sign up.
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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