12081 Nebel St, North Bethesda, MD 20852, USA
Our Jiu Jitsu, Kids Martial Arts and Womens Jiu Jitsu programs are excellent choices for self defense, discipline and fitness. Learn more about our martial arts classes in Rockville now!
We tried Native because we were looking for something for the kids to do during the winter between sports seasons. Seven months later we are here five days a week and my kids never want to miss a day. The schedule lets parents attend class at the same time as their kids. A lot of parents sign their kids up for activities but don’t make time for themselves and this is a perfect way to have protected,built in workouts in your schedule. The gym is incredibly welcoming- any worries you have about not knowing how to start or not knowing what you’re doing will disappear as soon as you come for your first day. I had never done any kind of martial arts or wrestling before. Also- This is an especially welcoming and safe environment for women whether you join the regular classes or women’s only classes. I have seen my kids grow confidence and discipline and find a passion for self Improvement like I have never seen in them before. They have quickly made close friends at the gym that they look forward to seeing everyday. We also have a new hobby to share, talk about and practice together.
Posted 8 months ago
Native BJJ is absolutely fantastic! Whether you’re a kid or an adult, this place feels like family. While they do emphasize competitiveness, it’s never at the expense of respect or a positive environment. Kids are treated with care and pushed in a healthy, supportive way to challenge themselves and grow. Adults of all ages and skill levels are welcome, and the coaches do a great job accommodating everyone to ensure safe and effective training…no need to worry about injuries. Coaches Carlos, Papagaio, Felipe, Aaron, Jake and the entire team are truly outstanding. Their passion and dedication make all the difference. I highly recommend Native BJJ to anyone looking for a strong, respectful, and inspiring martial arts community!
Posted 8 months ago
Our two kids (10 and 7) started practicing BJJ at Native in March 2023 with Coach Carlos and Gabe and they absolutely love it. Native is really all you can wish for your kids when learning a martial art -- solid BJJ techniques, a respectful and kind teaching environment and a friendly community among other families. Our kids look forward to practice every time and have made good friends in their class. The coaches are fantastic with kids, they keep them excited about the sport, make each class fun yet also maintain a healthy level of discipline and respect (e.g. pay attention, no swear words in and out of class, etc). This really shows as all Native kids are very respectful and kind with each other, especially towards newcomers. At the same time, the competitive spirit is also curated, our kids have participated in some BJJ competitions across the East Coast in the past months. The kids won a few medals, thanks to their BJJ skills, but mainly because the coaches go out of their way to coach and support the kids during the fights in competitions. This is important as it's not only a physical challenge but often also a mental and emotional challenge to manage persistence, winning and losing. Having a trustworthy, caring coach is absolutely crucial here, and Carlos, Gabe (and many of the other teen and adult Native students who often help out) are doing a great job. It's not easy to identify all these characteristics in a martial arts dojo, but we're very grateful we found all of it in Native!!
Posted 1 year ago
As soon as I put a foot in Native I felt at home. The owners Carlos and Mariely greeted me and my kids with a warm welcome. All the coaches are very professional and dedicated to teaching all the kids. If would highly recommend Native Jiu Jitsu if you are looking to learn Jiu Jitsu!
Posted 8 months ago
This is hands down the best jiu-jitsu gym around, especially for kids. The coaches are amazing with children patient, supportive, and truly focused on helping them grow both on and off the mats. The sense of community here is something special. It feels like family every time we walk through the doors. If you’re looking for a place where your child can learn discipline, confidence, and real skills in a positive environment, this is it!
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