5721 Pimlico Rd, Baltimore, MD 21209, USA
Before we bow out of class, our instructor, Professor Wayne Hargrove says, “Practice makes...” Then, in unison, we respond, “Progress.” He taught us that, “Practice Makes Progress.” If you learn from him, you will progress to heights you never imagined. You can feel something special about his academy, Team ConneXions. It is a welcoming and safe place to train. Professor Wayne is a highly competitive black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) and Judo with international competition experience. What makes him more unique is that he cares about your well-being, and health, as much as your training. I highly recommend this place. It’s hard to find this kind of attention to detail that Professor Wayne provides. Years ago, I met him while training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). His unusually talented BJJ, and personality, left an impression on me. I took off from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for several years and lost contact with Wayne. I recently decided to do a competition BJJ fight. I felt I needed someone trustworthy and special to help train me. My instincts told me to reconnect with Professor Wayne. I called him and asked for his help. The rest was history. He asked me probing questions about my competition, with emphasis on my safety and my health. Then he crafted a plan. It became clear how special he is as an instructor. He worked with me one-on-one. After watching me spar for a few minutes, he gave me feedback as if he had been watching me for years. I was shocked. In 5 minutes, he corrected something I had been doing for a long time. The feedback was rapid. The sessions led to my training at his academy, Team ConneXions. I remember we were all sparring in class, including Wayne simultaneously sparring with a student. Somehow, he observed all of us spar while simultaneously sparring himself. Then he gave us feedback on what we all did sparring! I trained in places all over the world but never experienced that before. Then he shocked me again. In another sparring session, Professor Wayne was providing individual feedback to students after watching us spar. He once explained, to a student, what that student was thinking that led to difficulty in applying the technique. Wow. He understands his students' thinking behind their actions. He can reveal you to yourself so you can continue to grow. Training at Team ConneXions is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I highly recommend trying it out. Oss!
I just dropped into my first class with Professor Wayne today. I've been doing jiu jitsu for 8 years and I brought a first timer with me. Professor Wayne's class flawlessly catered to both those who are experienced and those who are day one. The culture was highly respectful, inviting, professional, and friendly! I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for next level jiu jitsu or a place to start their journey. 🤙
Sensei Wayne is a great teacher. He works to built people's confidence and train them to do techniques the correct way and safely.
Professor Wayne is great! He makes the class so fun and teaches us so many good techniques that work very well.
Wayne is an amazing BJJ professor! If I could give him a million stars I would. He makes all classes extremely fun (from beginning to end) and he manages to give individual attention to all students. My whole family does Jiu jitsu and we have very different levels (my son is 13 and is competing a lot, my daughter is 16, my husband is a blue belt and I am a very recent white belt). We all love Wayne’s classes. He has a very fun and friendly personality, amazing technique and the gift to teach!
Professor Wayne is a great person and instructor. He is knowledgeable, compassionate and will help you get to the next level!
I known Professor Wayne for about 20 years since 2004. Great awesome person 👏
Amazing academy. Clean and professional. Would recommend for kids and adults
Great team with amazing environment!!! Highly recommended!!!
Outstanding instructor, friendly and safe environment. I highly recommend this academy for Martial Arts training for all ages.
Wayne Hargrove is not only an outstanding Jiu Jitsu competitor, but he’s an even better teacher. He has guided my BJJ training for 13 years and very few people understand and can teach not just the mechanics but the purpose for each technique like Wayne. On top of all that, he’s one of the absolute best human beings on the planet and he loves his students!!
Professor Wayne is an awesome teacher. His classes are very technical, focusing on moves that he has perfected through his extensive experience in Jiu Jitsu competitions: I highly recommend it!
I had the privilege of watching Sensai Wayne train and coach my 9yr old nephew and was more than happy! Not only does Sensai Wayne have a wealth of knowledge but he’s also patient, incredibly encouraging, and pushes to get the best out of his students. Furthermore, this program is helping build confidence in a controlled and healthy way. My nephew has been working with Sensai Wayne for only 1.5 months and I can already see the difference in his confidence! If I didn’t live out of state I’d definitely take Sensai Wayne’s classes.
I've known Wayne for almost 20 years. He's a great coach , competitor and Martial Artist. Always willing to share his knowledge with me and help in my growth as a Martial Artist.
I took one of his classes hes good with detaila and took the time to explain the technique to me. Can't wait wait to take another class with him.
Professor Wayne is an amazing instructor. Very knowledgeable and an excellent teacher. As someone who has been training for 6+ years, all I want to do is learn, learn, learn, from this guy. It’s truly humbling to spar with him too. He is an excellent coach for the casual grappler and competitor. I highly encourage training under him if possible. In just a few classes, he has greatly expanded my understanding about jiujitsu and where I can improve. Very inspiring and insightful instructor for everyone of all ages and levels.
I have taken classes with professor Wayne for a few months now and I have really enjoyed my time. I love how he switches up the warm ups and makes us do challenging Jiu Jitsu inspired games. He has taught me great and useful techniques and he makes the classes fun. Even though the class is really late at night, he always has great energy. -Daniela :)
Had a fire one on one with coach ! Learned some great techniques that helped me in my next tournament! Highly recommend!
I’ve been doing judo/ bjj on and off for years with my fair share of coaches through out my journey but Sensei Wayne is one of my favorites. I’m always so excited to see him. He is humble and knowledgeable. Very respectful and kind. He knows what to say when you’re tired and how to bring people up when they are down. Great coach on and off the mat.
I have been training with Sensei Wayne for many years. He is a TRUE professional in this sport!!
Sensei Hargrove is one of the most dedicated martial artists in every sense of the word. Constanly dedicated to improving himself and his skills set and the improvement of others, which is the true embodyment of martial arts.
An awesome school to learn jiujitsu from amazing instructor and training partners I've been a student of Professor Wayne's for almost 10 yrs and I'll continue to be his student for many more years to come
Wayne is not only a great teacher but he is also a fantastic person. I love it whenever Wayne instructs the class.
Professor Hargrove is an outstanding fighter and teacher of Martial Arts. He embodies the Bushido philosophy of mind-body-spirit at the highest level. He’s as good a teacher as anyone I’ve been around in the Jiujitsu/MMA culture. The best of the best. -Anthony Argyros CCBJJ Blackbelt
Wayne helped support and drive me to improve at all ranks since blue belt (15 years now). From spending 6am in the winter months drilling for an hour before work. Or running on blistering hot days (to the Castle). You get 100% effort and attention from him as long as you give the same back. Great teacher, worthy mentor and he’s a beast on the mats!
Ive been training BJJ a very long time and Professor Wayne's highly technical and detailed style of teaching has taught me very important details which I never considered before. Highly recommend.
"Professor Wayne is undoubtedly the best coach and school I have ever encountered in my nearly 30 years of training. His expertise extends far beyond just BJJ and MMA, providing an invaluable wealth of knowledge that is essential for anyone on their martial arts journey. What sets him apart is not only his vast knowledge, but also his exceptional ability to effectively teach and communicate these skills. His classes exude an unparalleled combination of attitude and humility, creating an environment that is both welcoming and inspiring. Professor Wayne instills a strong work ethic in his students, catering to both seasoned veterans and beginners alike. With him as your guide, you can have complete confidence that you are in the hands of a legitimate BJJ black belt who will support you throughout your entire journey."
The five star rating is because of the instructor. Wayne Hargrove, is one of the most talented and knowledgeable teachers around. Not only that he has an encyclopedia worth of knowledge. He has the skills to show it in live action. Being a great communicator is also one of his talents. you will learn from him. Whether it’s Brazilian jiu-jitsu, boxing, Muay-thai, wrestling, judo, and mixed martial arts. He can teach it to you.
Team ConneXions has been and incredible blessing to myself and my son. Admin is extremely polite . The environment is family friendly and inviting. My son started tutoring with Professor Wayne over the summer and was dealing with having some anxiety in his 4th grade classroom . Professor Wayne introduced my son to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and his confidence has grown tremendously. He’s becoming more self aware and much more confident in class and is learning how to advocate for him self . He loves the challenge of the training and is disappointed is he has to miss a training session. My son looks forward to his training every week and boasts about it to all of his friends and classmates . Professor Wayne even gifted he an I with a gee and sweatshirt for me to wear with my sons name on it. My son has been approached but other Jiu Jitsu teachers and is vehemently refuses to leave Professor Wayne .This training process has taught him to be relentless but also disciplined. He even won a portion of his robotics competition with the confidence he’s gained .Training also gives him a great work out and he strives to be the best . My entire family is incredibly grateful for Sensei and the confidence he’s given my son . I’ve recommended him to various family members and friends .
Wayne is a great teacher, coach, leader. With a perfect mix of BJJ and Judo is guaranteed he can take you to the next level! And if you just looking to start he’ll teach you the basics needed for the future be it in competition or self defense or just working out to get in shape! Ossss
I have had the privilege of being taught by Professor Wayne. He makes the lessons engaging, insightful and also has an enthusiastic attitude when it comes to teaching. You will gain a lot from learning from him!
Professor Wayne Hargrove was an amazing trainer and coach. With over 20 years of experience in BJJ, Judo and mixed martial art.
Wayne is a very exsperienced and knowledgeable instructor. Can’t go wrong with a guy that’s got the level of expertise and experience in the tough and challenging World of Mixed Martial Arts !! Especially with all the fakes out here he is the real deal!!!!
Professor Wayne is a great instructor! He has a lot of knowledge about Jiu Jitsu and Judo. I really his style of teaching, as i am able to have a lot of fun, and still be put to work hard and improve my jiu jitsu when Professor Wayne is teaching. Every day i go to one of his classes I get better and learn something new.
BJJ at Connexions was the best experience I've had for many reason's it helped me a lot. I was going through a lot not too many people know what I was going through but joining this Specific class it helped me get through it. the people were great my Sensei @professor.wayne3.0 and my other instructors helped not only me but other people. If I could go back I'd do it all over again💯💯 shout out to Sensei Wayne.
I’ve had an incredible experience at this jiu-jitsu dojo! The instructor’s passion for the art is evident, making each session engaging and worthwhile. His personalized approach, taking time outside the mats to understand and support individual goals, sets this place apart. With a 3rd-degree black belt and a remarkable journey of victories, the instructor brings great credibility to the training. Highly recommend for anyone seeking quality jiu-jitsu instruction!
Sensei Wayne is a top notch instructor. He's very good at breaking down technique and making things understandable for his students. He's competed at the highest levels in BJJ, Judo, and MMA. He has the perfect blend of technique and athleticism. I have learned a lot from him and I continue to learn from him to this day. He's also been a very good friend. Anyone who has him as an instructor will definitely learn a lot.
World class elite training and the teacher is extremely knowledgeable and very experienced with the most professional and caring personality. I highly recommend this team no matter your goals I believe it can be achieved here !!
Sensei Wayne Hargrove is one of the best teachers I’ve had — and I’ve been in this sport (judo and BJJ) for more than two decades, and been to clubs across the country. His attention to detail focuses on conveying the important concepts of the techniques, and his patience in delivery helps students process and retain those techniques. This is competitive, effective Brazilian Jiujitsu that builds off a solid foundation of control. Highly recommend.
Wayne is a super awesome dude and a legit black belt in both BJJ and Judo. Back in the day Wayne helped me a lot with my judo throws and was an incredible training partner in preparation for competition. I have always loved Wayne’s infectious positivity, he goes above and beyond to make training fun.
Team ConneXions BJJ, led by Professor Wayne, is a new, premier martial arts academy in Baltimore, MD. Professor Wayne, who holds a black belt in both Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, is a world class instructor who also actively competes at the highest levels. It is the combination of competition experience, exceptional technique, and an educational background that make Wayne one of the best martial arts instructors in the DMV. Whether you are looking to begin martial arts or continue your journey, you should consider training with Professor Wayne at Team ConneXions!
Wayne is the best. Very detail oriented and technical l.
Training with Sensei Wayne is amazing. I’ve know him since I was 11 years of age. Im 20 now. His wealth of knowledge is very broad. And he makes training fun and interesting. The dojo is always very clean, and he treats all his students the same whether he’s known them as long as me or if they walked in for the very first day. I would recommend him to anyone who’s interested in learning BJJ.
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