MMA Gyms in Frederick, MD
Looking for a mma gym in Frederick? Below is every gym across MMA and combat sports gyms we list in the city. Read student reviews, check ratings and addresses, and find class times near you.
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Bowerhouse MMA
Frederick, MD
Bowerhouse MMA is a martial arts and combat sports facility located at 7311 Grove Rd Unit D in Frederick, Maryland. The academy provides structured programs in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, mixed martial arts, boxing, kickboxing, and athletic conditioning, serving youth and adult athletes across Frederick. The academy is founded and directed by owner Chris Bower, a third-degree Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt. Ground training is supported by fifth-degree black belt instructor Vicente Junior, first-degree black belt Jeff Wright, and instructor Terry Bartholomew. Youth classes are headed by Colin Bower and assistant instructor Noah Kiszka, while Ann Dempsey leads the women's Brazilian jiu-jitsu program and John Stone directs boxing instruction. Adult programs feature Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in gi and no-gi formats, Mixed Martial Arts, Kickboxing, Boxing, Boxing Mittwork, and Women's Only Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Youth students train through Kids Martial Arts and Kids Boxing, where drills emphasize athletic fundamentals, bully prevention, and physical fitness in an organized group setting.
Groundswell MMA
Frederick, MD
Groundswell MMA is located at 8420 Gas House Pike Suite ZZ in Frederick, Maryland. Originally founded in 2013 as The Fort MMA and rebranded in 2022, the training center provides instruction across mixed martial arts, striking, and grappling for students across Frederick and nearby areas. The school is owned and directed by head instructor Zach Davis, a professional combat sports veteran and former competitor on Season 13 of The Ultimate Fighter. Davis leads curriculum development and technical instruction on the mats, supported by director of operations Courtney Davis, a certified executive life and leadership coach. The coaching staff focuses on structured skill development, physical conditioning, and personal discipline in a collaborative training atmosphere. Programs include adult mixed martial arts, teen classes, youth development programs, and martial arts sessions designed for adults with developmental disabilities. Students practice stand-up striking, clinch techniques, and ground control using required protective equipment. Interested participants can sign up for a complimentary trial class directly through the Groundswell MMA website.