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North Bethesda, MD
Native Jiu Jitsu delivers martial arts education and ground fighting instruction at 12081 Nebel St in Rockville, Maryland. The academy conducts daily classes for practitioners of all experience levels across Rockville and North Bethesda. The academy is owned and directed by head coach Carlos, who was born and raised in Brasilia, Brazil, and began studying jiu-jitsu in 2004. The instructional staff includes Manuel Farfan, a black belt under Gonzalo Otero representing Movement Art who has competed at the international level in gi competition, and Filipe Virtuoso Valentim, an active competitor on the IBJJF and regional circuit. The coaching team also features Gabriel Garcia, Andrew, and Kassius. Programs encompass adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kids martial arts, women-only BJJ, competition training, private sessions, and seasonal camps. Classes concentrate on positional escapes, control mechanics, and live sparring, with introductory class reservations available online.