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Monday 6am - 7am 4:30pm - 9pm Tuesday 11am - 12:30pm 5pm - 9pm Wednesday 6am - 7am 4:30pm - 9pm Thursday 11am - 12:30pm 5pm - 9pm Friday 6am - 7am 4:30pm - 8pm Sunday 10am - 12pm

Lineage BJJ

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Lineage BJJ offers authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for all ages. We are the only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Southern Maryland with 6 black belts on staff.

We also have a brand new facility that is the largest martial arts academy in Southern Maryland. Lineage BJJ is proud to offer the authentic teachings of Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the St. Mary's County and Southern Maryland (SOMD) community. Conveniently located in California, MD, the academy is easily accessible to individuals seeking to learn this highly effective martial art. The owner of Lineage BJJ brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the academy. As a black belt directly under the esteemed Gracie family, the owner has undergone rigorous training and has received the highest level of certification in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. With a direct lineage to the founders of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the academy ensures that students receive authentic and time-tested instruction. In addition to their martial arts background, the owner has a distinguished professional background. As a veteran and retired law enforcement from the U.S. Secret Service, they have served their country with honor and dedication. Their experience in law enforcement brings a unique perspective to the training at Lineage BJJ, emphasizing the practical application of Jiu-Jitsu techniques for self-defense. Lineage BJJ takes great pride in its commitment to providing high-quality instruction in a supportive and inclusive environment. Students of all ages and skill levels are welcomed with open arms, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie. Whether an individual is seeking self-defense skills, physical fitness, or personal growth, Lineage BJJ offers a comprehensive program to meet their needs. The academy's location in California, MD, allows residents of St. Mary's County and the surrounding areas to conveniently access world-class Jiu-Jitsu training without the need for extensive travel. This ensures that the benefits of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu are accessible to the local community, enabling individuals to improve their self-defense capabilities, boost their fitness levels, and develop valuable life skills. Lineage BJJ is more than just a martial arts academy—it is a place where individuals can come together to learn, grow, and support one another. With a focus on authenticity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence, Lineage BJJ stands as a beacon of high-quality Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in St. Mary's County and SOMD.

10/26/2026

Two people on the mat, one technique, and a hundred small details to get right. That's a normal night at Lineage BJJ.

Controlled grappling like this is how real skill gets built. At our academy in California, Maryland, students drill positions, escapes, and transitions with training partners who know how to work hard without being reckless. Jiu jitsu relies on leverage, timing, and technique rather than strength, which is why it's such an effective form of self defense for adults and kids alike.

What makes our training environment different:
• Structured BJJ instruction with clear coaching every class
• A culture built on respect, safety, and accountability
• Beginners welcome with no prior martial arts experience needed
• Women's self defense taught through the proven principles of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

If you've been thinking about trying martial arts, fall is a natural time to start. Students join us from Solomons, Lusby, Hollywood, Great Mills, and all across St. Mary's County and Southern Maryland.

Contact Lineage BJJ to learn more about our classes and how to take your first step onto the mat.

10/25/2026

There's no shortcut to good technique. You just have to put in the reps.

At Lineage BJJ in California, Maryland, our adult martial arts classes are built around exactly that: consistent, structured training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu with coaching that meets you where you are. Whether you're working on escapes, positional control, or sharpening your grappling, every class has a clear focus and a purpose. Practical self defense is woven into everything we teach, because that's where this art comes from.

You don't need prior experience, a certain level of fitness, or any martial arts background to start. You just need to show up willing to learn. The progress, the confidence, and the conditioning come from steady effort on the mat alongside training partners who push you and coaches who hold you to a high standard.

Students train with us from Lexington Park, Leonardtown, and throughout St. Mary's County and Southern Maryland.

Reach out to Lineage BJJ to learn how to get started with adult BJJ training.

10/24/2026

Some of the best moments on our mats happen when a child figures out a technique on their own for the first time.

Martial arts for kids at Lineage BJJ in California, Maryland is built on structure, patience, and real skill development. Our youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs teach age-appropriate grappling, practical self defense, and the fundamentals of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in an environment where safety and respect come first. Kids learn how to listen, follow instruction, work with partners, and keep trying when something doesn't come easily.

What young students build through consistent training:
✔ Coordination, balance, and physical fitness
✔ Discipline, focus, and personal responsibility
✔ Teamwork and respect for coaches and training partners
✔ Confidence that grows from real effort over time

As fall routines settle in, this is a great season for kids to get started with a consistent schedule. Beginners are always welcome, and no prior martial arts experience is needed. Families train with us from Leonardtown, Lexington Park, and communities throughout St. Mary's County and Southern Maryland.

Get in touch with Lineage BJJ to learn more about our youth programs and how your child can get started.

10/22/2026

Good training partners make all the difference.

Take a look at any open class at Lineage BJJ in California, Maryland and you'll see exactly that: students working together through self defense techniques, coaches moving from pair to pair, and everyone focused on getting the details right. Our grappling and jiu jitsu instruction is rooted in the Relson Gracie tradition, which means practical self defense is always part of the picture, not an afterthought.

BJJ works because it relies on leverage, positioning, and control rather than size or athleticism. That's what makes it effective for adults of all backgrounds, whether your goal is self defense, fitness, stress relief, or competition down the road. Training is challenging, but beginners are coached step by step and never thrown into the deep end.

We welcome students from Prince Frederick, Pax River, and communities across St. Mary's County and Southern Maryland. As the days get shorter this fall, an evening on the mat is a pretty good way to spend it.

Stop by and watch a class, or get in touch with Lineage BJJ to find out how to begin.

10/20/2026

Watching a coach guide two kids through a technique is one of our favorite parts of the job.

Kids' Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Lineage BJJ in California, Maryland is about much more than takedowns and grappling. Our youth programs are built around age-appropriate martial arts for kids, with structured coaching that develops listening skills, coordination, discipline, teamwork, and practical self defense in a safe, respectful environment. Instructors work closely with every child, breaking techniques down step by step so young students actually understand what they're learning, not just copying movements.

Fall is a natural time for families to settle into new routines, and consistency is where kids really grow on the mat. Confidence, resilience, and problem-solving build gradually through steady training, supportive teammates, and good coaching. No prior martial arts experience is needed, and beginners are welcomed into classes designed for their age and stage.

Families join us from Solomons, Hollywood, and all across St. Mary's County and Southern Maryland.

Contact Lineage BJJ today to learn more about our youth BJJ programs and find the right fit for your child.

10/17/2026

There's a big difference between knowing a technique and actually being able to use it against a resisting partner.

That's why women's self defense training at Lineage BJJ in California, Maryland is built around live, hands-on practice. Students work through grappling positions, escapes, and controls with real partners, learning how leverage and technique can overcome size and strength. It's practical self defense rooted in authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, taught in a professional, respectful environment where women can train hard and support each other.

What that training builds over time:
• Reliable escapes and positional control
• Confidence that comes from real practice, not theory
• Fitness, composure, and problem-solving under pressure

No martial arts experience is needed to begin. Beginners start with fundamentals and progress at a steady pace with coaching every step of the way. Women join us from Great Mills, Lusby, and throughout Southern Maryland, and fall is a great time to start a consistent routine.

Reach out to Lineage BJJ to learn more about getting started.

10/14/2026

Real self defense isn't about fancy moves. It's about control, positioning, and staying calm when things get close.

In our adult martial arts classes at Lineage BJJ in California, Maryland, students practice exactly that. Working with a training partner, they learn grappling techniques, holds, and escapes drawn from authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, with instructors coaching the details every step of the way. This is practical self defense built on leverage and technique, not size or strength.

A few things students develop on the mat:
✔ Positional control and escapes
✔ Practical jiu jitsu for real situations
✔ Confidence, fitness, and problem-solving under pressure

Beginners are always welcome, and you don't need martial arts experience or peak fitness to start. Training meets you where you are and builds from there, with safety and respect for training partners built into every class. Adults join us from Lexington Park, Leonardtown, and all across Southern Maryland.

If you've been thinking about trying BJJ, come see a class in person. Contact Lineage BJJ to learn more about getting started.

10/12/2026

Good balance isn't flashy, but it's the foundation of everything in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

That deep squat you see on the mat isn't just a stretch. It's about building a strong base, body control, and stability, the same qualities that make escapes, takedowns, and positional grappling actually work. At Lineage BJJ in California, Maryland, we spend real time on these fundamentals because jiu jitsu rewards the students who master the basics, not the ones who skip them.

This kind of training also carries over into everyday life. Better mobility, stronger legs, improved posture, and the kind of functional fitness that comes from consistent martial arts practice. Our adult martial arts classes welcome complete beginners, and you don't need to be flexible or in shape to start. That's what training is for.

Whether you're coming from Lexington Park, Pax River, or right here in St. Mary's County, you'll find structured BJJ instruction rooted in the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu tradition, with practical self defense built into everything we teach.

Stop by Lineage BJJ and see how a strong foundation gets built, one class at a time.

10/09/2026

Watch a good coach work with two young students and you'll notice something: the best teaching happens in small, patient moments.

At Lineage BJJ in California, Maryland, our kids BJJ classes are built around hands-on coaching. Instructors work directly with students on the mat, walking them through jiu jitsu movements, grips, and positions until the details make sense. Grappling is a skill that develops through repetition and guidance, and kids learn best when someone is right there showing them how and why a technique works.

Martial arts for kids here goes beyond techniques. Training develops listening skills, coordination, confidence, discipline, and respect for training partners, all within a structured and supportive environment. Practical self defense is woven into every program through the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu tradition, taught at a pace that fits each child's age and experience. No prior martial arts background is needed to start.

Families visit us from Leonardtown, Solomons, Hollywood, and throughout St. Mary's County, and fall is a natural time to add a consistent, positive activity to the school-year routine.

Contact Lineage BJJ to learn more about our youth programs and find the right fit for your child.

10/08/2026

Every technique on the mat starts with good instruction and a willingness to repeat it until it works.

At Lineage BJJ in California, Maryland, training sessions are built around exactly that. Students work through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and grappling techniques with a partner while instructors guide the details, correct mistakes, and keep the pace safe and productive. Jiu jitsu is not learned in one class. It's built through consistent drilling, honest effort, and coaching that meets each student where they are.

That's true whether someone is brand new to martial arts or has years of experience. Beginners start with the fundamentals of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and practical self defense, while more advanced students sharpen their timing, escapes, and positional control. No one needs to be in great shape or have any background to begin. You just need to show up and put in the work.

Our adult martial arts classes and youth programs serve families from Great Mills, Solomons, Lusby, and across St. Mary's County, and October is a great time to build a solid training routine before the holidays arrive.

Visit Lineage BJJ to see what a session looks like for yourself and learn how to get started.

Address

44723 St. Andrews Church Road
California, MD
20619

Opening Hours

Monday	6am - 7am
	4:30pm - 9pm
Tuesday	11am - 12:30pm
	5pm - 9pm
Wednesday	6am - 7am
	4:30pm - 9pm
Thursday	11am - 12:30pm
	5pm - 9pm
Friday	6am - 7am
	4:30pm - 8pm
Sunday	10am - 12pm

Telephone

+13013778773

Website

https://lineagebjj.com/

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