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Transform yourself with Martial Arts

Ready to challenge yourself and reach peak fitness?

Whether you're here to get in shape, learn self-defense, or challenge yourself with a new skill, our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, and Fitness Programs will push you beyond your limits—and you’ll love every second of it.

Reasons to Join

  • You are concerned for your safety or the safety of your loved ones

  • You can’t motivate yourself to workout?

  • Your lack of exercise is making you feel insecure?

  • You need to be a part of a healthy community.

  • You need to be challenged and tested.

  • You want to build resilience, discipline and focus.

  • You have the itch to compete.


Why Clinch Academy?

âś… Confidence: Walk through life knowing you can handle yourself in any situation & reach peak fitness through our active training programs.

âś… Character: Build discipline, resilience, and the mental toughness to take on anything.

âś… Community: Train with a supportive team that pushes you to grow every step of the way.

We Are Here To Support Your Journey

Our experience will help you reach your goals.

 

Frederick’s 1st

We are Frederick’s 1st BJJ & MMA Academy Est. in 1997!

 

28 Years of Service

Dedicated to personal growth & Martial Arts Mastery

 

40 Years of Experience

Lead by a lifelong martial artist and life coach.

 

“It’s clear the coaches genuinely care about the growth and confidence of every student.”

Brins Family

How to get started!

Step. 1

Click the “Book a FREE class!” Button

Step. 2

Book your FREE class.

Step. 3

Show up for your FREE class and experience how we can help you build confidence and security!

TESTIMONIALS

I CANNOT SAY ENOUGH!

“I cannot say enough about Clinch Academy. They have given my son the skills and confidence to break out of a cycle of victimization educators could not stop. He loves Clinch Academy!”
— DW

THE RESULTS ARE AMAZING!

“My family has been a part of Clinch Academy for over 10 years. The results have been amazing. Our confidence has increased as we’ve learned how to protect ourselves, build solid health habits for everyday living, and how to be a respectful and dedicated team player. We recommend them 100%!”
— JD

HIGHEST QUALITY INSTRUCTION!

“I have been to several jiujitsu gyms in the US and Brazil. Clinch Academy has one of the highest quality instruction I have ever experienced. I highly recommend. Plus, the environment is friendly and professional.”
— LH

Meet the Black Belt Squad

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Blog Highlights

As Seen In…

 
Grappling Magazine 2004!

Grappling Magazine 2004!

 

Grappling Magazine 2005!

 

Frederick Magazine 2005!

 

Many News articles over the years!