THE RIGHT FIT
Values Respect & Community – Enjoys being part of a positive, family-oriented environment.
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Open to Learning – Eager to grow through expert, individualized instruction.
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Prioritizes Safety – Understands the importance of controlled, mindful training.
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Seeks Personal Growth – Interested in building confidence, mobility, and mental resilience.
Welcomes Inclusivity – Appreciates a diverse, supportive space for all ages and skill levels.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
We are a small, family-run academy that truly puts students first. Unlike larger, multi-discipline gyms, we focus exclusively on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, allowing us to go deep into the art and offer high-quality, consistent instruction.
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Our small class sizes mean every student gets the attention they need to grow and thrive. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, we tailor our teaching to your individual pace, goals, and learning style. We believe in building strong foundations and strong community.
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We intentionally keep our coaching staff small and closely aligned, ensuring that our classes are cohesive. This cohesion creates a smooth, structured learning experience and helps maintain the welcoming,
family-oriented culture we’ve worked hard to build.
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Here, you're not just another number in a big class. You’re part of a tight-knit community that grows together one class at a time.
THE SIX BLADES
1. FAMILY represents the ones you are gifted with in this world and the ones you choose to be part of.
This is our first value.
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2. RESPECT one another, treat each other with empathy,
and the way you would like to be treated.
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3. HONOR your name and your word as a person
of character.
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4. LOYALTY to your principles, values, and morals.
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5. ATTITUDE to carry positivity, to inspire others and
battle with grit.
6. DISCIPLINE each day to do what is just and truthful.
OUR STORY
Our family run academy opened three years ago in New Market, MD. Together Gabriel and Amy have used their combined experience of over a decade of shared experience in the martial arts world to create a welcoming and supportive environment that meets students where they are, with high level, cohesive instruction, helping each individual grow both on and off the mats. Gabriel leads both the adult and youth
Jiu-Jitsu programs with a focus on skill, discipline, and personal growth, while Amy manages the academy and runs the women's program with a focus on technique and specifically addressing the different needs and size of women in Jiu-Jitsu.
What strikes me the most about Six Blades is the demonstration of care, kindness, and respect for others. The instructors model this for the kids and the kids clearly translate this to each other. Coach Gabe provides different lessons that builds upon each other from every class throughout the week. This seems to be effective because my son connected all the prior experiences and skills together to successfully submit his opponents.​
Aimee
