Capital MMA & Elite Fitness | Takoma Park, MD

Capital MMA & Elite Fitness | Takoma Park, MD operates as part of a regional network founded in 2001 with roots in Alexandria, Virginia. The organization has steadily expanded throughout the DC/MD/VA area, establishing dedicated spaces for martial arts and fitness training. While the Takoma Park location is one of several, it carries forward the mission of providing evidence-based martial arts instruction alongside fitness programs. The broader Capital MMA system benefits from leadership figures such as Chad Malone, who earned his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Royce Gracie, reflecting a lineage connected to one of the sport’s foundational families. At the Takoma Park facility, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes are offered for all ages and skill levels, including separate gi and no-gi sessions. The program includes women’s only classes, kids’ gi and no-gi training, and a competition class designed to prepare students for the demands of tournament grappling. The academy also provides open mat times for additional practice outside of structured instruction. Beyond BJJ, the gym supports judo for children and adults, Muay Thai striking classes—including an advanced adult track and a fight team—and boxing. MMA classes are available by invitation, emphasizing a selective approach to mixed martial arts training. The academy’s curriculum reflects a commitment to disciplined practice within a safe environment, emphasizing technical skill development across grappling and striking arts. The diversity of programs caters to a range of training goals, from self-defense to competition preparation, while maintaining a consistent focus on martial arts as a path to physical fitness and personal growth. Located at 6836 New Hampshire Avenue, the Takoma Park gym aligns with Capital MMA’s broader goal of offering martial arts education integrated with elite fitness training.

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