Bowerhouse MMA

Fantastic experience: Everything is fantastic. The facility is "top shelf", the instructors are world class, all compete themselves and know what it takes to get to the highest level if that's what you aspire to do. It is also a great place for the novice to start off learning any of the martial arts/ wrestling/grappling the correct way based on sound technique and fundamentals. Bowerhouse is a place where champions are built. It is also a place that a family can attend together and take any number of classes together or find something that each family member may find to his/her liking. I have seen my own kids learn a great deal from Chris as an instructor/coach and I couldn't be happier. Chris is able to push them to perform at their very best on a consistent basis. I can only say positive things about Chris and the Bowerhouse organization. I highly recommend it to anyone looking into wrestling/ martial arts. You will not be disappointed.

Fantastic experience: My experience at Bowerhouse MMA has been fantastic. The staff is very helpful and knowledgeable. I have been going for about 3 months and there has been noticeable difference in my size, strength and endurance. Their gym for lifting is top notch and really rounds out the whole experience when it comes to conditioning. I would highly recommend this place.

Fantastic experience: I LOVE Bowerhouse MMA! It's like a family in there. Everyone is so helpful and willing to work with you. The facility is awesome, and the boxing classes for fitness are sooooo good!

Fantastic experience: Excellent experience. Staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and informative about the programs they offer. Coaches were also very respectful and understanding of the students different skill levels and were able to teach all the kids at once. Great experience and would recommend people check this place out if looking for a Jiu-Jitsu, boxing, or mma training place.

Fantastic experience: As a former wrestler, I wanted to get back into grappling. I knew I was in the right place to learn BJJ when I saw the lineage on the wall and having a short conversation with Chris Bower. This is one of the best gyms I have ever stepped foot in. And I can honestly say this is the only gym that ever felt like a second home. The overall gym culture is the best I've ever seen and been a part of. Everyone is kind, welcoming, and willing to help you learn. The instruction (BJJ) is world class with Chris Bower and Vincente Junior. I highly recommend anyone in the area to check out Bowerhouse MMA for all your martial arts needs from BJJ to kick boxing and hobbyists to pro fighters. This is the place to be.

Fantastic experience: This place is fantastic! Tons of mat space, heavy bags, and a fully equipped weight training area with platforms, machines, and free weights. Additionally, Chris Bower and all of the other instructors are extremely knowledgeable and helpful. There is truly no other MMA gym like this in Frederick County, and probably in Maryland. If you are looking to train in BJJ, Boxing, Kickboxing, or MMA, Bowerhouse is the place to be!

Fantastic experience: If you’re looking for a great gym to train at, this is the one. The coaches are extremely knowledgeable and welcoming and same with the students. There are a ton of classes to choose from and they also have a full gym to lift at.

Fantastic experience: I signed up as a beginner in BJJ and have had an outstanding experience. The facility is great and the staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Bowerhouse to anyone interested.

Fantastic experience: Bowerhouse has the best BJJ instruction in the DMV. Great people and atmosphere. All kinds of great classes (fitness, BJJ, Boxing, Kickboxing, and kids classes). With the new fitness area it’s a one stop shop.

Fantastic experience: Gym culture is everything, and Bowerhouse has it in spades. You will find some friendliest and helpful training partners in the area. If you want to be a high level competitor, members here will help you get there; but if you an older professional like me, you will be equally welcome and also have a great experience. On top of all that, as you can see, the facilities are outstanding - clean, big open spaces with top of to the line equipment. Finally, the instructors fantastic and some of the most accomplished martial artists in Frederick. By far, the best MMA/BJJ gym in the area!

Fantastic experience: I've been training here for a little over a year and it's been one of the best decisions I've made. All the instructors are knowledgeable and welcoming. Same goes for the students. Great environment to train in!

Fantastic experience: This place is great. Super friendly environment with great coach's and really cool people to train with. I felt welcomed as soon as I came in and definitely will be back.

Fantastic experience: been to a few gyms between Odenton and Frederick and this by far, has been best hands down. Excellent coaching, and staff that makes you stand on your own two feet and put in the work needed to get to where you wanna be.

Fantastic experience: Very happy with this studio. The coaches and instructors truly care about their students/participants. If you want REAL Jujitsu, Kickboxing and boxing- you found your gym. The boxing for fitness and HIIT style high intensity classes are awesome- Plus their kids classes are well organized without being crazy strict - my boy loves them! They struck the perfect balance. I’m very pleased to have my son’s and myself training here.

Fantastic experience: As a novice to brazilian jiu jitsu, I didn't know what to expect when I came in for my introductory class. I was instantly addicted and have been attending classes five days a week for the last 4 months. The facility is impeccably clean from mats to ceiling. Everyone that works there takes great pride in keeping the facility in pristine condition. They're also in the process of adding a full weight training area to rival any regular gym, which should be ready in the weeks to come. The coaching is second to none. Chris (the owner) and the other instructors are insanely talented, detail oriented, and naturals at breaking down moves and positions. They offer a variety of training from bjj to boxing, kickboxing, fitness, and more. Chris also brings guest instructors from across the country and internationally to train with us at no extra cost. He is invested in his students' success and improvement, and giving us a variety of different philosophies. Last but not least, the community. The community at Bowerhouse is amazing. Everyone is there to grind, but there is no attitude or elitism and no meathead nonsense. There is an overall ethos of respect, desire to improve, and to help each other improve. As a newbie, many fellow students have also taken the time to break down maneuvers and positions. Going to train at Bowerhouse is always the best part of my day, guaranteed. 5 stars doesn't do this place justice. If you're a beginner, a black belt, or somewhere in between, this is the place to be in Maryland. I can't recommend it enough.

Fantastic experience: All the review looks really good and I want to take wrestling classes but I have questions, how much per month? Do we bring our own wrestling shoes,etc? Since I’m joining knowing nothing about wrestling, do I join a class full of people who already knows stuff about wrestling (join a class that has learned everything together) or do I join like a new class where everyone in this class knows nothing, basically everyone there are beginners?

Fantastic experience: Bowerhouse MMA is the best MMA gym I’ve ever trained at. Everyone is super helpful and kind and inviting. I’ve trained at different facilities over the course of a decade and Bowerhouse is just hands down the best! They taught me a lot of discipline and I even started working with weights there which is something I’ve never done before. I got into great shape and I learned SO MUCH. In kickboxing I relearned the fundamentals which is super important and great head movement and footwork techniques. This next one is huge: in Jiu Jitsu I actually felt like I was welcome on the mat and not surrounded by jerkoffs trying to intimidate me. It was a great learning environment. Seriously, just go. You’re going to love it and gain the best habits to keep for life. Plus you’ll learn how to kill someone and protect yourself :) sign up you will not regret it. Unfortunately I had to cancel my membership because of my new career and the several classes I had to take over the course of this year but I will definitely be back once my schedule permits it!

Fantastic experience: Great facilities and great coaches! Super tight knit family/team atmosphere!

Fantastic experience: Very good gym if you like boxing wrestling king boxing and jiu-jitsu It's just heaven for you. There are a few trainers but I want to separate Mark the trainer about wrestling he is a very good and professional.the boxing trainer Terry is trying hard that we had progress thanks

Fantastic experience: You won’t find a better gym to train at for Jiu Jitsu or whatever combat sport you’re interested in. Gi and no-gi technique is the best there is. Instructors and students are very welcoming and professional. So glad I found this gym.

Fantastic experience: The best mma school around, hands down. Chris and his instructors do an excellent job of explaining techniques on a personal level and my jiu jitsu game is top notch thanks to them! Sign up, get in shape, & learn how to fight to protect you and your loved ones!

Fantastic experience: Helpful, knowledgeable, encouraging staff in a friendly atmosphere. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. They offer great fitness and exercise classes along with bjj, boxing, kickboxing, mma, etc. Recently, the business doubled is size, adding a complete gym with extensive weights and machines. Additional class times were also added for boxing and fitness.

Fantastic experience: I joined last year July and I must say Ive never been more confident! Instructors are absolutely amazing and knowledgeable. They offer some serious training and I have been lifting and going to the gym for quite some time. After trying BJJ I realized that it’s a great addition to my routine and I am hooked! It helped raise my endurance and stamina. I am currently training kick boxing and BJJ and it is so much fun and a great work out! It was a little intimidating at first but as soon as I tried it out all of my worries went away! The staff are very friendly and the instructors are awesome and will definitely make sure you are getting your money’s worth and more! I highly recommend bower house mma gym. It’s a great place to learn or hone your inner fighter inside you! You have got to try it out and watch yourself wanting more and more and be more confident, stay healthy and fit! It’s a whole new game at bower house than just going to a regular gym!

Fantastic experience: Training at Bowerhouse has been an amazing experience. Chris is a world class instructor and does a great job at explaining techniques in a way that makes them easy to learn. The atmosphere of the gym is very welcoming. No one has an ego, and everyone just wants to train and get better. The facility is very nice and always clean.

Fantastic experience: In town for a few days and wanted to get a workout in so I came by to check Bowerhouse. Great class, great location, awesome environment, and the coaches were super knowledgeable and very welcoming. Would definitely recommend!! They have a 2 day free trial

Fantastic experience: Bowerhouse is a great one stop academy for all of your martial arts needs and desires. Programs for all ages, goals, and experience levels which is rare to find. To find this caliber facility not directly in a major city is truly amazing. Do not hesitate to experience the environment first hand and see for yourself!

Fantastic experience: I've been training approximately 2 months. As a man over 50 with some beat up joints and carrying a few extra pounds, I was a little nervous coming in; however the level of instruction, the way classes are organized, and the quality of people who train here are all absolutely top notch. I sometimes end up frustrated with my own level and how long certain techniques take to learn (for me!), but it certainly isn't based on the teaching! if you want to learn Jiu Jitsu in a comfortable environment with excellent instructors and cool training partners, look no further!

Fantastic experience: I was invited to this establishment yesterday to be a part of its 6:30pm Jiu Jitsu class, and it was filled with an array of really great kindred spirits and encouraging people. There weren't any clicks or prideful people. It was a community of individuals who were there to learn, teach-and-learn and enjoy the pleasure of each other's company. Enjoyed talking with the owner, who was a really great guy (Chris). Highly recommend this place- good people.

Fantastic experience: No quantity of stars or words will do justice to the breadth and depth of both technique and life skills you can learn at Bowerhouse. Whether you show up to get in shape or submit your ego you will ALWAYS leave with a smile on your face. Can't wait to get back on the mats once I'm fully healed! Every coach is a technical wizard and Chris has created a true temple of the gentle arts!

Fantastic experience: I had a great time doing the fitness challenge at Bowerhouse. The instructors were great and the workouts were killer! If you are serious about getting in shape and being in a fun environment, it's a great place to be!

Fantastic experience: Great place to work out and learn valuable self defense skills for adults and kids. Highly recommend this place.

Fantastic experience: I love this place! Everyone is super helpful and it is always so clean! Chris and Eric are always so patient and will help you until you get the move down. You will quickly feel like you are apart of another family here!

Fantastic experience: I participated in the 6 week weight loss challenge at Bowerhouse MMA and met my goal, losing 6% of my body fat! I was looking for support, encouragement, and even a push to help me reach my fitness and weight loss goals. Danielle and the team at Bowerhouse gave me that and more with a food plan and fitness classes that really kicked my butt! I always left my BH Fitness and Boxing classes dripping with sweat, which is my indicator that they were challenging me and I was giving it my all. There was always someone around after class with a distant pat on the back or a "good job". Almost as important as the encouragement of the instructors and members is the diligence with which they clean the facility. All weights, bags, and mats are sprayed and wiped down after and between each group. I enjoyed seeing the other classes of kids and adults practicing martial arts in the fresh air of the large open concept warehouse environment. I wholeheartedly recommend Bowerhouse MMA!

Fantastic experience: An absolute gem of a Martial arts academy! The staff, especially the main instructor was and is priceless when it comes to his wealth of knowledge. Any questions I had he answered both with haste and gusto. Simply an amazing environment to learn as a beginner or continue your training and as an advanced student. I simply visted yet if I lived in the area o would call this gym my home base. Amazing experience all around. Professional and friendly some thing that is harder and harder to come across now a days! Bravo, I will absolutely return when I visit the area again!

Fantastic experience: I love Bowerhouse MMA! I did their 6 week fitness challenge and lost 21.2 lbs (my goal was 20 lbs)! I can’t recommend them enough. Great instructors and classes that you’ll actually look forward to. Do yourself a favor and try them out!

Fantastic experience: Got bored of the gym and needed a change, walked into Bowerhouse and was super impressed by the amount of classes and equipment. No need to be a professional fighter or boxer, this was a great cardio workout since I went with the boxing classes! Extremely friendly and every time I had a question about form or technique they helped me without feeling dumb lol. Definitely recommend no matter your level of fitness, and the best part is it’s not intimidating like a gym might be, I’m sure they’d be more than happy to give you a tour like they did with me. Thanks for staying in Frederick

Fantastic experience: When I walked into this gym I was treated as family. A truly friendly atmosphere with high-level black belt instruction. What I loved most about this gym was how massive it was and how well-kept it was. I would advise anyone in the Frederick Maryland area to sign up here if they are interested in jujitsu, mixed martial arts or kickboxing!

Fantastic experience: Great youth BJJ program. Coach JD and the rest of Bowerhouse team have created an amazing atmosphere for the kids. Our son always wants to go to class and loves the team environment with the other students. Could not be happier with our decision to join Bowerhouse.

Fantastic experience: Super amazing gym with amazing people. The staff is wonderful. The instruction is top notch, they go into more than just the technique, but the concept of it so you are truly learning more. Great for people of all walks of life, you will all feel a warm welcome! It’s more than just a gym and a workout. You instantly feel apart of the family. Come check it out, you won’t regret it!

Fantastic experience: I trained at Bowerhouse MMA for a week while I was at Ft Detrick. The coaching was fantastic from the basic class to the advanced class I picked up a new technique every day. Everyone was friendly, I would definitely train here with my family if I lived in the area. I highly recommend Bowerhouse MMA, its an outstanding academy

Fantastic experience: I have been attending classes at Bowerhouse MMA for the last month and a half and the depth of knowledge I have been able to learn in such a short amount of time is amazing. I have only participated in BJJ but there are a plethora of other options for classes to try out. The incredible instructors they have running the courses really break things down into a step by step basis to make things as easily to understand as possible. They are also easily some of the most welcoming people I have ever met, everyone there always has a positive attitude and is willing to help you whenever you need it.

Fantastic experience: Bowerhouse MMA is awesome all around! The classes are fun but challenging. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient and motivating. Chris is a great owner and the nicest guy! I'm a relatively fit person by nature but their program kicks my butt and trimmed those pesky pounds. Definitely a gym and program I recommend!!

Fantastic experience: Bowerhouse is an excellent place to train and make new friends. They have expert instructors who are very patient and knowledgeable. They make learning fun. There is a wide variety of programs to choose from. They also will let you have a free trial to check the gym out. I highly encourage anyone to come give it a try . Whether you want to learn martial arts or just joined a fitness class it is definitely worth it.

Fantastic experience: In January, I set fitness goals for myself and joined a gym. I did well but stalled working out by myself. I decided to challenge myself when I saw that Bowerhouse MMA was having a 6 week fitness challenge. It was the best decision I ever made in regard to my fitness and health. The staff at Bowerhouse is knowledgeable and friendly. I never thought I would find myself in an MMA studio, but I have found a home at Bowerhouse. I recommend this place to anyone of any fitness level.

Fantastic experience: Bowerhouse is a great place to train and to get better. They have a lot of options in terms of workouts/martial arts, the customers and staff are all easy going and hardworking which creates a great family atmosphere throughout the whole gym. I highly recommend for anyone who is the interested in training and staying in shape.

Fantastic experience: Bowerhouse MMA is hands down the best gym I've ever been a part of. Chris has put together an amazing team of coaches and classes that offer something for everyone. It's a super friendly environment where you can push yourself mentally, physically and make great friends while doing it. My 6 year old daughter has also been taking BJJ classes at Bowerhouse for the past year. The kids program is second to none and my wife and I have seen a huge boost in our daughters confidence, social skills and attitude. Definitely recommend!

Fantastic experience: I am new to BJJ, having started my training at Bowerhouse in January 2019. From the time that I started, the experience has been great. The instructors are very knowledgeable, and forthcoming with that knowledge, in a humble and helpful manner. The "community" there is very supportive, from top to bottom! I have attended daytime and evening classes, and both are well run and are both educational, and physically challenging, without being overwhelming. There is much more that i want to say about my experience at Bowerhouse, but I don't believe that I can really do it the justice it deserves! If you are interested in training in any of the martial arts that are offered, or just want to get in shape, come on out. Chris and his staff will help you get on the right track!

Fantastic experience: Myself and my family joined Bowerhouse a year ago. We had moved from Ohio and were looking for a school that was just as family oriented as our previous Jiu-Jitsu school. We were so lucky to have found Bowerhouse MMA only the second day after having moved to Maryland. They are the most family friendly school I have seen yet, and the Instructor's are top notch. The skill level and attention to detail of the Professor's and Coach's are amazing. Myself, my wife and 3 daughters all take Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, Boxing and fitness classes several times a week at Bowerhouse and have been welcomed as if it were our second home. I would strongly encourage anyone who lives the Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle like ourselves or if your looking for striking and fitness to first come to this gym. You won't regret it. Our new gym has been absolutely amazing!

Fantastic experience: Bowerhouse is THE place to train martial arts in Frederick. The instructors are all knowledgeable and helpful. The environment is welcoming and everyone is so friendly. Whether you are completely new to martial arts or have previous experience, it won't be long until you find yourself at home in this gym. I impulsively walked in on my first day with no experience and signed up for the 2 day trial for the jiu jitsu class. Honestly, I cannot imagine how mundane exercising would be today if I did not make that decision to try out Bowerhouse. Highly recommend this place.

Fantastic experience: I was very impressed with this gym and highly recommend it. I have been to boxing classes at other gyms with 30 people for 1 instructor. I was making mistakes in my form that nobody noticed after a year of boxing classes! At Bowerhouse, my class had 2 instructors for less than 10 students. I got a lot of individualized instruction that really helped correct my form. Boxing is such an awesome exercise and enables you to really push yourself while still having fun. I work out longer and harder in boxing class that I ever would on my own. An added bonus at Bowerhouse is that the boxing fitness class runs concurrently with children's martial arts training so this enables busy parents to fit in a work-out of their own while their kids are in class. The gym itself is very bright, spacious, and clean. Best gym I have ever been to in Frederick.

Fantastic experience: Bower House is an excellent place to go to hone your skills in anything from kickboxing to judo. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced martial artist, everyone is treated with respect and instructors ensure that each student is advancing. All of the instructors are experienced professionals in their given fields. You won't find a better gym than this.

Fantastic experience: Bowerhouse Academy of Mixed Martial Arts is an amazing facility with great Instructors and a very friendly atmosphere. The Instructors are there if you ever need help, and will answer any questions you have so you are able to perfect the technique taught. I would highly recommend this gym for both competitive individual's and also those just trying to get in shape. Overall a great experience!

Fantastic experience: Bowerhouse is an amazing place to work out and meet great people. I went to Chris for Personal Training. He is by far the best trainer I have ever worked with. Super nice guy and so knowledgeable in his field, listens to your needs and shapes the workouts towards it. I loved seeing results after just a few months training with him. I would definitely recommend him and the academy to everyone who wants to try something new. I haven't taken any classes at Bowerhouse but my husband goes there 4-5 times a week, and he cannot stop talking about how great it is. So if you are in the area, definitely stop by, and give it a try!!