Learn the most effective striking techniques for self-defense and sport with Coach Greg Bartman! This exciting program combines valid street-defense techniques with an incredible workout. The training regimen is a practical hybrid of the best striking arts, including Muay Thai, Western Boxing, Bando, Tae Kwon Do, Jeet Koon Do, and Karate. We safely cover the details of stances, movement, defenses, punches, elbow and knee strikes, kicks, and practical combinations. We incorporate striking methods both standing and on the ground. Sport MMA aspects are also covered.

This class will increase your strength, balance, coordination, stamina, overall fitness, and confidence. Classes consist of warm-ups, technical instruction, movement exercises, shadowboxing, striking target shields & focus mitts, punches and kicks on the heavy bags, partner drills, sparring for experienced students, and cool-down stretching. The class does not require unusual flexibility or a high level of fitness to begin.

All training is conducted in a safe environment designed to maximize the experience for all levels of students while greatly reducing any chance of injury.

No experience necessary. Both genders. Ages teen to adult. Equipment and gloves available for purchase or provided.

Schedule your first class today!

Drop-in option for first class and out-of-town visitors: Pay online option now available!

Phone: 202-203-9013 

Email: BartmanMMA@gmail.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/bartmanmma

Visit the Contact Us page for our contact form as well as location information.

Class Times

Classes are available for Adults, Teens and Kids.Please see Schedule and Membership for the schedule, location and membership information.

Locations

Classes are available in both North Bethesda, MD and Glenmont/Silver Spring, MD locations.

Glenmont/Silver Spring:

12357 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, Maryland 20906

The sign up top says "Karate" and the doorway is shared between Dragon Martial Arts and the Dance Studio.

Next to the intersection of Randolph Rd and Georgia Ave, in the Glenmont Shopping Center with Staples and CVS.

Walking distance from Glenmont Metro!

Easily accessible from Rockville, Wheaton, Bethesda, and Olney, Maryland.

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Bethesda:

Rockledge Fitness Center

*(Fitness Center Membership not required)

Rockledge Centre One, 6705 Rockledge Drive, Bethesda, MD, 20817, Suite 5070 (5th floor)

The Rockledge Fitness Center is located on the 5th floor in an office building. There is visitor parking behind the building. Take the elevators to the 5th floor to reach the gym. Gym membership is not required, however payments for the classes are handled through the gym. 

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