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No-Gi Jiu Jitsu · Ages 14+ · Glen BurnieFaster, closer to wrestling, just as technical.

No-gi is trained in a rash guard and shorts. It’s faster paced and closely resembles wrestling, and it’s where Professor Lee won his No-Gi American National title.

Book a free class When & what to wear
  • Tue & Thu · 6:00 PM
  • Ages 14+
  • First class free
Two grapplers in black rash guards locked in a standing tie-up against a white wall

Gi vs no-gi

Gi or no-gi? Train both.

The use of the uniform is the main difference. Both styles share the same fundamentals, and once you train with us you’ll find they complement each other greatly.

The uniform

Gi

The uniform is used for grips and control, which rewards patient, technical play.

Wear
A white, black or royal-blue gi

Submission grappling

No-Gi

No collar or sleeves, so the game is faster and more athletic.

Wear
Rash guard & shorts
Classes
No-Gi All-Levels, Tue & Thu

The details

When and what to wear.

Full schedule
When
Tuesday & Thursday, 6:00–7:00 PM (All-Levels)
Wear
A rash guard and shorts without zippers or pockets, or leggings
Level
All levels. Beginners should also take Gi Basics, Monday to Thursday at 7 PM
Ages
14 and up
A no-gi competitor attacking a leg entanglement at an IBJJF tournament

On the competition mat

Taught by an IBJJF no-gi champion.

  1. IBJJF

    Adult Black Belt No-Gi American National Champion

  2. IBJJF

    No-Gi World Championship bronze

  3. 2021 · 2022

    IBJJF ranked #2 black belt, Gi & No-Gi

“His teachings are detailed and specific, which significantly helps in retaining and applying the techniques. I learned a new guard pass on my first day…”

Kevin S.Student · Google review
Meet the Coach
A grappler in a black rash guard controlling the head and arm of a crouched opponent
A close-up of two grapplers fighting for grips from guard

FAQ

No-gi, answered.

All questions
What should I wear to no-gi class?

A rash guard with shorts that have no zippers or pockets, or leggings. Bring flip-flops or sandals for walking off the mat, and a water bottle.

I’m new. Can I start with no-gi?

Yes. Beginners are welcome in the No-Gi All-Levels class. We recommend pairing it with Gi Basics, Monday to Thursday at 7 PM, where you’ll build the fundamentals both styles share.

Do you compete?

Many of our members do, and Professor Lee is an active IBJJF black belt competitor. Competition is encouraged but never required. Plenty of students train purely for fitness, self-defense and fun.

Your first class is free

Your first no-gi class is on us.

Pick a program and we'll text you to lock in a time. Every class on the schedule is open to first-timers, and a clean gi is waiting for you.

  • No sign-up fees, ever
  • No experience or fitness needed
  • Taught by an IBJJF black belt

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