Lineage BJJ

Lineage BJJ Lineage BJJ offers authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for all ages. We are the only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Southern Maryland with 6 black belts on staff.

We also have a brand new facility that is the largest martial arts academy in Southern Maryland. Lineage BJJ is proud to offer the authentic teachings of Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the St. Mary's County and Southern Maryland (SOMD) community. Conveniently located in California, MD, the academy is easily accessible to individuals seeking to learn this highly effective martial art. The owner of L

ineage BJJ brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the academy. As a black belt directly under the esteemed Gracie family, the owner has undergone rigorous training and has received the highest level of certification in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. With a direct lineage to the founders of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the academy ensures that students receive authentic and time-tested instruction. In addition to their martial arts background, the owner has a distinguished professional background. As a veteran and retired law enforcement from the U.S. Secret Service, they have served their country with honor and dedication. Their experience in law enforcement brings a unique perspective to the training at Lineage BJJ, emphasizing the practical application of Jiu-Jitsu techniques for self-defense. Lineage BJJ takes great pride in its commitment to providing high-quality instruction in a supportive and inclusive environment. Students of all ages and skill levels are welcomed with open arms, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie. Whether an individual is seeking self-defense skills, physical fitness, or personal growth, Lineage BJJ offers a comprehensive program to meet their needs. The academy's location in California, MD, allows residents of St. Mary's County and the surrounding areas to conveniently access world-class Jiu-Jitsu training without the need for extensive travel. This ensures that the benefits of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu are accessible to the local community, enabling individuals to improve their self-defense capabilities, boost their fitness levels, and develop valuable life skills. Lineage BJJ is more than just a martial arts academy—it is a place where individuals can come together to learn, grow, and support one another. With a focus on authenticity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence, Lineage BJJ stands as a beacon of high-quality Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in St. Mary's County and SOMD.

Little hands, big skills. 🤼Watching young kids work through grappling drills is one of the best parts of what we do at L...
08/23/2026

Little hands, big skills. 🤼

Watching young kids work through grappling drills is one of the best parts of what we do at Lineage BJJ. Our martial arts for kids programs teach real BJJ fundamentals in a way that keeps children engaged, moving, and smiling while they learn balance, coordination, and self defense basics that actually stick.

✔ Age-appropriate jiu jitsu for kids as young as 3
✔ Confidence and focus built into every class
✔ Safe, structured grappling with patient coaching

Families across Southern Maryland, from California and Leonardtown to Lexington Park, bring their kids here to grow on and off the mat. If your child has energy to burn this back-to-school season, come watch a class and see how they light up. We would love to meet your family at Lineage BJJ.

Good coaching makes all the difference on the mat. 🥋At Lineage BJJ, every grappling session is guided by experienced ins...
08/20/2026

Good coaching makes all the difference on the mat. 🥋

At Lineage BJJ, every grappling session is guided by experienced instructors who break techniques down step by step. Whether you are brand new to jiu jitsu or refining your skills, you get real feedback while you drill, not just reps on your own.

• Hands-on instruction in every BJJ class
• Practical self defense that builds confidence
• A welcoming room for all skill levels

Families from California, Lexington Park, Leonardtown, and the surrounding Southern Maryland area train here for adult martial arts classes and martial arts for kids. If you have been searching martial arts near me, come visit Lineage BJJ and try your first class.

Breathe, reset, and recharge with us this Saturday at Lineage BJJ.Whether you train, lift, work long hours, sit behind a...
05/28/2026

Breathe, reset, and recharge with us this Saturday at Lineage BJJ.

Whether you train, lift, work long hours, sit behind a desk, or just need an hour to decompress, Yoga with Shannon is designed to help improve mobility, flexibility, recovery, and mental clarity in a welcoming, beginner-friendly environment.

Open to the public. No experience needed. Bring a friend and come move with us.

🗓 Saturday | 10AM–11AM
📍 Lineage BJJ – California, MD
💲 Only $10 per class





Take an hour for yourself this Saturday and come experience an incredible yoga class with Shannon at Lineage BJJ.Whether...
05/14/2026

Take an hour for yourself this Saturday and come experience an incredible yoga class with Shannon at Lineage BJJ.

Whether you train hard on the mats, sit behind a desk all week, deal with stress, tight muscles, or just need to reset mentally and physically, this class is for you. Shannon does an amazing job creating a welcoming atmosphere for all levels, from complete beginners to experienced practitioners.

Open to the public, members, friends, and family. Come move, stretch, recover, and recharge.

🗓 Saturday, May 16
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Lineage BJJ
44723 Saint Andrews Church Road
California, MD

💵 $10 Cash Mat Fee
✅ Staff Members: Free

Come reset, recharge, and move.

To every mom in our academy family, Happy Mother’s Day! Whether you’re the one tying your child’s belt before class, the...
05/10/2026

To every mom in our academy family, Happy Mother’s Day!

Whether you’re the one tying your child’s belt before class, the one putting in work on the mats yourself, or both, you inspire us every single day.

The strength, heart, and grit you pour into your family and your training, that’s what Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is all about.

We’re grateful to have you in our community. You are seen, celebrated, and deeply appreciated.

With love from everyone at the Academy, have an incredible day. You’ve earned it.

YOGA AT LINEAGE BJJ STARTS TOMORROWJoin us Saturday at 10 AM for our brand new biweekly yoga program with Shannon, open ...
05/01/2026

YOGA AT LINEAGE BJJ STARTS TOMORROW

Join us Saturday at 10 AM for our brand new biweekly yoga program with Shannon, open to the public.

Whether you train Jiu Jitsu or you are just getting started, this is one of the best things you can do for your body. Better flexibility, better recovery, fewer injuries, and a sharper, more controlled game on the mats.

If you are part of our team, you should be here. If you are not, this is a great opportunity to come check us out.

Come move, breathe, and reset.

📍 Lineage BJJ
44723 Saint Andrews Church Rd
California, MD

🕙 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

💵 $20 cash, general public
💵 $10 cash, members and immediate family
🆓 Free for staff

No experience needed. Just show up.

See you on the mat.

Labor Day Weekend just got better.While everyone else is at the beach, YOU could be on the mat with one of the most dang...
04/30/2026

Labor Day Weekend just got better.

While everyone else is at the beach, YOU could be on the mat with one of the most dangerous no-gi grapplers in the Northeast.

Shawn Melanson — BJJ black belt, BJJ Fanatics instructor, IBJJF Pan No-Gi medalist, and one of the top submission hunters in the region — is coming to Lineage BJJ on September 5th for a 3-hour no-gi seminar. 2 hours of pure instruction. 1 hour of Q&A and rolling with Shawn himself.

All academies welcome. All levels welcome. Spots are limited.

Early bird: $100 through July 31 — and it’s fully refundable. After that, it’s $125 and non-refundable.

Registration link in the first comment 👇 Don’t sleep on this.

Huge thank you to Dave Porter and Rob for coming out to Lineage BJJ this past weekend.Dave shared a great front headlock...
04/21/2026

Huge thank you to Dave Porter and Rob for coming out to Lineage BJJ this past weekend.

Dave shared a great front headlock series with our team — guillotine, anaconda, and D’Arce — and the details were excellent. Very applicable stuff that people can use right away.

Also want to thank our team for showing up and supporting the seminar.

We got a late start because of traffic, but Dave absolutely made up for it by staying until late in the afternoon, continuing to teach, answer questions, and roll with everyone who wanted to train. That meant a lot and says a lot about him.

Thank you again for coming out and giving back to the team. Wishing Dave and his family the very best on their move to the Big Island.

Proud of the team this weekend.Team LINEAGE (Calvert MMA and Lineage BJJ) came away with another team championship—this ...
04/15/2026

Proud of the team this weekend.

Team LINEAGE (Calvert MMA and Lineage BJJ) came away with another team championship—this time at the Control Combat BJJ tournament.

Really happy for everyone who stepped out there and put it on the line. That’s not easy to do, and it says a lot about the group we have.

More than anything, it’s a good sign that what we’re doing in training is working. We’re seeing it show up consistently when it counts.

Appreciate the effort, the attitude, and the way everyone represented the team.

Address

44723 St. Andrews Church Road
California, MD
20619

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 7am
4:30pm - 9pm
Tuesday 11am - 12:30pm
5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 6am - 7am
4:30pm - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 12:30pm
5pm - 9pm
Friday 6am - 7am
4:30pm - 8pm
Sunday 10am - 12pm

Telephone

+13013778773

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