Gain skilled practice in the art of self-defense at Ground Control Academy in Owings Mills, Maryland – a well-rounded training center, where Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu meets diverse influences, from Muay Thai Kickboxing to Olympic Wrestling. Experience the gravity of strength and expertise at this distinguished martial arts school, managed by Pro MMA and Muay Thai fighter Ryan Mackin. As the only Gracie-certified Owings Mills jiu-jitsu school, Ground Control Academy challenges you to learn highly effective skills in a safe environment, under the watchful eye of dedicated instructors.
Ground Control Academy is the largest and most recognized mixed martial arts academy in Maryland. We teach MMA, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, muay thai, kickboxing, boxing and wrestling. At Ground Control, people of all ages and fitness levels work as a team to achieve their goals in physical and mental excellence through martial arts and fitness. Ground Control’s family of professors, coaches, and trainers are constantly working together to help members reach their fitness goals as a team. We train like we are family! Everyone is here to help and encourage each other to set and achieve their goals.