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Martial Arts Training in Owings Mills, MD
Crazy 88 MMA in Owings Mills is one of Baltimore County’s premier martial arts academies, offering structured training in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, and kids martial arts programs.
Located at 11409 Cronhill Drive in Owings Mills, MD, we serve students throughout Baltimore County, including Pikesville, Reisterstown, Randallstown, Garrison, Cockeysville, and Lutherville-Timonium.
Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced athlete, Crazy 88 provides a structured training system designed to help you get fit, build real fighting skills, and gain confidence. Start your journey today with a FREE 7-day trial.
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Owings Mills Location
Crazy 88 Mixed Martial Arts
Phone: (410) 999-1064
Crazy 88 MMA is a premier mixed martial arts gym in Owings Mills, Maryland, offering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, MMA, Boxing, and Wrestling classes for adults and kids throughout Baltimore County.
Proudly serving students throughout Baltimore County, including:
- Reisterstown
- Pikesville
- Randallstown
- Windsor Mill
- Milford Mill
- Garrison
- Lutherville-Timonium
- Cockeysville
- Towson
Whether you are looking for beginner martial arts classes, kids martial arts training, self-defense, or competitive MMA training, Crazy 88 provides a welcoming environment for all skill levels.
Why Choose Crazy 88 for Martial Arts Training in Owings Mills, MD?
If you are searching for the best martial arts school in Owings Mills, MD, Crazy 88 Mixed Martial Arts stands apart for its elite coaching, proven programs, and welcoming community. Students from Owings Mills, Reisterstown, Pikesville, Randallstown, and throughout Baltimore County choose Crazy 88 because we deliver real results on and off the mat.
- 20+ Years of Experience: Crazy 88 has been training students since 2005. Our curriculum, our coaches, and our culture have been built and refined over two decades of real-world experience.
- World-Class Coaching: Our instructors have trained and coached at the highest levels of the sport. When you train at Crazy 88, you’re learning from the best in Central Maryland.
- Programs for Every Age and Level: From Tiny Ninjas to advanced adult classes, Crazy 88 Owings Mills has a program for every member of your family.
- A Real Community: Our students don’t just train together, they push each other, support each other, and show up for each other. That’s the Crazy 88 culture.
- IBJJF Affiliated: As an IBJJF-affiliated school, our BJJ program meets the highest standards of curriculum and instruction in the sport.
- Flexible Schedules: Morning, afternoon, and evening classes make it easy to fit martial arts training into your life, whether you’re a working professional or a busy parent.
- 7-Day Free Trial: Try any class for a full week, completely free. No commitment, no pressure, just come in and experience it for yourself.
Adult Martial Arts Programs in Owings Mills & Baltimore County, MD
Our Owings Mills gym offers a full range of martial arts programs for adults and children. Each program is designed with clear progression in mind, so whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to sharpen skills you already have, there’s a place for you on our mats.
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) in Owings Mills, MD
Crazy 88 Mixed Martial Arts offers a complete MMA program in Owings Mills, MD, designed to help beginners and experienced athletes develop real fighting skills, improve conditioning, and build confidence in a structured, high-level training environment.
Unlike traditional gyms that teach striking and grappling separately, MMA training combines every aspect of combat into one system, so you learn how techniques work together in real-time situations. Our MMA classes focus on practical application, live movement, and skill development that translates inside and outside the gym.
Training focuses on:
- Striking under pressure
- Takedown entries and defense
- Clinch control and transitions
- Ground survival and submissions
- Conditioning that mirrors real performance demands
Beginner-Friendly MMA Classes
Whether your goal is self-defense, fitness, confidence, or competition, our Baltimore County MMA classes are designed to help you improve step by step in a safe, structured environment. No experience is needed to start.
Our coaches break down techniques clearly and help new students build strong fundamentals before progressing to more advanced training.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) in Owings Mills, MD
Crazy 88 is known throughout Baltimore County for high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and No-Gi grappling training designed for beginners, hobbyists, competitors, and experienced grapplers. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu focuses on leverage, positioning, submissions, and control, allowing students to defend themselves effectively regardless of size or strength.
Whether your goal is self-defense, fitness, competition, or personal growth, our BJJ program helps students develop discipline, resilience, and practical grappling skills.
Early training emphasizes:
- Position awareness and body control
- Escaping bad positions safely
- Understanding pressure and balance
- Basic submissions and defense concepts
Beginner-Friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Training
New students are introduced to BJJ through structured instruction that focuses on movement, positioning, and foundational techniques. Our experienced instructors help students build confidence step by step in a supportive environment where beginners can learn safely while developing real grappling skills.
As students improve, they can explore both Gi and No-Gi training depending on their goals and interests.
Muay Thai Kickboxing in Owings Mills, MD
Our Muay Thai kickboxing classes in Baltimore County combine technical striking instruction with high-energy conditioning to help students improve fitness, coordination, confidence, and self-defense skills.
Students learn how to generate power, improve movement, and develop striking combinations while training in a positive and motivating atmosphere.
Core training elements include:
- Controlled pad and bag rounds
- Timing and distance drills
- Clinch awareness and balance
- Defensive reactions and counters
- Conditioning is built into every session
Kickboxing Classes for All Experience Levels
Whether you are completely new to striking or have prior martial arts experience, our coaches help students progress safely while developing technique and conditioning. Students throughout Owings Mills and Baltimore County choose our striking classes to improve fitness, reduce stress, build confidence, and learn practical stand-up skills.
Private Martial Arts Training in Owings Mills, MD
Crazy 88 offers private martial arts training in Owings Mills for students who want one-on-one coaching, faster skill development, or individualized attention. Private sessions are available for adults and children across all disciplines, including BJJ, Muay Thai, MMA, and more.
Private lessons are ideal for:
- Beginners who want extra guidance
- Students preparing for competition
- Athletes refining specific techniques
- Adults seeking personalized self-defense training
- Students looking to accelerate progress
- Kids who benefit from focused instruction
Our coaches tailor each private lesson around your goals, experience level, and training needs. Whether you want to improve fundamentals, sharpen advanced techniques, or build confidence before joining group classes, private martial arts training provides focused instruction designed around your progress. Contact us to schedule your session.
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Kids Martial Arts Classes in Baltimore County, MD
At Crazy 88 Owings Mills, our kids’ & teen martial arts programs in Owings Mills, MD, are designed to help children grow both physically and mentally in a structured, supportive environment.
Families throughout Baltimore County choose our academy because we focus on more than just techniques. We help kids build confidence, discipline, focus, and respect through consistent training and positive reinforcement. Every class is age-specific, structured, and led by instructors who specialize in youth development.
- Tiny Ninjas: Ages 3-4
- Little Ninjas: Ages 5-8
- Juniors: Ages 9-13
- Teens: Ages 14+
Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Owings Mills, MD
Our Owings Mills Kids Jiu-Jitsu classes teach children how to use technique, leverage, and body control while building confidence, discipline, and problem-solving skills in a safe and structured setting.
Kids BJJ is one of the most effective martial arts for helping children develop self-defense awareness, emotional control, and resilience without relying on strength or aggression.
What kids will learn in our children’s BJJ classes:
- How to stay calm under pressure
- Basic positions and control concepts
- Escapes and defensive awareness
- Confidence through technical skill development
Our coaches break techniques down step by step so children can progress at their own pace while building strong fundamentals and learning how to train safely with partners.
Kids Muay Thai in Owings Mills, MD
Our kids’ kickboxing classes in Baltimore County help children improve fitness, coordination, confidence, and discipline through structured striking-based martial arts training.
Students learn proper technique, movement, and control in a safe and encouraging environment while staying active and building athletic skills.
Training includes:
- Footwork and balance
- Basic punching and kicking mechanics
- Coordination and timing drills
- Controlled partner exercises
Classes are designed to be challenging, engaging, and age-appropriate so children can build skills while having fun and staying motivated.
Junior & Teen Martial Arts in Owings Mills, MD
Our teen martial arts program in Owings Mills, MD helps students build confidence, discipline, athleticism, and real-world self-defense skills in a structured and supportive training environment.
Designed specifically for teenagers, these classes combine high-level martial arts instruction with personal development, helping students improve physically and mentally while learning practical skills they can carry into everyday life.
What teens learn in martial arts classes:
- Self-defense and situational awareness
- Discipline, focus, and accountability
- Boxing, kickboxing, and striking fundamentals
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and grappling techniques
- Athletic conditioning and endurance
- Coordination, balance, and reaction timing
- Confidence under pressure
- Respect, teamwork, and perseverance
Kids Martial Arts Summer Camp in Owings Mills, MD
Crazy 88 Mixed Martial Arts offers an exciting kids martial arts summer camp in Owings Mills, MD, designed to keep children active, engaged, and learning during school breaks. Our camp combines martial arts training, fitness activities, and structured games to create a fun and productive summer experience.
This program is ideal for parents in Owings Mills, Reisterstown, Pikesville, and Baltimore County who want a safe, structured environment where their children can build confidence, stay active, and develop positive habits.
Camp activities include:
- Martial arts training (BJJ, Muay Thai, MMA basics)
- Team-building activities and games
- Character development and discipline exercises
- Structured daily physical activity
Each camp is designed to keep kids active, confident, and engaged throughout the summer months.
Get Your Free 7-Day Martial Arts Trial in Owings Mills, MD
The hardest part is walking through the door the first time. We make that easy. Every new student at Crazy 88 Owings Mills gets a full 7-day free trial that includes access to any class, any program, completely free. No contracts, no pressure, no experience required. Whether your goal is to get in shape, learn self-defense, build confidence, or find a new community, our coaches will help you get started in the right class from day one.
Train like a fighter. Get fit like a fighter. Find your community at Crazy 88 MMA in Owings Mills, MD.
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👨🏻🏫 Coach Nathan and Coach Mahoney spend dedicated time with each group, making sure every student understands the technique before moving on.
📚 Each month, students focus on a new set of techniques that they’ll practice throughout class and test on at the end of the month for their next stripes.
⭐️ To give your child the best chance for success, we recommend maintaining at least two classes per week in each style they attend. Consistency is key to building confidence, skill, and progress! 🚀
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🥊 Coach Paul making adjustments and fine-tuning technique. Taking the time to make sure it’s right before heading to the next group. That’s coaching. 👊🔥
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🏆 Mahoney and Epps tag teamed the Master International Tournament and kicked off World Championships week with great momentum 🔥
🟤🥇 Coach Danny Mahoney captured his first Brown Belt gold medal with a composed and dominant performance. He won his first two matches 2-0 before securing the championship by referee decision in the finals.
⚫️🥉 Brandon Epps earned his first Black Belt medal this weekend. After dropping his opening match in his division, he battled back to claim 3rd place in the Open Class. He won his first match by wrist lock and followed it up with an 8-2 victory in the second round. A huge milestone and an important step forward at black belt.
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🧐 Have you been to our new Tuesday and Thursday night No Gi fundamentals class?
⏰ 8:00pm - 9:00pm with Coach Josh Tuck
With this addition we now have Jiu Jitsu everyday. Three days of Gi. Three days of No Gi. Perfect balance. ☯️
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🥊👊🏽 Adult Muay Thai Schedule
Tuesday & Thursday
7:00pm - 8:00pm Muay Thai Fundamentals
7:00pm - 8:00pm Muay Thai Advanced
Saturday
11:00am - 12:00pm Muay Thai All Levels
Frequently Asked Questions — Martial Arts in Owings Mills, MD
Do I need any experience to start martial arts at Crazy 88 Owings Mills?
Not at all. Every program we offer has an introductory track designed specifically for beginners. Whether you’re brand new to martial arts or just new to our gym, our coaches will meet you where you are and help you build from there. The only thing you need to bring is a willingness to learn.
What is the 7-day free trial?
New students get a full week of unlimited classes, completely free. You can try any program at our Owings Mills location including MMA, BJJ, Muay Thai, boxing, kickboxing bootcamp, or kids’ classes, with no commitment or credit card required. It’s our way of letting you experience Crazy 88 before you decide if it’s right for you.
What martial arts classes are available at your Owings Mills location?
Our Owings Mills gym offers Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi and No-Gi), Muay Thai Kickboxing, Boxing, Kickboxing Bootcamp, and a full range of children’s programs including Tiny Ninjas, Little Ninjas, Kids BJJ, Kids Muay Thai, and Junior/Teen Martial Arts. We also offer the Kids After School Program exclusively at this location.
Is Crazy 88 Owings Mills good for kids?
Yes. Our children’s martial arts programs in Owings Mills are among the best in Baltimore County. Our instructors are experienced in teaching children at every age level and are committed to creating a safe, fun, and structured environment. We have programs starting as young as age 3 all the way through our Junior and Teen tracks. Parents consistently tell us that their children develop more focus, confidence, and discipline after joining our kids’ programs.
Do you offer an after school program in Owings Mills?
Yes and it’s exclusive to our Owings Mills location. The Kids After School Program provides Baltimore County families with a safe, structured, and enriching environment for children after school. It combines supervised study time, physical activity, and martial arts instruction. Contact us for current enrollment availability and scheduling details.
How do I sign up for a class or the free trial?
The easiest way to get started is to fill out the free trial form on this page. You can also call us directly at (410) 999-1064 or stop by the gym at 11409 Cronhill Drive, Ste E, Owings Mills, MD 21117. Our team will help you find the right program and get your first class scheduled.
What are your class schedules at Owings Mills?
We offer morning, afternoon, and evening classes throughout the week to accommodate busy schedules. Class times vary by program. Visit our website or contact the Owings Mills location directly at (410) 999-1064 for the current class schedule.
I’m not in shape — is Crazy 88 still for me?
Absolutely. Many of our most successful long-term students walked through the door for the first time out of shape, unsure, and a little nervous, just like most people do. Martial arts training is how you get in shape, not something you need to be in shape to start. Our coaches will work with you at your current fitness level and help you build from there. Getting fit is a byproduct of showing up and training.
Is Crazy 88 in Owings Mills affiliated with any official organizations?
Yes. Crazy 88 is an IBJJF (International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation) affiliated school. This affiliation reflects our commitment to high-quality BJJ instruction and ensures that our curriculum and belt promotions meet internationally recognized standards. We encourage students to check our website for any additional affiliations and recognition.
Do you offer private martial arts training in Owings Mills?
Yes. Private one-on-one training sessions are available for adults and children across all disciplines. Private lessons are ideal for students who want to accelerate their progress, work on specific techniques, or get personalized feedback from a coach. Contact us at (410) 999-1064 to learn more and schedule a private session.
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