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Ground Control
4.7 ★★★★★ 64 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Rosedale, Maryland
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule groundcontrolbaltimore.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (410) 340-5925
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 AM, 10 AM–1 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7 AM, 5–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7 AM, 10 AM–1 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7 AM, 5–10 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–1 PM, 5–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–12:30 PM |
The classes they run
“The facility is beautiful, large, and upgraded, and my daughter absolutely loves it here.”
“I went here for my first time a few weeks ago and found the environment to be safe, fun and most importantly - geared towards learning.”
“They just got in a new Muay Thai instructor who I haven't had a chance to learn too much from, but I feel that he is also a great source.”
“The boxing instructor here, Russ Shiflett, is incredibly technically sound.”
“The instructors and professors are totally legit, and you will absolutely get one-on-one treatment here.”
“We couldn't be happier with our experience with the teen classes.”
Other martial arts here
“They just got in a new Muay Thai instructor who I haven't had a chance to learn too much from, but I feel that he is also a great source.”
“The boxing instructor here, Russ Shiflett, is incredibly technically sound.”
“Went to morning no-gi classes with coaches Tim and John and it was by far the best instruction I've received out of the four bjj/mma gyms I've been at.”
“Went to morning no-gi classes with coaches Tim and John and it was by far the best instruction I've received out of the four bjj/mma gyms I've been at.”
What members say
“Went to morning no-gi classes with coaches Tim and John and it was by far the best instruction I've received out of the four bjj/mma gyms I've been at.”
“I went here for my first time a few weeks ago and found the environment to be safe, fun and most importantly - geared towards learning.”
“The facility is beautiful, large, and upgraded, and my daughter absolutely loves it here.”
“The environment is welcoming, and it's clear that they care about helping each student learn, grow, and build confidence.”
“The facilities and classes might be intimidating at first glance, but the people are friendly and amazing as long as you are eager to learn.”
From the reviews
I trained at GC for about 2.5 years. I started off at Ground Control Columbia for about a year and then moved to Baltimore and attended this location. Both are fantastic with great instructors.
I dropped in here back in June when I was in town for a wedding. Training here was the highlight of my weekend. The staff is kind and courteous, instructors were knowledgeable and ran a very fun class, and my training partners were all respectful.
I trained at Ground Control last night and it was a fantastic experience. The I stress great. Rolling was awesome. My drilling partner was great to work with. The techniques were explained well and are effective. I highly recommend Ground Control.
I was only able to make it to one mid day no-gi bjj class taught by John. The facility was huge (especially coming from a guy that trains in NYC), and a shower *was* available. The instruction was personal and detailed. I am still using the guard pass taught that day.
New to kickboxing? Start at Ground Control
Ground Control comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Ground Control
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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