Team Randori
Martial Arts

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
in Annapolis

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BJJ Training

Welcome to Team Randori Martial Arts, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Annapolis where beginners can learn in a structured, supportive, and results-focused environment.

Our black belt-led system is designed to help students build skills safely, make steady progress, and avoid the confusion many people feel when they first step onto the mat.

Proudly police- and veteran-owned, Team Randori serves the community with experienced coaching from International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation World Champion instructors who care about each student’s growth both on and off the mat.

Adults and children gain more than Jiu-Jitsu skills. They build confidence, awareness, practical self-defense, resilience, discipline, and a strong sense of community.

No experience is required, and there are no contracts or obligations.

Start your journey today at Team Randori Martial Arts!


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Our Academy

At Team Randori Martial Arts, we created a supportive environment where students can learn from some of the absolute best instructors in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu arena. As an International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF)—registered academy, our instructors and academy are held to the highest standards in the sport. We are committed to helping our students grow in confidence, discipline, respect, and resilience. Our kids program is designed to reinforce the values parents teach at home while providing a positive outlet for personal development on the mats. Students learn from World Class Champion Black Belt instructors who have dedicated their lives to the martial art. Combined with a welcoming community, high-energy classes, and world-class instruction, Team Randori is the only option for exceptional BJJ training in Annapolis and the Anne Arundel County area.

Our History

Academy owner Al Hogan opened our doors in 2013 to bring something special to the Annapolis community. As a former federal law-enforcement special agent and military veteran, he looked around and saw the community was in need of a home for professional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction. With his years of experience in leadership roles, Al built an academy where students learn high-end martial arts along with leadership and discipline. Growing throughout the years, he made sure to continuously provide the absolute best training in the area. At Team Randori, we focus on one thing and one thing only—real authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu!

Words from Our Community

We pride ourselves on providing students with a clear path toward development. For more than a decade, we’ve helped students reach their full potential on and off the mat! And don’t just take our word for it. Check out our students’ firsthand testimonials on how they’ve grown at Team Randori Martial Arts!

Claim One of Our Trial Membership Options!

Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or returning to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, we offer a trial experience designed to help you determine if our academy is the right fit for your goals. Beginners can choose between our 5-Class Trial Membership for $50 or our 30-Day Trial Membership for $135, which includes unlimited training for 30 days and a complimentary BJJ uniform.

If you have previous Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience, we invite you to attend a complimentary class. It’s an opportunity to meet our instructors, experience our professional training environment, and discuss the best way to continue your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey.

Meet Our Team

Martial Arts Instructors

Our team brings electric energy to the mats each day at Team Randori Martial Arts! Students are met by seasoned professionals that make Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes fun and informative. Meet our world champion coaches below to see who can help you on your journey!

Owner & Founder  Black Belt 2nd Degree Alfred Hogan
Alfred Hogan
Owner & Founder
Black Belt 2nd Degree

I’m Al Hogan, I’m the Owner and Founder of Team Randori Martial Arts, MD. My background and experience in Martial Arts and Combatives instruction stem from my military and federal law enforcement service. I’m a retired U.S. Army CW4, with 22 years of service. During my military tenure, I’ve been awarded with numerous citations and awards, which include a Bronze Star for service in Iraq and another during service in Afghanistan and other citations while assigned to the Department of Defenses’ Executive Protection Unit, where I provided personal Executive Level Protection to the Secretary of Defense, Secretary of Army and other High-Risk Personnel. I’m also a graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy (FBINA) Session 232.

My goal is to offer you a PREMIER Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy. I want Team Randori to be a place where you can learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from COMPETENT, EXPERIENCED and KNOWLEDGEABLE Instructors. In other words, THE BEST!

Academy Instructor  Black Belt 3rd Degree Carlos Lima
Carlos Lima
Academy Instructor
Black Belt 3rd Degree

Carlos Placido, is a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, having earned his black belt in 2013. Originally from Brazil, he brings with him the roots, tradition, and authenticity of true Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, combined with over a decade of experience living and teaching in the United States.

As an active competitor, Professor Carlos believes in leading by example. He continues to test himself on the mats, demonstrating that growth never stops—regardless of rank or experience. His teaching style blends strong fundamentals, discipline, and technical precision with encouragement and personal development.

Beyond Jiu-Jitsu, Carlos graduated in Law in Brazil and has always been passionate about serving others. He has conducted seminars, mentored students on and off the mats, and actively serves in his church as a leader for youth groups. His leadership is grounded in faith, integrity, and a commitment to helping others become stronger—not only as athletes, but as individuals.

Head Academy InstructorBlack Belt 3rd Degree Guilherme Neves
Guilherme Neves
Head Academy Instructor
Black Belt 3rd Degree

I’m Guilherme “Poeta” Neves, and I’m the Head Instructor of Team Randori Martial Arts. I was born June 18, 1985, in Jacareí, a small town in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. I started my martial arts journey at the age of 8 years old, training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As I got older, I moved to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for a short time and later returned to my hometown and then began practicing Judo. It was during this time that I met my main Head Coach, Professor Marcelo Siqueira. I then began training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. After training under Professor Marcelo—who was a student of the famous Master Luiz Dagmar from the Careca-Atos BJJ team—I decided to travel to other cities in Brazil in search of better training opportunities. My pursuits led me to train with several renowned and world-class athletes.

I remain active, participating in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Grappling superfights from time to time and I teach because I love what I do.

My goals now are to dedicate more time my students. I look forward to all the adventures that life has in store for me and personally coaching my son and two daughters to become Jiu-Jitsu World Champions.

IBJJF Registered InstructorBrown Belt Steve Rotella
Steve Rotella
IBJJF Registered Instructor
Brown Belt

My name is Steve Rotellla, I was born in Syracuse, NY in 1990. Throughout my youth I was an athlete in basketball, lacrosse, and snowboarding. Immediately after graduating from high school in 2009, I joined the United States Marine Corps where I served for five years as a cryptologic linguist, supporting operations in the Global War on Terrorism. After completing my military service, I took on various jobs, but for the most part felt unfulfilled as I missed utilizing my analytical and competitive sides. I was exposed to Jiu-Jitsu through watching mixed martial arts, and I always found the complexity and effectiveness of grappling to be the most interesting part of the sport.

Our Academy Class Schedule

Explore our class schedule and find the perfect time to train! We offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes throughout the week for kids and adults, making it easy to get started and stay consistent on your journey.

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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Programs

Students of all ages and abilities can find a home at Team Randori Martial Arts.

From Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to a variety of adult programs, Team Randori offers training options for every stage of life and experience level.
Explore the programs below to find the right fit for you and your family—and discover why so many people choose Team Randori for BJJ in Annapolis.

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Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Our Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program combines practical self-defense with a challenging full-body workout. At Team Randori Martial Arts, you’ll learn how to use leverage, technique, and positioning to control opponents regardless of size or strength.

Each class helps build confidence, improves fitness, and sharpens problem-solving skills under pressure. Whether you’re brand new to BJJ or returning to training, our adult program provides a supportive environment where you can develop real skills, earn rank promotions, and achieve lasting personal growth.

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Ladies Only Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

You can join us in a ladies-only space for your BJJ journey through our Ladies Only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program. Students can come in with no experience and learn everything you need to know about leverage, body positioning, escapes, and submissions. This supportive environment provides ladies with a space to learn practical self-defense skills, improve fitness, and become confident on and off the mat.

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Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

(ages 4+)

Our Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program in Annapolis helps children build confidence, character, and real-world self-defense skills through fun, structured training. Students learn how to stay calm under pressure, make smart decisions, and use leverage-based techniques to protect themselves while developing respect, discipline, and perseverance. Beyond self-defense, BJJ helps improve focus, fitness, and resilience, giving kids valuable tools for success in school, sports, and everyday life. Parents appreciate the positive impact on their child’s confidence, behavior, and work ethic, all within a supportive environment that encourages growth, accountability, and achievement.

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Kids BJJ Competition Team

For parents wanting more than just an activity. Our Competition Team is a proven path for kids to take their confidence, discipline, resilience, focus, and leadership beyond that of normal sports training activities. Our kids regularly compete at prestigious local, regional, and national tournaments, including International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF), World League, ADCC, and other elite youth competitions. Through our structured curriculum and competition preparation programs, kids gain valuable experience setting goals, overcoming challenges, and performing under pressure—skills that benefit them both on and off the mats.

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FAQs

Yes, there are kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes designed to help build confidence and deal with bullying. Kids learn practical self-defense skills, including how to stay safe and how to react if someone tries to push them around. The classes focus on building confidence, discipline, and resilience with positive coaching in a supportive environment. Along with learning how to defend themselves, kids also gain social skills and the mindset to handle tough situations, both on and off the mat. The aim is for every child to feel stronger, safer, and more confident in facing modern-day challenges

There are martial arts classes made specifically for adult beginners with no previous experience. These beginner classes focus on basic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu moves, taught step by step in a safe, supportive environment. Instructors explain things clearly and go over the fundamentals, so you won’t feel out of place or overwhelmed, even if you’ve never done any martial arts before. The classes are structured for real people—regular adults who want to build self-defense skills, confidence, and fitness from the ground up. Everyone starts together, and you’ll be learning with others who are also new to martial arts, no pressure to compete or keep up with advanced students.

Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes are offered and designed to help children build confidence, discipline, and real self-defense skills. Classes focus on teaching kids how to handle themselves in tough situations, using proven techniques like leverage, control, and escaping from bad positions. Training is set up to boost not only their physical fitness and coordination but also their self-esteem and ability to handle stress or bullying at school. The program creates a supportive environment where kids learn at their own pace, make friends, and see real growth both on and off the mat.

Yes, there are Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes designed to help build confidence and deal with bullying. Kids learn practical self-defense skills, including how to stay safe and how to react if someone tries to push them around. The classes focus on building confidence, discipline, and resilience with positive coaching in a supportive environment. Along with learning how to defend themselves, kids also gain social skills and the mindset to handle tough situations, both on and off the mat. The aim is for every child to feel stronger, safer, and more confident in facing modern-day challenges.

There are dedicated Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes made specifically for beginners, including those with zero experience. These classes focus on teaching fundamental self-defense skills in a safe, structured environment guided by experienced instructors. Kids learn how to protect themselves with techniques that really work, but just as important, they build real confidence, discipline, and resilience along the way. The training is great for kids who might be dealing with issues like bullying. As they get stronger, pick up new skills, and work with others on the mat, you’ll notice their self-esteem and ability to handle tough situations increase a lot—both at school and in life.

Yes, we offer dedicated Ladies-Only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes designed to help women develop real self-defense skills and boost confidence. These sessions focus on practical techniques like escapes, chokeholds, and leverage, taught in a safe, supportive environment. The classes are tailored specifically for women of all backgrounds and fitness levels, making sure every student feels comfortable learning at their own pace. Alongside self-defense, these classes emphasize discipline, resilience, and community, helping women handle real-world challenges with confidence on and off the mat.

Private lessons for Adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu are available if you’re looking for one-on-one coaching. These sessions let you focus on techniques you want to improve, train at your own pace, and get more personalized feedback from an instructor. Private lessons can help with everything from building confidence as a beginner to sharpening advanced skills. To get started or ask about pricing and scheduling, reach out directly and an instructor can talk details and help set something up.

We currenlty only offer one Ladies BJJ / Self-Defense class a week. That class occurs on Wednesday evenings at 6pm. Otherwise, Women looking to train in self-defense will find classes that are well-suited for them and welcoming to all skill levels. Beginners and experienced students train together, focusing on real-world situations and techniques like escapes, joint locks, and control. Classes aren’t gender-segregated, but the environment is supportive, with an emphasis on personal safety, building confidence, and learning how to defend yourself effectively regardless of your background. Female students are encouraged to join, and the approach to instruction is designed to make everyone feel safe and empowered while learning practical skills. The free trial gives you an easy way to try out a full class and see if it’s a good fit before joining.

Belt promotions and stripes in our Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program are earned through consistent training, improvement in skill, and active participation in classes. Beginner kids start as white belts and move up through grey, yellow, orange and then to green (equivalent to an adult black belt) level. Once kids reach the age of 16years old they then transition to the adult belts, starting at blue belt. There are absolutely NO children/kid Black Belts in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. For beginner adults. Adults start as white belts and move up through blue, purple, brown, and then black belt levels. Stripes are given between belts as visible markers of your progress—think of them as steps toward the next belt. Each class is taught by black belt instructors who watch your technique, effort, and understanding of core skills. Promotions are based on Knowledge, Skill and Ability to effectively perform Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. At other academies they use attendance or time as their sole test to promote their students. We measure you by growth and commitment. Our system helps keep you motivated and clearly shows how far you’ve come on your journey. And ensure your skills by far outweigh those learned at lesser, easier, cheaper academies.

Class sizes are kept small because membership is strictly limited to 200 people. This way, every student receives personal attention from instructors and no one gets lost in the crowd. Each class is structured to help everyone progress, and the limited enrollment makes it possible for coaches to actually get to know you, track your skills, and give you feedback every session. This ensures that whether you’re just starting out or training for competitions, you’re getting quality instruction and a supportive environment.

Students may purchase a uniform after their trial at a discounted rate.

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Claim One of Our Trial Membership Options!

Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or returning to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, we offer a trial experience designed to help you determine if our academy is the right fit for your goals. Beginners can choose between our 5-Class Trial Membership for $50 or our 30-Day Trial Membership for $135, which includes unlimited training for 30 days and a complimentary BJJ uniform.

If you have previous Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience, we invite you to attend a complimentary class. It’s an opportunity to meet our instructors, experience our professional training environment, and discuss the best way to continue your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey.

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Join us for the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Annapolis. We proudly serve students from Edgewater, Davidsonville, Arnold, Cape St. Claire, and surrounding Anne Arundel County communities. Conveniently located on West Street, our world-class Black Belt instructors provide expert training for kids, teens, and adults seeking self-defense, fitness, confidence, competition success, and personal growth in a safe, welcoming environment.

(443) 249-9318
1989 West St, Annapolis, MD 21401