Bellicose Martial Arts

Bellicose Martial Arts offers training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Thai Kickboxing, Wrestling, Cardio Kickboxing, Boot Camps, Personal Training, and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). The program teaches a mix of martial arts that includes Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Thai Kickboxing, and Wrestling, along with fitness programs such as Cardio Kickboxing, Boot Camps, and access to personal trainers. New students have access to a 3-Class Trial and Evaluation.

• Schedule: 3-Class Trial and Evaluation available for new students only

Bellicose Martial Arts (BMA) came into existence in 2010 as Bowie Mixed Martial Arts, founded by Carlos Catania and Charles Cherry, and officially changed its name to Bellicose Martial Arts in 2020 to reflect a move to its current location in Crofton, Maryland. Today, Bellicose Martial Arts is run by Professor Charles Cherry, who is a 3rd degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, a 2nd degree black belt in Judo, holds a black belt in Kickboxing, and has an extensive Wrestling background. Carlos Catania was the head Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor and received his black belt in BJJ from Sergio Penha. As part of its move, Bellicose Martial Arts joined the Evolution Fight Team headed by 5th degree BJJ black belt, Carlos David Oliveira. The name Bellicose, defined as “demonstrating aggression and willingness to fight,” was chosen as an effort to shed the image of mixed martial artists fighting in a cage and to focus on a more family friendly and holistic martial arts environment. Bellicose Martial Arts states that it is dedicated to enhancing both the body and the mind and thanks families for their years of support, noting that it looks forward to continuing to serve the communities of Bowie and Crofton.

Last updated January 21, 2026.