Jeffrey M. Mims - Martial Arts

Martial Arts

Jeff began training in Martial Arts in 1984. Over the years he's studied various arts from many different teachers throughout the country. He's had the privilege of training with some of the best instructors in the world. He started teaching martial arts as an assistant karate instructor in the 1980s. In 2000 he began teaching adults and children at Atlantic Martial Arts and in 2001 he took over the schools when the owner moved to Colorado. In 2002 he merged his schools with the Baltimore Martial Arts Academy, where he is presently the Head Aikido Instructor. Jeff also teaches self-defense and assists in the instruction of other classes at the Academy including the Mixed Martial Arts program

Began Martial Arts Training in 1984
Head Aikido Instructor, Baltimore Martial Arts Academy
Certified Sandan (third degree black belt) in Aikido by the Japan Aikido Association and Aikido America International under Sensei Brian Sutherland, Godan and Dr. Yoji Kondo, Nanadan.
Shodan (Black Belt) in Judo by the United States Judo Association
Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, World Tae Kwon Do Federation
Blue Belt in Jiu-jitsu under Pedro Sauer
Other training includes Weapons, Japanese Kempo, American Kenpo, Muay Thai, Vale Tudo, and various forms of Ju-jitsu
Licensed Security Agent in the State of Maryland

Over the past decade Jeff has taught Aikido and self-defense to active members of the US Army, US Marine Corps, US Air Force, Federal Police, US Secret Service, Maryland State Police, Maryland State Transportation Authority Police, Baltimore County Police, Baltimore City Police, Howard County Police, Anne Arundel County Police, members of various other Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies, correctional officers, bail bondsman, executive bodyguards, private security guards, security personnel in psychiatric hospitals, and many others.

For those interested in beginning martial arts training, read his book The Essential Guide to Choosing a Martial Arts School. Jeff presently teaches classes in Catonsville, Maryland and does occassionally teach private or small group lessons by appointment. Jeff also actively educates the public through events and speaking engagements on self-defense, street/campus safety, rape prevention, and other similar topics.