Common Ground Collective
WHAT WE DO.

Shooting, combat, survival, wellness — everything we offer is built for Black queer women in the DMV, by people who live it.

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In partnership with Tubman Survival Academy
SHOOTING
Queer Gun Club Shootarounds
Monthly range days — every 2nd Saturday. Firearms and ammo included free. All levels welcome.
Pre-Range Safety Meetings
Free firearm handling orientation before each shootaround. Highly encouraged for first-timers.
HQL Certification
Handgun Qualification License for Maryland residents. Available at all in-person orientations.
CCW Certification
Concealed carry permit valid in 38 states — DC, MD, and VA included. 8-hour course. $350.
Firearm Purchasing Assistance
Guidance for first-time buyers — what to look for, how to buy legally, what you need to know.
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Led by UFC Veteran Sijara "Sarj" Eubanks
COMBAT & SELF DEFENSE
MMA Classes
Mixed martial arts training for all experience levels — technique, conditioning, and competition prep.
Boxing
Stand-up striking fundamentals, footwork, and sparring in a supportive community setting.
BJJ — Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Ground-based grappling taught by a Black Belt with 18+ years of experience. Beginners welcome.
Self-Defense for Everyday Life
Practical techniques for real-world situations — streets, transit, parking lots. No experience needed.
Home Defense Training
How to secure your space, assess threats, and respond — with or without a firearm.
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In partnership with Tubman Survival Academy
SURVIVAL & READINESS
Wilderness Survival Skills
Navigation, shelter, fire, water — practical outdoor skills with hands-on field training.
Go-Bag Preparation
Build your emergency kit the right way. What to carry, what you'll actually need, and why.
First Aid & Emergency Prep
Trauma response, bleeding control, and emergency protocols — before help arrives.
Situational Awareness
How to read your environment, identify threats early, and move through the world safer.
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Members-only programming
WELLNESS & COMMUNITY
Protect Your Peace
Emotional and physical self-defense seminar series. Launching October 2026.
Members-Only Social Club
The upscale space that has always existed for everyone else — now built for us.
Networking Events
Connect with Black queer professionals, creatives, and community leaders in the DMV.
Sports, Meetups & Outdoors
Golf, pickleball, flag football, camping, and more — because joy is part of the mission.

READY TO GET IN?

Founding membership is $14.99/month — first 50 members only. Lock in your rate before the doors open.

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