I've been wanting to train here for years so the bar was high and it exceeded expectations from the…read moreminute I walked in the door! The environment was so friendly and welcoming. Family oriented with kids and parents all there to hang and train. Snacks and some play areas for kids and a beautiful bright matted area with amazing pictures from Ryans career fighting and cornering the most recognizable faces in the game. The instruction was absolutely incredible I cannot recommend Ryan and his academy more. Definitely check it out if you are in the area I wish I could train here more! - Nick Lamagna

High recommend this martial arts academy!…read more Our kids have been going here for about 10 months and love it. Started with BJJ, but then switched to capoeira which they enjoyed more because of the acrobatics. The coaches and staff are really supportive and patient with the kids. The gym is pretty big and they have cameras so parents can observe from the lobby. Parking can be tough if you don't get there early, but there's room on the neighboring side streets which aren't too far away. Typically there's always people leaving between classes so I have always been able to find a stall. The prices are reasonable. Upfront costs may seem high, but it includes the uniform and which they need anyway. Otherwise it's a great price. They also offer discounts for siblings, military, etc.

Elevate MMA is the most amazing martial arts gym I've ever been to in my life. It's changing my…read morelife everyday since I joined. I am 48 years old, and I haven't had formal martial arts training in over 10 years. I moved here back in 2020 during the pandemic and because of work as well as unhealthy choices, my fitness took a toll. I'm fact my overall well being took a toll. I was headed towards a negative path in my life and when you are faced with adversity, you have 2 choices: 1. Let adversity consume you. 2. You make changes. My problem was I didn't know how to start making those changes. Enter Elevate MMA. One day while driving in falls Church for groceries, I saw a banner for an MMA gym. Something intrigued me. I learned immediately that the gym is operated and taught by World Class MMA fighter and World Class MMA Coach and UFC veteran Master Siyar Bahadurzada who has trained alongside some of the greatest fighters in MMA history. At that point, I had to learn more. I met Master Siyar in person and I talked to him about my short and long term goals. He listened to me and assured me that as long as I come in and commit to training and give it my best, I will see the results I want. He is 1000% right. The only way you will know if something is possible or impossible is if you give it a try. Never accept any limitations that have been placed upon you. When you learn to be out of your comfort zone, that is when change happens. That change will produce growth. Master Siyar is true martial artist and he is passionate about what he does and how it affects people. His teaching style is phenomenal as he is patient, gives clear instructions, and as long as you give it your best, he will take care of the rest and build you up from there. I invite you to come in and experience Elevate MMA for yourself. I have been here now for 3 weeks and already, I have lost 4.5 pounds, I am getting stronger, and building my confidence day by day. I am so proud to be a student of this school. Elevate MMA offers something great for everyone. So I leave you all with this: "The way you do anything is the way you will do everything." If you are determined to better yourself, then I will see you at ELEVATE MMA. Think about it, take action, and own it! Let's go!

I've lost 20lbs since coming here and my confidence has skyrocketed. It's a very positive and…read moreuplifting community and the gym is state of the art.

I've been taking Filipino martial arts here since i moved back into the area in 2021. The people…read moreare amazing, the cost of classes is the lowest I've seen. (I've been doing Kali for a long time and have had to pay triple what they charge). I love all the coaches and the community here is really great. The gym is super supportive and coming every week has been a big highlight to my weeks.

The smartest decision I ever made…read more I have been attending this gym for almost a year now. Classes are frequent and at times convenient to all schedules. The instruction is top notch and you will not only get a great workout, but you will learn life saving techniques to get yourself out of trouble. The gym is pretty basic - think no a/c or heat. Train like you fight. They offer Krav Maga, Jiu Jitsu, and Filipino Martial arts (think stick/knife fighting - which is my favorite :)). It's no nonsense, get it done type of training. This isn't training for martial arts sports, you're training to end the fight and get out of the situation. In addition to the classes (almost 7 days a week), you can participate in sparring on Saturday mornings. No invite needed, just show up and feel what it's like to fight someone fighting you rather than a willing victim that you get during the week during training. There is gear you can borrow for the day, but I highly recommend getting your own as soon as possible. There really is no other way to learn to fight than with someone that's uncooperative. This gives you a chance to try a new things that you've learned to see it in action in real-life. You'll love it!

Adding an update here: the billing team did finally get back to me and the owner of the business…read moreended up calling which was nice. Please make billing team more accessible for the future though!

Best gym in the DMV! Coaches and people are helpful and nice. Definitely recommend for any new or…read moreexperienced people.

They do an amazing job to make sure all students understand exactly what's being taught…read more Self-control is a major part of Tae Kwon Do and helps with going to higher levels of the martial art. Instructors are nice and caring while also being focused on teaching self-defence. I did a 3-year contract and fully completed it finishing at purple belt. Overall amazing local spot for self-defence.

My two sons have been going to Jhoon Rhee in Falls Church for 7 years and my oldest has earned his…read moreblack belt (wha-who!). I love the instructors - they are patient and kind but require that things be done the right way; all while making it really fun, especially for the younger kids. I also love the values and disciple that tae kwon do encourages. Plus, it's a fun way to get to get exercise and safely hit things which all kids love. But more then that, it teaches "might for right" so that it's ok to hit a target but not your brother. ;o) My boys have actually used the confidence they have developed from Jhoon Rhee to stand up to bullies and I feel better knowing that they spend time learning "stranger danger" and how to deal with a bad guy. It may seem like a lot of money on an annual basis but I think the investment is worth the results. Especially if you break down the expense per class, it is a very reasonable cost. I highly recommend Jhoon Rhee Tae Kwon Do! I am trying to write this review again since Yelp has filtered my previous review. I am personally upset by this as clearly I am a real and legitimate person with a real and positive opinion about this fine business. Please always review Yelp's filtered reviews since that seems to be where the best ones are to be found.

Great variety of classes that also includes different leads/instructors within the same type of…read moreclasses. Involves a half warmup/strength-based exercises in a HIIT style (Tabata) and half krav maga techniques. Even though it involves the HIIT aspect, the main goal is to pace/complete each iteration to the end, not necessarily having the pressure of 'giving every iteration everything you have each time'. After the trial, I did end up signing up for a membership and am excited to see it through.

I have taken Krav Maga classes here for several years, and this place teaches self defense that's…read morerelevant to real-world situations. It's also good for staying in shape, and I've met some great people there! They are very welcoming to newcomers, so I recommend taking advantage of the trial period even if you don't have any experience with martial arts.

My daughter and son attend Jhoon Rhee Tae Kwon Do and we couldn't be happier. The instructors are…read moretruly exceptional--they remember every child's name, offer seamless and well-structured instruction, and tailor their approach to each student's needs. Every child receives individual attention to help them progress confidently and correctly. The school is extremely organized and runs like a well-oiled machine. You can tell the staff genuinely cares about the kids and their growth. My children love coming here, and we've seen such positive development in their skills and confidence. I highly recommend this school to any parent looking for a supportive, professional, and top-notch martial arts program!

We have had an incredible experience at this studio. Masters Shackelford, Pineda, Hawk, and Rome…read morehave all played key roles in our daughters' development. Our youngest was a student there when she was very young, and the support she was incredible. As her parents we were in awe of just how committed to her well-being they were. Now that her older sister is a student, we are so appreciative of the skills and lessons she's learning, that are helping her to be a better athlete, but also respectful and hard working young adult. We highly recommend this studio to anyone!! Everyone there is wonderful! Layton G

My family has been practicing here for 5 years. I keep an eye on all the local schools and can…read moretell you what I like about this one: The Head Master of the school, Master (Wayne) Kim (who incidentally is not the owner), is highly skilled in many martial art disciplines AND equally important, he is amazing with the kids. They love his instruction and respect him immensely. He combines fun activities/drills with useful self-defense techniques and teaches traditional Taekwondo (WTF/Kukkiwon for those in the know). Their prices/fees are in accord with the local competition and the dojang is clean and well appointed. His classes are also great for families who like to practice together. I know they have after school and summer programs but I don't know much about them. For older kids (I think 16 and up?) and adults there is Hapkido. This Korean martial art emphasizes (almost exclusively) situational 'real life' self-defense scenarios/techniques. This class is good for anyone who wants to learn how to better take care of themselves if ever faced with a bad situation. Great for women. Hapkido meets: T-Th 7:30-8:30 and Sat 11:30-12:30.

I've been practicing at Aikido of Northern Virginia (ANV) for about nine months. I chose ANV…read morebecause of their schedule (classes six days a week), very reasonable pricing (with discounts available for Military and Law Enforcement), and experienced instructors. What keeps me at ANV is the welcoming, energetic environment and dynamic, multifaceted style of Aikido which is taught. ANV instructors and students are able to deftly and expertly suit their pedagogy to a wide variety of students regardless of their skill, physical abilities, or cognitive style. ANV has ample parking and is located directly across the street from the Ballston Metro Station. ANV regularly hosts affordable seminars featuring a wide variety of experienced Aikido and other martial arts instructors from around the world.

I've been with Aikido of Northern Virginia for over 9 years, and it's been great. The instruction…read moreis top notch and is great for beginners and experts. I would definitely recommend trying it out.

Great black belts, even better people, and an incredible atmosphere. There isn't a day I leave this…read moregym without learning something new or adding another tool to my toolbox. It's a place that constantly challenges me to improve.

From the owner: Our academy stands out for its highly qualified instructors and our commitment to teaching…read moreauthentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a welcoming and friendly environment. Beyond training, we foster a strong sense of community with post-training gatherings and discussions. Our kids program is uniquely designed with specialized psychological supervision, ensuring a safe and effective learning experience for young students.