5 isn't enough stars for Clinch. I never thought I'd gush about a gym, but I am regularly awed by…read moremy experience here. The difference between a big chain gym and a family-owned gym is that when you're a member at Clinch, you are family. The owners, staff, coaches, even other members genuinely care about each other and every person that walks in the front door, no matter your age, size, fitness or skill level. They are versatile, with a variety of classes for kids and adults, encouraging, positive, friendly, and welcoming. Personally, I have had some challenges since becoming a member that I could not have gotten through without them. When I miss a class, I'm not just missing an opportunity to workout, I'm missing Clinch... something else I never thought I'd say about a gym.

Clinch is nothing short of amazing. Fabulous facilities. Knowledgeable staff. A bunch of classes to…read moresuit anybody. But the best part is...they quickly become family. They are a lot like the old Cheers..."everybody knows your name" and I mean it. They have made such an impact in my son's life. But what I didn't expect was how much they have touched me too. I recently was in a car accident and while still in the ER they were contacting me to see if a needed anything. They operate like how business should...with heart!

Golden Knights has been in Frederick for decades and the instruction has been passed down through…read morethe generations the right way. I was a student pushed to achieve my black belt nearly 20 years ago and now my kids have started down the same path. Golden Knights isn't a part of a strip center or stand out location, but I highly suggest taking the time to check them out if you're looking for a great activity for your kids, to do as a family or just to train in a tradition martial art and self defense on your own. The school atmosphere at Banner Schools gymnasium is a nice added touch.

From the owner: We specialize in teaching our students the values of Discipline and Respect through Martial Arts…read more We believe that lessons learned in martial arts, can extend past the dojo into the real world.

My daughter has been taking Karate from Master Clark for a little over a year. I am eternally…read moreimpressed with his ability to communicate with his students in a way that promotes discipline, encouragement and a strong work ethic. He is truly awesome.

So great to see this place and their ownership open up over the MLK holiday this year and last year…read moreto host service projects for the broader community. When we reach out a hand to one, we influence the condition of all. Thanks for being a part of our community.

Awesome place!! My climbing buddy and I came to the Boulder Yard after all of our friends kept…read moresaying "Just go!!!" So we made a day trip of it. First, Steve, the owner, is great. He chatted with us for a really long time, asking about what we were interested in, why we popped in, and on and on. He also told us his own history and the Boulder Yard's history. He gave us a few specific suggestions and ideas, including that his sets are a bit different than most (they are) and, more important, his floor cushioning is very different than most other gyms. It is. It is much MUCH softer than most which is good but he suggested taking a few falls before we went too high just to get used to the feel. It's also like walking on the beach --- walking from one side of the room to the other will wear out your legs. His walls are not textured (mostly) so if you're planning to smear a lot --- well, you won't. But it is more realistic this way. The majority of the place is boulders but he's also got two workout areas with equipment, two separate rooms that he uses to teach some martial arts (didn't catch what kind), and, for the helluvit, a Nintendo/Playstation/whatever setup for, I guess, if you're tired and just want to zone a bit. We'll absolutely be back. We paid $54 for two day passes; quite reasonable I think. Oh, and he does his own woodworking (as do my partner and I). Took a pic of the large benches in the front of his shop. Hand-made from some trees that he grabbed from his own yard. That was cool!!!

Tucked away in the back of an industrial park, this gym offers some great bouldering. Clean, quaint…read moreand a cozy vibe for the experienced and new climber alike.

Best MMA gym in Maryland. If you want quality I recommend training here, you get top quality…read moreinstructors and training in boxing, bjj, kick boxing, mma. Added bonus is also the weight lifting area.

Probably the best MMA gym you can find in town! All the…read moreinstructors and staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. I started back in July 2020 and since my free trial I am hooked! I am currently attending kickboxing and Brazilian jiu-jitsu and it's amazing! Great work out and definitely very useful if you want to learn how to defend yourself in unexpected situations or for fun or just to simply work out and gain some useful skills. The instructors are awesome! Very knowledgeable and professional. The gym is very clean and well maintained. Very pleased and I am so happy I joined the Bower House MMA gym. I highly recommend it! Definitely changed my life, now I have more confidence and I gained more skills and my endurance has definitely increased! A lot of fun learning and making new friends along the way!

We LOVE this Taekwondo studio and, more importantly, my son loves it. He looks forward to it every…read moreweek. The schedule is very convenient and the instructor/owner is top notch, as are his assistants. The instructor is very patient and friendly, but doesn't put up with any lack of discipline. Additionally, the costs are very reasonable. We are very pleased so far and highly recommend it for any child.

This place provided a wonderful birthday party for my 5 yr old son. They got to do an obstacle…read morecourse, learn some moves, break some boards. Master stressed respect and listening. They spent so much time with the children. They had an lovely party room with plenty of tables and space for kids and parents. My son also loved to cut his cake with a real sword. They have a very good class schedule. So glad to have a nice place locally for options for amazing parties.