My kids have been going for several months now and enjoy it. The coaches are patient, kind, and…read moremake the class a fun and safe environment to learn. The class schedule is flexible which works well for us. The gym is a decent size and has a good amount of seating for parents. There is also a lot of parking which is nice! Highly recommend this place!

I have attended introductory classes and woman's self defense classes with them in the past and, if…read moreI lived closer, I would've definitely continued to train with them because I believe they're the best in the NOVA area. The instructors are patient, helpful and they teach really well. I highly recommend them!

I haven't found anything close to what Kore Krav Maga offers. It is an inclusive community of self…read moredefense practitioners dedicated to continuous learning, support, and motivation. Kore integrates situational awareness, body strengthening, and natural movement flexibility with a solid self-defense curriculum. The instructors are welcoming, knowledgeable, and well rounded professionals who integrate real-world use-cases into the curriculum. More importantly, the culture and environment Tammy and her coaches have built is reflected in the acceptance and camaraderie of everyone that trains.

Awesome program available for kids 4 days weekly, amazing instructors, very friendly, helpful,…read morerespectful and dedicated! Proper training and protective equipment is also available. Thank you for everything you do!

Hagerstown Academy is a great place to learn self defense. Knowledgeable staff and a safe clean…read moreenvironment.

Real-world self-defense is CLEARLY a passion for all the instructors here. I appreciate when the…read moreinstructor says that he's not teaching us "THE WAY," he's teaching us "A WAY." Everyone's body and skills are so different, and these instructors fully embrace that. Their goal in Krav Maga is not to teach us pretty kicks and impressive moves - their goal is to make sure we get home to our loved ones safely. It is all about developing your mindset, muscle memory, and instincts so that, when it really counts, you avoid the deer-in-headlights effect. Even as a beginner, I feel like I walk around my community in Manassas with more confidence and awareness and have learned how to reduce my chances of being a victim in the first place. If for some reason you don't feel like you have the time to commit to classes, I HIGHLY recommend you check out their monthly seminars! Women's Self Defense, Edged Weapon Defense, Car Jacking Defense, and the list goes on!! After watching many of the kid's classes, I love what I see! They're teaching kids how to use their voice, how to stand up for themselves and when it is appropriate to take physical action.

Amazing experience- went for an hour and a half class for moms and daughters. The instructors were…read moreincredible, the atmosphere was friendly and inviting. I left feeling so much more confident in protecting myself. I had so much fun I'm going to sign up for the adult class! Highly recommend for adults and especially kids - the tactics you learn could save your life and it was interactive and super fun great workout on top of it as icing on the cake DEFINITELY at least go once to experience it yourself you won't be disappointed!

My son has been training BJJ at Clinch Academy for about two years…read more It was an instant hit. We had been play-wrestling since he was practically a baby, so he loved it from day one. The changes we've seen have been incredible--endurance, posture, grip strength, balance, coordination, and overall body composition. In many ways, BJJ reminds me of gymnastics in how well it develops a child's entire body and creates a foundation that transfers into other sports. But the biggest change has been his confidence. He was a little shy and not always confident around other kids. Today, he is much more comfortable with himself, stays calm under pressure, stands up for himself, and even helps his friends when they're being picked on. That's what I love about BJJ. It doesn't teach kids to become bullies--quite the opposite. It teaches confidence without arrogance, strength without aggression, respect, discipline, and self-control. My wife was a little skeptical when I first chose BJJ for him. It didn't take long for her to understand why. The Rinehart family and the coaches are a huge part of what makes Clinch special. They reinforce many of the same values we're trying to teach our kids at home. And the coaching is excellent. Coach Josh brings a different level of intensity, especially on Saturdays. Mini one-on-one challenges, live rolling, fitness drills--hard work! It's probably my favorite class to watch because you can literally see the kids being pushed outside their comfort zones. Coach Jhondy is another great example for these kids. He actually started at Clinch as a kid himself and now coaches the next generation. The in-house and outside tournaments have also been great for my son--learning to manage nerves, compete, win, lose, and come back better. Most importantly, he's made real friendships at Clinch, including kids he spends time with outside the gym. I wish I had started BJJ myself at his age. I don't see this as just another childhood sport. I see Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu becoming a lifelong companion for my son. Choosing Clinch Academy has been one of the best decisions we've made for him.

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.

I signed up for the conceal carry class on Groupon. I then signed up for range sessions with Keith…read moreJordan. The Trouble Defense team is very professional! Sheena is very responsive to schedule sessions and Keith is very patient. He has a very calm teaching style that made me feel very comfortable. Since my training, I am more educated on self-defense laws, have my conceal carry training certificate and feel comfortable going to the range by myself to shoot my personal firearm. The instructor helped me choose my first firearm that I fit my needs. I recommend Trouble Defense to anyone. From individuals not comfortable with firearms to experienced people that want to sharpen their skills. As a result of my awesome experience, I plan to continue to use their services!

I highly recommend! The instructors are phenomenal! They are very knowledgeable, professional ,…read morefamily oriented, and friendly. They were able to answer all of my questions and helped me face my fears. Not only were they kind but they were extremely patient with me. They made sure I was comfortable and guided me every step of the way. If you are looking for firearm training, safety seminars, etc; Trouble Defense is the place to go!

My teenage daughter and I were looking for a physical activity we could do together, and liked the…read moreself-defense benefit that Krav Maga could add. We had never taken a class, but I had read about CDK Krav Maga and we decided to give it a try. It was a great decision (especially as we have tried many different types of classes). We met with the owner DJ who took real time with us -- listening to our goals and explaining how Krav Maga builds confidence and practical self-defense skills, especially for women. We took a complementary class. Everyone made us feel so comfortable. The classes are instructional, not competitive, and people go at their own pace, which is something we also liked. The instructors are great. David worked with us initially and was knowledgeable and encouraging. DJ's wife Emma made the onboarding process so easy and welcoming. They were also incredibly flexible in helping us find a class schedule that worked for our busy lives. If you're interested in Krav Maga, CDK is a great place.

I started out at Krav Maga CDK two months ago, with no prior experience. It has been great,…read moretraining with David, Victoria and Rachelle. The culture at the gym is highly encouraging, with the more experienced students helping and being very willing to work with newcomers like myself. The instructors circulate throughout the class to make important corrections, assure that everyone is practicing safely (especially important for a small person like myself), and are always willing to have the class go through the steps more slowly so that the process is clear. They always explain the 'why' behind the technique, and demonstrate how other techniques might leave you more vulnerable. The classes are done on a rotating schedule so that each one is repeated every two months or so, giving us a chance to learn and improve moves over and over. I highly recommend this gym for Krav Maga training!

Incredible class that not only reviewed basics of shooting but also crossed into the details of…read moresome advance training.

From the owner: TOC was founded by a select group of officers from the Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT)…read morecommunity, with the goal of providing quality tactical training for law enforcement, military and civilian personnel. We believe in consistently striving to bring our students the most up to date, proven methods of quality instruction in: - Firearms - Tactics - Self Defense - Tactical Medicine - Active Shooter Response With this experience we bring the best in firearms training to the civilian, law enforcement and military world, sharing years of knowledge and expertise in the field of personal defense. Our instructors will share their knowledge of the fundamentals of marksmanship, safety, and survival skills to develop the student’s confidence in their ability to manipulate their weapon system and apply accurate fire to targets or in a worst case scenario, the defense of themselves or loved ones.

Still going to Urbana Academy, and still love it. Great self defense, Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu…read moreprograms. The coaches are great, supportive and knowledgeable.

This is a great place to be. There are great people and great, personable instructors. It's like a…read morefamily. I travel from Frederick because I like the atmosphere and Krav Maga taught there. Because of the great people, it is a great place to make friends as well. Eventually, I want to start either the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or Muay Thai offered as well. I just don't currently have the time to properly dedicate myself to it all.

I just took Paramount Tactical Solution's Defensive Handgun I & II this past weekend with my son…read moreand his friend. I have taken medical courses through Paramount in the past, which were great, so I came to these courses with very high expectations. Gary and his staff of experienced professional instructors met and exceeded my expectations in every way! They truly are phenomenal instructors who obviously have years of not only operational experience, but years of training experience. They are able to watch you shoot and find those very small things you aren't doing properly and show you how to fix those things. I've been shooting for years and have a military background. On a flat range I am a pretty good shooter. The amount I leveled up from this past weekend is truly remarkable. My son who attended with me is starting a police academy in the beginning of the year and had almost no experience going into the training at Paramount. The instructors took the time to give him the instruction to give him an awesome base upon which to build. They had him shooting very accurately and with confidence by the end of the weekend. I couldn't recommend Paramount Tactical Solutions enough to anyone who is looking to become a better shooter or learn medical. I will definitely be returning to Paramount Tactical Solutions for more training in the future!

This is the place to come train at. Whether a new shooter or an experienced pro their training and…read moreindividual attention is like no other place I have ever been!