This is a school that teaches Traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu under Sifu Shannon Moore, disciple of…read moreGrandmaster William Cheung (disciple of Grandmaster Ip Man). I've practiced martial arts (Karate, Taekwondo, and Wushu) for about a total of 10 years, so i've been around several different schools and Masters and Sifus. Sifu Shannon Moore teaches traditional, practical, and sport aspects of Wing Chun. Very knowledgeable and experienced as one would know from just listening and conversing with him. Sifu Shannon Moore takes great pride in providing hands on training and development with his students as opposed to some other schools i have been to where the senior students primarily teach. You may ask... well what the heck is this Wing Chun mumbo jumbo. How is it any different from other martial art styles that also teach self-defense? Wing Chun is an amazing and beautiful kung fu style different from many of today's popular styles, such as Karate, Taekwondo, and Shaolin kung fu. While these styles may focus on blocking first and then attacking, Wing Chun teaches well-coordinated angular defense and simultaneous attack, operating on the center line, not drawing back (windup) before striking; instead striking from any position. This both increases the speed and eliminates the telegraphing of the strike. Using structure of the entire body to create power in a small space. This way, in the time it takes a student of another style to throw one or two punches, a Wing Chun student will throw at least nine. This system relies on biomechanics, not brute force and is a scientific yet theoretically based martial arts style focusing on close-range combat. Wing Chun is based on the concepts and principles of simplicity, economy of movement, and economy of energy. This art is a true internal and external system designed so you can learn the system in 3-5 years. It is a science in motion that is simple yet explosive. Bear in mind, i said learn the system in 3-5 years. Mastering is a whole other story. =) Anyone who is interested the martial arts, especially Wing Chun, should definitely come check it out. Sifu Shannon Moore even offers a FREE first introductory class so anyone interested can get their feet wet. I came, i tried, and now i'm hooked. Check it out for yourself! Keep that Wu Sao up! You'll learn what that means, one way or another. =)

Master Moore has a wealth of knowledge and is comfortable sharing it with his students. No…read morepressure or sales tactics, just a master with a clear understanding of the art he teaches in full and a friendly and accomodating group of fellow students. It is easy to fall in love with Wing Chun, and I highly recommend it and the instructor to give you a fuller understanding in your martial arts journey. As Master Moore would say, "Keep your Wu Sao up"...

Best spot in the DMV! Master Jose is responsible, respectful, professional, and caring. Throughout…read morethe years, all 4 of my kids have attended, and their character have been positively impacted by him, his staff, and this establishment. 100/10 recommend, and with their new location not far from the old, I'm excited to see how He gets to impact our community for the better

Very good service Master Jose is really respectful and professional. They provide amazing…read moreself-defense and martial arts too they are also very well with children and discipline I would recommend this to everyone

This program is outstanding. Professor Bam and Master K teach the kids respect, discipline, but…read morealso make sure the kids are having fun. It's a great opportunity for kids to make new friends and learn from their peers. Master K and Professor Bam are extremely patient with the kids and take time to give feedback to help your child improve. My wife and I highly recommend!

After training with all six of our family members for 8 years I can tell you that I have never…read morefound a more supportive and transformational environment than The BAM's UMAC. I am very proud to have earned my Black Belt under Professor BAM - but even more proud to see the positive impact of this training on my entire family. The experience at The BAM's made a huge positive difference in our family. It also empowered me to be more successful in my marriage, relationship with each of my boys (now young men) and in my business life as well! Sid Zagri

Truly one of the best decisions putting our son in here for the past 3 years. We would still be…read moregoing if we weren't moving. They helped a 3.5 year old get stronger physically and mentally, encouraged sportsmanship and discipline with kindness. The staff is great and they do activities and programs outside the classes to really make it feel like a community. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great community karate program/community for their child.

C has been coming to Pandas Karate for a few months now and absolutely loves it. He started the…read morePre-Karate program (2.5-3 years old) a week before he turned 2.5yo. The first class was free, which was nice because C just observed from the side lines for the first 20 minutes of class until the moon bounce came out (what toddler would pass this up?!). Since C didn't really participate his first class, Ms. Susan (one of the owners) was kind enough to let him try the class again the following week free of charge. This time around, C participated and really enjoyed it. The Pre-Karate class is once a week in the early evening. The class is broken up into three parts, which I like since the attention span of a toddler is quite short. Each class begins with a short story followed by stretching while counting to 10 in Korean. Then they move onto practicing their karate skills/technique, which generally consists of stance, blocking, punching, and kicking. The last part of the class consists of a sport or game with the theme changing each month. On the last class of the month, they bring out the moon bounce. At the end of class, everyone gets a sticker. The owners, Mr. Daniel and Ms. Susan, are both fantastic. They are extremely kind and really good with children. You could tell they enjoy their jobs a lot. They both have a lot of patience, especially with the little ones. The other instructors (C has worked with Ms. Stephanie and Mr. Peter) are good as well. Besides having great, caring instructors, another thing I liked about Pandas Karate was the fact that you didn't have to sign a long term contract. Payments are monthly, with a slight discount (and free uniform) if you sign a four month contract. Pandas Karate not only teaches Karate, it also enhances listening skills, teaches manners, and can enhance one's self confidence. I highly recommend checking Pandas out!

We found this place almost 4 years ago, after coming out of a kumon center across the street…read more Outside was hung with grand opening banners, so we decided to stop in and check it out. The Master (surprisingly) was young, but after one trial class, my 7 year old daughter was hooked. She loved how Master Andrew made classes fun, entertaining, and filled with laughter, but also included times for serious learning accordingly. He understands if the kids are having a difficult time with certain forms, but continues to encourage them which helps give them that push to continue, rather than to quit. This dojo is also run by the most family-oriented family, whom (from what I've seen) all remembers each students and their families names. They are constantly sanitizing and keeping the place clean. Yes, even before covid hit. 4 years later, my daughter who started out as a no belt, holds a second degree black belt. Thank you to Master Andrew and Master Yang for having superb positive teaching values for the children.

We've been going to JS TKD for several months now, and I've been waiting to write a review…read more Master Andrew is provides a perfect balance of kindness and structure for the kids to learn the principles of TKD. My son struggles with paying attention in school, but here he loves "focusing" and learning new techniques. It's the right balance of challenge and accomplishment. The facility is nice enough, there is enough room for all the kids to spread out. Class sizes are around 12-15, which is perfect. Belt progression is not guaranteed, and belt testing is serious. Master Andrew trains his students to be competitive and many do participate in state and national competitions, but we're only white belt, so a ways to go still. If you're looking for a family-friendly, flexible, fun and competitive environment, this is the place.

Very great program and flexible schedules to meet the needs of all the families Shihan Marc serves.read more

I don't think I could have picked a better Karate school or teacher for my daughter. She is 12…read morewith combined type ADHD, anxiety and social communication disorder, new situations are challenging to say the least. The first class in the trial we purchased she had a meltdown complete with major tears. Shihan Marc and his daughter Kirsten who works with him were amazing in helping both my daughter and me. Kirsten sat with my daughter to make her feel comfortable and talked to her to keep her at ease. After the class Shihan Marc came over to her to reassure her that he was proud of her effort and then told me we could extend the trial. After a few more attempts and her sitting on then side observing she was finally able to participate in the class and loved it. Shihan Marc is so patient, understanding, and truly cared about gaining her trust. They both cared to make sure she was comfortable participating and engaging in the class. Shihan Marc is an excellent teacher and has a great rapport with the students no matter the age. He quickly came to understand my daughter and was able to recommend the most suitable class for her. Shihan Marc works well with both neuro-typical and neuro-divergent kids and is able to build a bond with each student. I can not recommend this school enough.

My son has been attending for a few months now in their kids program - great teachers with…read moreknowledge and patience to work with kids. Has been a great investment in his martial arts journey and development.

The best school in the area…read more Bjj Muay Thai and mma trainers accommodate beginners and professionals.

The most disappointing place. if you aren't a member of their demo team you are overlooked. on more…read morethan one occasion, ok, many many occasions I've witnessed them disrespecting students. I've heard them say "not good", "too hard, lose weight", or make fun of children's hair or clothing. They admonish children who aren't old enough to drive, or are late because they are being tutored. They preach respect but are the most disrespectful men I've ever come across. waiting for our contract to be done then we are gone. Literally go anywhere but here.

We moved here from Northern Virginia almost three years ago, and searched for an excellent Tae Kwon…read moreDo dojang for a long time. We tried several different places, but they just did not measure up to our old one (Tiger Den). Finally we discovered Tiger World Class Tae Kwon Do, in Ellicott City. I have been saying for years that we need something like this here! You will find the instructors, Master Shin and Master Chong are both experts in Tae Kwon Do, however most importantly are enthusiastic about the sport! They have a way of encouraging the kids to learn while strengthening their bodies and teaching respect. My son's behavior improved immediately after a few classes. He wants to do well for the Masters and he has developed an appreciation for the Korean teachings of respect. Most of all, he is excited to learn and has a goal to strive for black belt. The Masters get the kids to think about goals, which is what they need. My son even has the thought the he could compete one day, just like the Masters. I believe with excellent teachers like Master Shin and Master Chong it is possible! You will find the dojo is always clean and everything is new. They have state of the art equipment, and benches for the parents to sit and watch. The schedule is very accommodating. You can choose from a variety of classes from afternoon to late evening, and even Saturday classes. The class time is just under an hour, so not too long for busy schedules and it does not interfere with homework. You will find price to be comparable to others in the area, and they do accept payment plans. It is well worth the money, and it has been my experience that the class sizes are small enough that each child gets individual instruction and attention. Overall, this is a success for Ellicott City! This is exactly the type of Tae Kwon Do we needed. They have a website that gives more information of their backgrounds. Check it out...and give them a call.