As a parent, there's nothing more concerning than the welfare of your children. Their mental,…read morephysical and emotional health are our responsibilities. So when my wife researched and found Dennis Brown Shaolin Wu-Shu Kung Fu Training Center a little over a year ago, I was thrilled! To say that the staff is awesome is an understatement. Our 10 year old son not only has learned so many valuable techniques to defend himself, but also has competed in international (US Capitol Classics China Open) and local (DC Youth Classics) tournaments. He's consistently getting straight A's in school and his confidence in himself is quite apparent. Grand Master Brown, Master Seto, Master Chisolm & Shifu Victoria are just a few of the leaders that our family are indebted to. We highly endorse and recommend this school !!!

I found a Groupon for kickboxing and decided to jump in. I was early for the lesson so I was…read moredirected to a second studio to warm up while the group before finished. The woman who assisted me at the desk was super nice and helpful. After warming up I joined up with the main group. For a Monday night I was shocked to see what was about 40 people in the room doing kickboxing warm ups. I struggled to keep up for the first few exercises, but the individual next to me encouraged me and showed me the combinations a little slower so I caught on quick. The instructor also came over to check on me to make sure I was okay since I looked a little lost. But by the end I was smiling and sweaty. There is no "take a break," it is a high intensity 45-minute cardio experience. I loved every second and will probably stay after my initial Groupon is up. Recommend you bring water if you do this class... and maybe a yoga mat as you do lay on the floor for some of the course and it can be a bit dirty from all the shoes on the mat. The kickboxing classes meet Monday nights, Wednesday nights and Saturday late morning.

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.

MUSA Martial Arts is a family-friendly martial arts program. I have three teens who started their…read moreTae Kwon Do (TKD) journey since August 2025. As we're close to reaching a year with MUSA, my kids continue to look forward to attending their classes every week, learning, practicing, and further enhancing their forms, TKD skills, and flexibility. Master Shim and Mrs. Kayla are always welcoming and treat you like family. Masters Shim, Bryan and Amir are always engaging and knowledgeable in their instruction and provide feedback when learning/enhancing skills. All the black belt instructors who assist during the classes are pleasant and helpful. If you're looking for a place to begin your TKD journey, MUSA martial arts is an excellent choice for all aged learners (Elementary to Adults).

My kids love this place! Clean and friendly. Since going to taekwondo, my son has learned to be…read moremore disciplined too, what a bonus!

Can't say enough good things about this place. They are family friendly, attentive to your progress…read moreto get better and clear and concise in their instruction. My entire family trains here and I highly recommend.

Can't say enough great things about Han Mi! They have been so patient with us regarding class…read moreschedules, COVID-19 and getting settled into a routine. My daughter has been in martial arts previously, and after a few year hiatus was excited to get back into the swing of things. We are all excited to be part of the Han Mi family.

We have been looking for a karate school for my kids. On the first day, this place exceeded our…read moreexpectations. They have great customer service. Ms. Debbie quickly responded to my email. The first time we met her, she was friendly and nice. She was my kid's instructor for their private class. She was engaging, funny, and patient. She taught them karate skills such as blocks, kicks, and strikes. She's very detailed oriented. She discussed with them the importance of martial arts, listening, and self-confidence. After a few weeks, my kids got their first karate (white) belt. The school is clean and spacious. They follow covid-19 protocols. They have a sign on the door that everyone has to wear a mask. They check the temperature and provide hand sanitizer. They offer in-person and zoom classes. Students have the option to attend the zoom karate class if they missed the in-person class. They teach karate to all ages. Prices vary depending on their age. We saw Mr. Teague (owner) teach in-person and virtual classes. I think my kids have to earn the next level to be in his class. I highly recommend this karate school to anyone interested.

Exactly what we've been hoping to find for youngster serious about the art. Caring owner-sensei…read morecultivates a fun atmosphere yet the discipline to master form and effective defense is a primary tenet. Spent 3 months at different dojo in the area that advanced son to gold, only to learn now his form for white needed much refining!

I dont know the right words to describe just how amazing KTMA is for my child and families alike…read more Since day one (almost 3yrs ago now) they have been nothing but kind to my daughter and our family. My daughter started attending King Tiger Martial Arts when she was 5yrs old, she's now 8 and we have no plans to leave anytime soon! In addition to the necessary techniques and skills learned in the Tae Kwon Do program; students are taught the importance of being a responsible helpmate at home, the importance of focus when at school and how they can make a difference in their community. This program helped reinforce the same skills we teach at home and I have witnessed my daughter grow in areas of social responsibilities, confidence & respect. It doesn't just take a village; it takes the right village. Master Se is phenomenal! I don't think he ever has a bad day as he is always there with a smile! His positive demeanor shines not just with him but trickles down throughout his awesome team: Ms. Alene (sp?), Ms. Madge, Mr. Nathan, Mr. Mccaugh and a few others I'm forgetting. The entire staff is amazing. It's evident that not only do they like their jobs, they like each other and they absolutely love the kids.

My 2 boys, ages 9 & 5, attend King Tiger Martial Arts and I started taking classes right along with…read morethem! We started going to keep in shape during Covid and partly for me to live out my dream of being a Kung Fu fighting Hero and we ended up falling in love with it and the teachers! Just recently the instructors incorporated a "Squid Game" theme for our class and it was soo much fun that we were almost ok with doing intense training because of all the fun we were having. That just shows, to me at least, that the teachers are knowledgeable on the current times/events and are committed to looking for new ways to keep us engaged. Did I mention how friendly and kind everyone from the owner to staff members are? They are patient with my boys, but also stern and I find that to be a great balance. I can't wait to see how much we all grow from these classes and experience. I recommend King Tiger Martial Arts to all! Even if you think you're old like me sign up lol!

Joanne Chang is a tremendously patient teacher of Tai Chi. She teaches at two locations: In…read moreKensington and Rockville. Beginners are welcome, there is a wide variety of students and I find everyone to be very friendly and supportive of each other. Yes Tai Chi has a foundation in self-defense but it is also tremendously relaxing and energizing. If you are looking for a new way to improve your health and well-being I urge you to give this a try. There's no better teacher. Joanne's teachers are a direct lineage from Cheng Man-ching who created this "short form" style of Tai Chi. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

I've been taking Tai Chi classes on and off for a number of years. These classes are the right size…read morefor me to learn and improve. Combined with a fun and supportive teaching style that focuses on fundamentals as well as advanced application means a great experience for beginners and those like me wanting form correction. I'm more relaxed and energized after each class so I always look forward to the next class. My work schedule means I have to miss some classes and they are incredibly flexible about making up classes. There is an optional Saturday session which is like a free extra class. Convenient to Rockville (Wed) and Kensington (Thu & Sat.)

Should start off with admitting that I'm a Jiu-Jitsu addict. Further, I'm a small framed…read more30-something male. So visiting other academies can be intimidating. When traveling to Gaithersburg for work, I saw there was an academy reasonably close to where I was staying. Professor Noel was incredibly hospitable and encouraging for me to attend the classes. The academy itself is very clean throughout. The drilling or fundamentals classes were great in that they're both a good working and emphasizing drilling technique to perfection (drillers make killers as the saying goes). The advanced class that I attended immediately applied to something I've struggled with. With the requisite rolling, I found the students calm and technical with their sparring habits. Finally, the students themselves - across the belts - were friendly and inviting. I would definitely visit again as well as recommend Foundry Jiu-Jitsu as a place to train if you live in the area.

One of the very few places I miss in Montgomery County, MD. I have practiced judo and Brazilian jiu…read morejitsu in my teens before coming to the US, but since my skills were getting rusty, I tried several schools and The Foundry was the best fit for my skill level. I was not trying on to getting back to competing again, but to feel that empowerment and camaraderie among who practice this martial art. Perfect for every skill level. Great and knowledgeable instructors. Wonderful introduction for children to teach them discipline, respect, and being gentle with self and others. I highly recommend this for everyone who wants to be in tournaments, self-defense and fitness.