The instructors are like family now. Miss Suzie and her staff care about every single person that…read morewalks through the door. Add to that a crazy passion for martial arts and you have a perfect mix of awesome. Can't recommend Hiya enough.

Both my kids go here and many of my friends. It is a SUPERB place for kids through adults! They…read morehave age-appropriate programs that start as little as 3 years old, then go through elementary, adolescence and onto adult-hood. The Martial Arts Program Director won the national "Instructor of the Year" in 2009, and all the teachers are just excellent! It is a family-like atmosphere. They aim to instill a "yes I can" attitude in students intended to spill into all aspects of their lives.

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!

This place is awesome. I stopped by while in town visiting my family and everyone in the gym was so…read morewelcoming. Very respectful and knowledgeable people. I'll definitely come back to train here whenever I'm in town.

lol hi my name is tj Kyle here is a GREAT coach im a kid btw lol and hes taught me how to fight for…read moreabout 5 years and i got in a fight with these kids and i learned whaat i got taught so good job kyle lol

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.

Great new facility to get self defense training, survival training, and fitness. I love training…read morehere and Don is an excellent instructor.

Anvil is the best place to train! I have always felt safe, challenged and inspired when working…read morewith this team. You will leave your first class with skills that are ready for use in the real world. This is unlike any other gym in that you'll get all of your survival skills in one place. You'll get a great workout, have fun and leave with useful skills. Do yourself a favor and check them out!

Such a welcoming place and wonderful coaches. My children are thriving here and look forward to…read moreeach class.

Completely unprofessional. I signed up for a trial women's defense class that they were offering…read more They called me many time u til I finally answered and we scheduled a date and time. They also sent many text messages stating how they look forward to seeing me and to "make sure to be on time". Well, on the day of, I was on time. However, their studio was dark, the door locked, and no one answered my call or text. I stayed for 10 minutes, giving them the benefit of many something unpreventable happened and they were running late, although I was on time as they requested. I expected a phone call or a text message explaining the mixup sometime in the day. Nothing. No call back w a message. No text message. Were they maybe embarrassed? Did they mixup the day and time? You would think as a business, they would reach out. Nothing. Thanks for wasting my time. Definitely do not recommend, unless you prefer to be ignored.

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!

Shidoshi Offutt & his wife opened the doors of Tri-Star for an amazing night of Self Defense…read moretraining for twenty American Heritage Girls from all over the state of Maryland and Virginia. The experience was informative and engaging

We had a trial membership in the 4-6 class that was cut short via an impersonal email from the…read moreowner's email marketing software. They did not care to talk about the program being a good fit or what readiness looks like. In hindsight, I did notice many of the children in the class had trouble following the structure of the class, the expectation to stay still and be engaged even when the instructor was just talking, telling stories, or attempting jokes that didn't land. This may be possible for a six-year-old, but the younger kids definitely needed more help coming back to attention. Some of the corrective measures were harsh. I can see how some kids may have not felt safe. I saw one girl frown after the instructor deadpanned about how he was going to "put you in the trunk of his car," during an exercise about stranger danger. And at one point, my kid was lightly struck with a pool noodle and then picked up and taken to the designated tagged spot in an activity about being stealth like a ninja. I could see he felt attacked and being physically handled upset him. Some instructors are better with kids, but the styles are just so inconsistent. I suspect some don't even like children, like the one who joked about kidnapping. That same one also mocked some of the kids responses to his questions. The younger assistants were really nice and motivating, and it's clear the kids responded well to this approach.

Amazing Martial Arts Classes! Check it out compared to other styles. The instructors are very kind…read moreand knowledgeable. It is a great place to get in shape and learn some awesome stuff! The confidence and Self-discipline I have gained from HapKiDo is priceless.

This is a top shelf school. The instructors are amazing and there to help you, not just take your…read morecheck. My children have been going here for years and I've seen more growth and confidence in them then I ever thought possible. I highly recommend this school.

In April 2011 I decided to make a change…read more Why I did this - - A trip to my doctor brought news of high blood pressure (borderline medication); high cholesterol (the bad kind); over a healthy weight (minimum 10 lb. loss required); and an inflamed liver... - I was losing my natural ability to multi-task and remain focused while still achieving my desired results across the multiple projects I was working on - It was becoming increasingly difficult to get up and get my day started as my nights were restless and sleep was limited What I did - - Worked out twice a week with Grant Hill of MyBootcamp with less focus on cardio and more attention to sculpting the entire body with tools such as TRX Suspension Training and Rip Trainer, a fire hose, sledge hammer, and a 60 lb. tire - After the first month I added in a weekly spinning class and either pilates or yoga to keep my body challenged - Read books like Primal Blueprint by Mark Sisson and Why We Get Fat by Gary Taubes re-educating myself and challenging what conventional wisdom tells us about what we should eat - Treats are certainly allowed but for the most part I eliminated grains -- wheat, oats, barley, rice, corn, flax, etc. -- and avoided processed foods, anything with sugar What I didn't do - - Give up my wine -- this wasn't a suicide mission - Count calories -- I ate every time I was hungry - Excessive cardio -- focus was on strength training with occasional bursts of cardio - Avoid egg yolks and red meat as you are usually advised when watching cholesterol -- I ate more that I did previously What did I get after three months? - Dropped 20 lbs. - Lower blood pressure eliminating the need for medication - Lower bad cholesterol, back in the safe zone ...and my liver returned to normal. That was over a year ago and I'm still 20 lbs lighter than when I started - AND my last physical has me still in great health! Working with Grant was a life changing experience for me. His kind nature and genuine care for his clients is evident in how he advises and trains each individual. It wasn't just me! I've had a half dozen friends work with Grant after watching my transformation and the chain keeps growing - Love it :)

MyBootcamp is hands down one of the BEST workouts in the DC area. If you're looking to get harder,…read morebetter, faster, stronger in the most efficient and functional way possible - MyBootcamp is it. I first met Grant at his indoor cycling classes at Revolve, and his rides were and always are mentally and physically tough. I had started to build up my endurance and strength through cycling, but the thought of trying out MyBootcamp was still intimidating. I mean, c'mon - I saw pictures of MyBootcampers pulling tires, slamming firehoses, and tossing sandbags. I thought I wouldn't survive my first session last March, but afterward I actually felt like a complete badass. I whipped that firehose and learned how to properly do kettlebell swings, among other things. Plus I was the only girl there (thanks Matteo, Rob, and Neal for letting me kick your butts that day :). (Side note: most sessions are filled with fit, athletic and attractive ladies, so all the single men in DC should definitely sign up... just sayin' ;) ) Four months later and I'm incredibly proud of how strong I've become because of MyBootcamp. Grant and Chris have taught me how to really push myself mentally and physically. They know exactly when and how to push me to get past my comfort zone, and because of that, my endurance/strength/mobility levels are at the highest they've ever been. Now I'm addicted to improving those levels with each workout, and my two favorite "Grant-isms" that stick with me every time are 1) There is never perfection, only progress; and 2) Being strong is only good if it's actually useful. Other things that I love about MyBootcamp? I love that the workouts are outdoors; I love the camaraderie; I love the new mobile app which makes managing your MyBootcamp addiction even easier; and most importantly, I love how much Grant and his team care about you. Thank you, Grant and the MyBootcamp team - I couldn't be more thankful.