My son and I have been students at the school for over 15 years. I recommend this school for many…read morereasons: - The school is run by husband/wife team Paul and Maricar Jakubowski. - Their philosophy is: we're martial arts for those who need it. (not the cutthroat Cobra Kai type of gym.) - The male/female student ratio is about 50/50. - The curriculum includes defensive moves which allow students to defend themselves in school situations without getting charged as the aggressor. - My son (who is often quiet at school) has made lifelong kung fu friends, who he chats with every day online. The overall school spirit is one of friendly camaraderie. - Self-discipline, character, and (of course) fitness are part of the curriculum. - Most classes are "Family classes" which accommodate all skill levels. This allows parents and kids to train together in the same class block. - My son and I trained together for several years, and tested for our black belts together at the same test session, which was very meaningful for me.

My family has attended classes twice a week for more than five years. Phenomenal instructor staff,…read moreadept at teaching all skill levels and ages: the classes are largely designed for parents and their kids to attend together. Shi fu Paul makes a special effort to make the place inviting and fun to children with needs. It's also been great to see moms and dads test for black sash with their kids. Also excellent strength and flexibility training, learn to use traditional Chinese weaponry, what's not to love?

Feb 2014 We are…read morestill there and it is 2 years later now. The dojo has since moved to this new location behind the Chipotle/Bertuccis'. It is bigger and has a "front mat" and "back mat" so classes can run simultaneously. We are still very pleased with the dojo, and of course- Mr. Jon. There are kids classes, tween classes and adult classes too. Give it a try. Feb 2012 We've been taking our son for two years now. He started before he was 6 and WE still love it. This is a great dojo for kids or adults. Mr Jon is the owner and head instructor. He is patient and a fantastic role model. We are grateful to have found this wonderful studio. It is very welcoming for boys or girls! Ms Inez (a black belt) is another instructor. Give it a try, there is a free trial visit.

Sensei Jon is VERY good with little kids and getting them interested and staying interested in…read moreKarate, so I will give him that. Beyond this, though, this business should be reported to the Better Business Bureau for its practices. They nickel and dime for everything and also rope you into 6 month contracts. With young kids this is not feasible as interest change!

Shihan Marc's Karate Academy is a phenomenal place to start and continue you or your child's karate…read morecareer! Our son has been attending classes here for the last eight months and we love it. It's been a major game changer for his self confidence and his behavior at home. My husband and I really reinforce the self improvement chart that he gives out to each student, the chart helps them focus in on areas of improvement. I truly enjoy the look on my son's face when he has mastered new skills and receives a new belt during promotion! Shihan Marc teaches all of his students about respect, kindness, discipline, hard work, and determination by leading through example. He is a devoted, caring, and dedicated teacher!

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.

Mr. Frederick is one of the best martial arts instructors in the country. I should know. I went…read morethrough my green belt with him and then moved out of state. After twenty years and four martial arts schools later, I come back to Baltimore to train with Mr. Jim. He's an eighth degree black belt (how many people can train with one so skilled?!) and is one of the nicest people I know. Go to his school. You won't be sorry. I'm just sorry I moved away!

From the owner: We teach American Kenpo Karate, Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Hapkido, and Wing Chun and have several Master…read morelevel instructors actively teaching classes. Drop by and check us out.

Super fun open mat at GC Hunt Valley; great mats and heavy bags; they also have a cage which makes…read moreit more fun than similar places without these kind of wrestling opportunities.

From the owner: At Ground Control Hunt Valley, we believe everybody is a fighter…you just don’t know it yet!…read more Whether you want to be a pro MMA fighter one day, or if you’re just trying to learn a new fun and engaging hobby, our experienced instructors will work with you, your children, and your entire family. You will learn key aspects of self-defense, by taking our classes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai, kickboxing, mixed martial arts, and more! All the while making lifelong friends, losing fat, building muscle, and becoming the best version of yourself. We can’t wait to see you on the mats!

I can't say enough great things about Quest. Our son began his journey there in second grade, and…read moreover the past seven years, he's progressed through multiple belt ranks -- including his Youth and Child Black Belts. Along the way, he's developed discipline, cultural appreciation, and confidence. The instructors are exceptionally knowledgeable and patient, taking the time to ensure each student understands techniques while fostering growth and self-assurance. They strike a perfect balance between structure and encouragement, challenging students to improve while keeping classes fun and engaging. It's clear they care deeply about helping students grow both physically and mentally. The studio itself is clean, well-organized, and rooted in a strong sense of community. I highly recommend Quest to anyone looking to study martial arts in a positive, professional environment.

My son went there for five years and truly loved the classes. Terrific staff (Master Debbie is a…read moresaint) and really nice teachers who pushed kids to achieve, without pushing too hard to make the classes feel threatening. Can't recommend the team enough.

One of the best Martial Arts school around. This is one of the few Martial Arts schools that…read moreembodies the true virtues of martial arts of respect, integrity, dicipline. Master Huang is an Amazing human being! Grandmaster Huang is a legend!

I want to express my frustration with my experience at this establishment, particularly with Mr…read more Harris (or Mr. Harrison). He didn't clearly explain the contract terms, which is essential. I called on July 15 to discuss my family's in-progress move and was only able to schedule an appointment for July 23. During our meeting, I wanted to cancel the contract, but he said I must keep making payments until August, even though an extra fee was charged to my account right after signing. We're moving away, making it impractical to attend classes, yet they insist my child participate in a promotion ceremony on August 23 and that I can only withdraw after that. It's frustrating because my child isn't receiving proper instruction; although we have videos proving he isn't engaged, the instructor claims otherwise. This program seems more focused on profits than education, and I'm left confused about how to end this situation, especially with concerns about potential charges for August, September, and the mystery additional charge already taken.

I joined Fightcamp in March. I went to one free class and was hooked. It has been a great gym,…read morepeople are welcoming and friendly. The workouts are a great way to get in shape, I lost 20lbs in 3 months and feel great!

From the owner: Different levels offered, Unlimited monthly memberships are $125, call for more informationread more

This gym is awesome. Great coaches. Practical training. Great environment. Cute dogs.read more

Great place for people who always wanted to try a martial art and for people hoping to fight…read moreprofessionally. Jesse is a great teacher and excellent giuy who creates a fun learning environment where everyone feels comfortable doing their best. No experience or athleticism required. For me it's been a few years of doing it; lost 100 pounds after a heart attack and it's my home for mental health too; I'm so grateful for it. Come join us; you'll never look back.

Brick Bodies is always immaculately clean. The staff offer fresh towels and this is a nice touch…read more For a gym, I find this Timonium location to be peaceful. The parking is convenient. I haven't tried any of their classes and I may do so sometime. However, I go to Brick Bodies to chill during my workout and swim. The locker room and showers are spacious.

This is one of Brick Bodies state of the art gyms. Its equipped with multiple machines of the same…read moreso theres no need to wait long. It gets crowded but today I was relaxed and enjoyed my workout. Its a large gym so the volume of people continues to flow. There are towels and a shower. The staff seems to get mixed in and isnt as personable and friendly as my normal home one. This gym has it all from pool, to turf like workout yard, to cycles, ignite room, to recovery rooms, saunas and yes private saunas with showers. Well worth the dollar.