For several years, I've wondered why so many people drive around with these Super Kicks magnets on…read moretheir cars. Well, a few weeks ago, our daughter's classmate invited her to a birthday party at Super Kicks Ashburn. I didn't think she would like it, but she loved it and was smiling the entire time. Signed our daughter and her little brother up for an intro class. Our son isn't ready yet, but our daughter is still loving it, and we think our son will slowly warm up to it. What makes Super Kicks special enough for everyone to drive around with these magnets on their cars? I think it's the welcoming and fun atmosphere, combined with a noticeable effort to encourage the kids and families beyond the scheduled class time. Give Super Kicks a try!

My wife and I enrolled our son (just turned 4) into the Little Leaders program at Super Kicks…read moreKarate and we can honestly say we are happy with our decision! Not only is the entire staff welcoming and attentive towards my son, they are also very encouraging. What makes super kicks stand out for us is the life lessons and attributes their programs instills in the little leaders. My son is eager to do household chores so he can earn stars to put on his uniform. The mommy/daddy component of the little leaders programs is also a great bonding experience. I cannot recommend this place enough!

Outstanding facility with exceptional coaches across a wide range of martial arts disciplines. I…read moreset up private training sessions while in town. Coach Leah created a custom training plan based on my goals and skill level. Excellent balance of technique, high intensity training, partner work. Even added on post-training vinyasa yoga. From the students to the other coaches to the owner Ajarn Scott Howard, all around world-class experience.

Incredibly facility, great staff and amazing members! You would think a place that has a dozen pro…read morefighters at the highest levels and 20 amateur fighters coming up would be too advanced for beginners, but every class is tailored for people from every experience. Training in classes with pro fighters is an incredible experience. Even with no experience you feel like a pro and progression is so much faster. The workouts are definitely challenging. You really get pushed and challenged. A lot more than you would if you did it on your own. Anyone can do it, but they are going to get the most out of you no matter what your level of fitness is.

I enjoy learning from the excellent staff . I feel challenged but encouraged . My balance has…read moreimproved 75 percent . Bonnie Bowers

This is an outstanding school and I am extremely happy I found it…read more My health is really what drove me to try this place out. As I got older, I started developing back problems. I did a ton of research on ways to strengthen my core, and Kung Fu repeatedly came up as a recommendation. Reviews like the ones here helped guide me to the Jow Ga Shaolin Institute. I was hesitant to take on Kung Fu as a middle aged adult. I had always considered martial arts as a younger person's sport and didn't want to be the older new guy in a sea of 12-15 year olds. My experiences at JGSI have totally eliminated that misconception. The classes are diverse in age and experience levels. The instructors are patient and adjust their teachings to the individual they're working with. The other students are warm, welcoming and extremely supportive. The classes themselves are challenging, but rewarding. They focus on concentration, stability, meditation, and strength with styles rooted in both traditional Northern and Southern forms. The school is well rounded and teaches multiple styles and solid technique, as well as real life applications of the forms. They also stay true to the culture of Kung Fu and support the history and tradition that has made this art form so great. It doesn't matter if you are looking for self-defense or exercise, discipline or focus, you can find each of those and more at the Jow Ga Shaolin Institute.

I enrolled my daughter in classes several years ago. After seeing the quality of the education, I…read moredecided to enroll myself as well. This is an excellent program for learning practice self defense and I am very pleased with the instruction.

HANDS DOWN thee best place we've found in Loudoun County! We've tried a couple different places…read morewith our kids and have met with others in and around Ashburn/Leesburgh. Hidy Ochiai Karate stood out above them all! Their classes go beyond the regular karate classes that other martial arts places provide. Here, they also do Kobudo which we learned is the use of ancient weapons! Trust me, your kids will go bonkers for this class!! It's taught in an extremely safe way, but still makes the kids feel like ninja superstars! I kind of want to take it myself :D Our daughter also did the summer camp this past summer and she loved it! She came home with real calligraphy paintings! Another thing that pushes them to the top is that they have Master Hidy Ochiai himself who comes down from New York to do special teachings with the kids each month. Look him up on YouTube and watch him slice an apple on someone's neck .... wait for it .... blindfolded! His skills are incredible and he is incredible with the kids as well. This school is in no competition with any other Martial Arts place because it's THAT good! I want to write a novel on here, lol, but I won't. Just one last thing to note: Sensei Winkler himself is AHmazing with the kids too. The way he talks and interacts with the kids makes them listen and have fun. I've sat and watched him a number of times when my daughter is in class. He's structured and fun, which is exactly what my daughter needs! Sensei Winkler is an incredible teacher because he has a lifetime of experience and many trophies from national Championship tournaments! You have to at the very least come to their free class on Saturdays!

Absolutely best place around to catch a vibe and dance! The instructors are top notch and have a…read moreton of experience.

This studio is amazing! My daughter has learned so much here. Love the instructors and their…read morepassion for the kids. This is an awesome place for your kids to learn and grow!

The most amazing staff! My son attends their after school program and loves it! I highly recommend!read more

My kids love it! We just enrolled them in the after-school program. They're constantly raving about…read moreit when they come home. Sensei Vladimir is very trustworthy and great with the kids. Pick up from school is punctual. And the kids are actually begging us to do more chores because they have a point system at karate where they get a reward when they finish. I cant stop recommending this place to people. Worth every penny! AND they also have Parents night out every Saturday. For $40 they'll feed and entertain your kids from 6pm-midnight. Babysitter for date nights covered!

My son absolutely loves InCourage! He always has an amazing time, and he gets a great workout!…read moreInstructor Spencer makes things fun for the kids (and adults). At the same time, he teaches them to show respect, demonstrate good sportsmanship, and focus on self improvement. I'm very happy that we found InCourage, and I highly recommend the team here!

Kids have a blast and fun time learning discipline and Tae Kwon Do…read more The teachers are kind and respectful and manage the time well

TigerDen has been an amazing experience for our son. He has been going for over two years and I…read morecan't say enough positive things about Master Lim, Master Oh, and Master Lee. They are incredible, patient, and push the students in their martial arts development, and social/personal development. The students are kind and nice to each other. We were new to the area and it has become a second family to us, a source of support. Don't wait sign your kid (or you) up today!

We've loved seeing our grandson grow at Tigerden. Very supportive staff and leadership.read more

We have been going here for over a month now and really enjoy it . It's really generous that the…read moreowner lets the kids try out the program for a free two week trial. My son had never participated in anything like this before but as soon as he had his first class he really loved it and kept asking to continue . I like how the coaches don't treat the kids like babies and add a sense of discipline. Jake is one of the coaches there and it's really awesome to see him calling the kids by their names and supporting them throughout the class.

First off, I am obsessed with Muay Thai. Been training since 2014 and competing since 2017, with 3…read moremonths training in Thailand. I'm not a great fighter at all but muay thai is something I truly love. I look forward to it at the end of the day and see it as something that gives and rejuvenates me rather than taking away from me. Anyways, I came to TAG MT during a business trip and had known about this school already from watching TAG MT youtube instructional vids. I came early and got to see the kids class. It's a great balance of technical drills but also having lots of fun as the reward. The coaches are great and the kids look up to them, fully engaged and are adorable in their big Muay Thai shorts :P Head Instructor Kru Chris Aboy has an amazing personality and teaching style. His encyclopedic knowledge and teaching methodology is phenomenal. He can read each student individually while also making adjustments to the class as a whole depending on where everyone is at with the previous drill. You don't feel left behind at all. Coach James is amazing as well leading the partner drills and demos (for both Kids + Adults). In general, Phase 1 covers fundamental techniques including movement, defense, attacks, and counters through progressive partner drills. Coaches will demo technique, then go around reading students and providing helpful corrections and explaining the reasons why. Calistechnics and shadowboxing in-between rounds really push the conditioning. Controlled sparring drills towards the end adds just enough unpredictability yet retaining safety and technique. Phase 2 builds upon Phase 1 and adds in more advanced drills, focusing on more advanced strategies and technical sparring. For seasoned nak muay, TAG offers an in-depth knowledge and well rounded in all aspects. I really love their elbow/knee/clinch game. Nothing is watered down at all. I learned a LOT of new details to improve my technique is just one session. Most importantly, I felt taken care of and safe the entire time. If you live in the DC Metro Area and are interested in learning Muay Thai, whether it's for self-defense or competition, I strongly suggest checking out TAG Muay Thai. You will learn authentic, pure hard-hitting Muay Thai at TAG, along with the humility and respect of Traditional Muay Thai.

Exceptional staff who are committed to helping each student build strength and confidence while…read moreparticipating in martial arts. The staff is also very patient with younger students, always trying to provide positive reinforcement regarding their efforts to learn a demanding set of skills.

I can't say enough wonderful things about Mile High Karate. My kids (3 and 5) have been going there…read morefor about 6 months and it's our favorite activity for the kids. Better than soccer, ballet, yoga, all of which my kids also take. My daughter loves it so much that she begged to do her birthday party there and all the parents talked about what a great job they did with the kids. On to class... My kids go 2-3 times a week. Both kids have memorized the black belt creed and now know what integrity and perseverance are. They can do all the forms and moves. Class works on karate moves, conditioning, focus, and talking about good habits. I have never seen a ratio problem, and they often assign someone just to my 3 year old or to him and one other child because he has a harder time focusing. He's a bit of a spaz, but they encourage him to keep coming back and are very patient with him. The life lessons and attitude benefits are amazing with my kids. They can earn extra stripes for their belt by bringing in good homework scores, practicing karate at home, reading, making healthy eating choices, and helping around the house without being asked. My kids now make their beds, choose fruit more often than treats, and clear the table. The school also works with you to focus on other things your kids are struggling with. They gave my 3 year old extra stripes for controlling his whining for a week. We can't thank them enough for that. The teachers and staff are incredible and they are now like family to us. The teachers are great and spend extra time to help my kids improve. They really care about the kids. Most of the instructors of the younger kids are young themselves. Their main teachers are 15, 17, and 19 and are great role models. They are polite and great at the art themselves. My kids love them and really enjoy watching them practice. I also think it's incredible that grandmaster Jeff Smith is actively involved with the school. He's a 9th degree black belt, world champion, and actually teaching the students. Incredible. I just haven't experienced any of the negative things that the other review notes. Mile high karate got a new program director and she's incredible. I have heard that the school is completely different since she took over, so I'd attribute the old review to the old management. So if you're still reading, go try them. They usually will give you a free two week trial. You can see for yourself! We'll see you there. My kid is the littlest one there with lots of spunk. He'd live a new buddy!!