Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    InCourage Martial Arts

    5.0 (45 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 11:00 AM

    InCourage Martial Arts Photos

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - InCourage Martial Arts

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Young K.

    My 5 year old son has been coming here for a few months now and I can't say enough amazing things about this place! Instructor KC and Master Lee are the most engaging (and funny!!) instructors you could ever ask for. Kids are laughing and having a blast while learning discipline and respect for others. I'M actually laughing and smiling every time I go in to watch the class. Incourage has an extremely well-structured belt system where the kids get higher ranking belt after attending a certain number of classes. At every belt ceremony, your kid also practices public speaking by memorizing and speaking in front of everyone with such positive message. They also give out "tips" to put on the belts as rewards for doing well in different areas which totally motivate the kids. They also have after school programs with pickups from elementary schools nearby and summer camps. I'd absolutely recommend this wonderful place!!

    Incourage Martial Arts Tigers Class.

    See all

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 1
    Love this 6
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Brian L.
    507
    19
    2

    1 year ago

    Been going here for years and my kids enjoy it. Friendly staff but they do push you hard for referrals and sales.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Young K.
    145
    40
    56

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jin P.
    2
    14
    25

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    My son is 9 and new to taekwondo but really enjoying his lessons. The instructors are all full of energy and great!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Andy L.
    122
    4
    1

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Alex G.
    112
    28
    37

    5 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Really good experience with them! My son absolutely loves his classes with them! We totally recommend this place for your little ones

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Great place to start for my kid in sport life. My kid happily visit every class and enjoy his training everytime. Recommend to everyone.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ariana O.
    124
    24
    32

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jackie P.
    159
    19
    0

    4 years ago

    We have enjoyed the tiger martial arts program and it has been a great experience- definitely helping with confidence for my son!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Amy L.
    48
    9
    9

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of MARY T.
    36
    26
    0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    My kids are really enjoyed here and the instructors are very professional and nice. Highly Recommend!!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of C F.
    2
    55
    22

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 2

    Ask the Community - InCourage Martial Arts

    Review Highlights - InCourage Martial Arts

    The instructors make every session fun while instilling character lessons of respect and discipline in their trainings.

    Mentioned in 8 reviews

    Read more highlights

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Martial Arts 1,507 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Kaizen MMA - NEW LOCATION

    Kaizen MMA

    4.8(14 reviews)
    2.9 miOld Town Fairfax

    I used to love this location (Fairfax) of Kaize . However, recent changes have made me decide to…read morepull my kids out and go to a different location. My kids are in the youngest age group (under 7). They used to be taught by adult Sempais, and I could see them gaining skills, self control, respect, etc. But this location recently changed to allowing older kids to serve as Sempais and run the class. These kids don't have any experience with teaching children - they're still children themselves. The focus of classes has shifted from learning skills to just "conditioning" - running, sit-ups, push-ups, etc. And these child instructors just don't have the self-control to serve as instructors. At the end of most classes, the Sensei/Sempai ends with a fun game to conclude on a fun note. But recently, the child Sempai leading a dodgeball-type game got carried away and way too competitive and was throwing the ball full force into little kids' faces. I saw a 4 yr old get slammed in the face (by the Sempai) so hard she fell down. And the Sempai appeared to like it and continued to throw full full force at other 4, 5, and 6 year olds. That was the breaking point for me. The other Kaizen locations are good, and we'll stick to those ones.

    I am enrolled in the Muay Thai program here at Fairfax Karate. It is a great program and I am in…read moremuch better shape than I was before. I may even consider taking an amateur fight. Najim, the coach is great. He is very technical in his instructions but still very understanding that it takes time to learn the techniques. Plus he has a strong competitive record: Multiple Sabaki (full contact Enshin Competition) wins and multiple Muay Thai Titles. It should be noted that some of the techniques are modified compared to pure Muay Thai to more of a Dutch style of Muay Thai. The classes run one hour, with about 10 minutes of warm up and stretching, about 40 minutes of technique training, and then about 10 minutes of calisthenics at the end. The varieties of techniques vary class to class ranging from the very basics to sparring for the more experience students. Also available are: Children and Adult Karate - I don't know a ton about these but have seen Najim coaching the children's classes and the kids seem to be learning alot of good techniques and still having a ton of fun. Also Enshin Karate, being a combination of kickboxing and Judo, does teach many techniques that are very real world usable should the students need them in an actual self defense situation. Gracie Jiu Jitsu - These classes are taught by Toney Waldecker, a blackbelt under Relson Gracie, son of Helio Gracie - the inventor of Gracie Jiu Jitsu. I don't know a lot about these classes either but Toney seems to be a very good trainer and Relson visits the dojo a few times a year it seems.

    Photos
    Kaizen MMA
    Kaizen MMA - Relson Gracie Jiu jitsu

    Relson Gracie Jiu jitsu

    Kaizen MMA - Store front

    See all

    Store front

    Fifty/50 Martial Arts Academy - B.R.A.V.E Women's Self-Defense Course

    Fifty/50 Martial Arts Academy

    4.9(31 reviews)
    4.3 miFalls Church City

    I've been wanting to train here for years so the bar was high and it exceeded expectations from the…read moreminute I walked in the door! The environment was so friendly and welcoming. Family oriented with kids and parents all there to hang and train. Snacks and some play areas for kids and a beautiful bright matted area with amazing pictures from Ryans career fighting and cornering the most recognizable faces in the game. The instruction was absolutely incredible I cannot recommend Ryan and his academy more. Definitely check it out if you are in the area I wish I could train here more! - Nick Lamagna

    High recommend this martial arts academy!…read more Our kids have been going here for about 10 months and love it. Started with BJJ, but then switched to capoeira which they enjoyed more because of the acrobatics. The coaches and staff are really supportive and patient with the kids. The gym is pretty big and they have cameras so parents can observe from the lobby. Parking can be tough if you don't get there early, but there's room on the neighboring side streets which aren't too far away. Typically there's always people leaving between classes so I have always been able to find a stall. The prices are reasonable. Upfront costs may seem high, but it includes the uniform and which they need anyway. Otherwise it's a great price. They also offer discounts for siblings, military, etc.

    Photos
    Fifty/50 Martial Arts Academy - Ryan Hall and his Black Belts

    Ryan Hall and his Black Belts

    Fifty/50 Martial Arts Academy - Coach Ryan Hall winning the TUF 22 Finale in Las Vegas on Dec 11, 2015.

    Coach Ryan Hall winning the TUF 22 Finale in Las Vegas on Dec 11, 2015.

    Fifty/50 Martial Arts Academy - Mini 25/50's

    See all

    Mini 25/50's

    OSA Martial Arts-Fairfax City - Competing with other OSA Family Members! Challenging their skills! #osafamily #competition #challenge #persevere

    OSA Martial Arts-Fairfax City

    4.9(18 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    Solid school, no pressure, laid back, worth checking out…read more Selling points - no gimmicks or pressure to join (unlike most of the schools in NoVa) - the two instructors are skilled.... very skilled. Taekwondo and BJJ backgrounds - male / female / kid friendly - one instructor is female, both are super approachable - the age range is good. i'm in my early 30s and i'm happy to be surrounded by students of all walks of life - pricing is competitive, especially if you bundle in 2 classes - fellow students are super friendly School style - relaxed. they can push you when necessary but you don't feel like the bad guy from the Karate Kid movies is screaming at you. - belt test at your own pace - good mix of ground and standing training - punches, kicks, breaks and grappling - full sparing at appropriate rank - good, balanced self defense focus Additional bonus - they cater to what you want. If you want a calm atmosphere to train in, if you want to become a champion, if you want something to do with the family, they can surprisingly do any of that. it's a well run program and worth dropping in. First class is free!

    Oriental Sports Academy is an excellent martial arts school that serves all ages, from young…read morechildren to teens to adults. The school teaches four Korean martial arts styles: Taekwondo, Judo, Hapkido, and Sword. It has a before and after school program for kids, as well as summer, winter, and spring break day camps. There are numerous social events that help the students, families, and staff connect with each other, and additional special training opportunities are available. I earned my black belt in Hapkido here, and now my son is learning Taekwondo. We both love OSA!

    Photos
    OSA Martial Arts-Fairfax City - Plan ahead! When it snows and school is closed and the county gov is open- we have camp! #osafamily #wehaveyoucovered #camp

    Plan ahead! When it snows and school is closed and the county gov is open- we have camp! #osafamily #wehaveyoucovered #camp

    OSA Martial Arts-Fairfax City - Affordable pricing and new programs await you!  Inquire today.

    Affordable pricing and new programs await you! Inquire today.

    OSA Martial Arts-Fairfax City - Instructor Sethi

    See all

    Instructor Sethi

    Lotus Thai Boxing - Gutcheck Fight Event 3

    Lotus Thai Boxing

    4.4(13 reviews)
    4.7 mi

    Don't waste your time. I've quit while signing up for the trial class. The owner is paranoid about…read morecovid and shows irrational hostility towards new members. This is the only gym in the neighborhood that makes you QUARANTINE for 14 days just to start your trial class. You are not allowed to drop in, have to make 48 hour prior appointment for a class because of covid. It's 2022. Even our government doesn't have restrictions anymore. Why are they being paranoid? Their website said I can provide a negative result to take the class faster so I told them I'm willing to provide negative test result. Then the management literally replied with a threat saying "we will ban you if you show up before 14 days." Then they sent me another email saying they won't accept me as a member and etc while I was writing this review. How do you expect to teach people martial arts when you are this paranoid, rude, and irrational? I've been to few local gyms here but this is by far the worst experience just by contacting them. Glad I didn't even waste my time attending here.

    I just had my first class, and I absolutely loved it. Kru Carlos and Instructor Jeff were very…read morewelcoming. I am not the most athletic person, but the atmosphere of the class and the energy of the instructors made me feel like I absolutely did not want to give up when I was tired- which happened pretty quickly . I have never felt the motivation to push myself to the degree that I felt tonight. If you are having any doubts, don't! Go ahead and sign up for a class. You won't regret it.

    Photos
    Lotus Thai Boxing - Gutcheck Fight Event 2

    Gutcheck Fight Event 2

    Lotus Thai Boxing - Gutcheck Fight Event 1

    Gutcheck Fight Event 1

    Lotus Thai Boxing - 04.13.2019 lotus Thai boxing seminar

    See all

    04.13.2019 lotus Thai boxing seminar

    KravWorks

    KravWorks

    5.0(13 reviews)
    5.2 miFalls Church City

    I've been taking Filipino martial arts here since i moved back into the area in 2021. The people…read moreare amazing, the cost of classes is the lowest I've seen. (I've been doing Kali for a long time and have had to pay triple what they charge). I love all the coaches and the community here is really great. The gym is super supportive and coming every week has been a big highlight to my weeks.

    The smartest decision I ever made…read more I have been attending this gym for almost a year now. Classes are frequent and at times convenient to all schedules. The instruction is top notch and you will not only get a great workout, but you will learn life saving techniques to get yourself out of trouble. The gym is pretty basic - think no a/c or heat. Train like you fight. They offer Krav Maga, Jiu Jitsu, and Filipino Martial arts (think stick/knife fighting - which is my favorite :)). It's no nonsense, get it done type of training. This isn't training for martial arts sports, you're training to end the fight and get out of the situation. In addition to the classes (almost 7 days a week), you can participate in sparring on Saturday mornings. No invite needed, just show up and feel what it's like to fight someone fighting you rather than a willing victim that you get during the week during training. There is gear you can borrow for the day, but I highly recommend getting your own as soon as possible. There really is no other way to learn to fight than with someone that's uncooperative. This gives you a chance to try a new things that you've learned to see it in action in real-life. You'll love it!

    Abmar Barbosa Jiu Jitsu Academy

    Abmar Barbosa Jiu Jitsu Academy

    5.0(9 reviews)
    4.4 mi

    This review is from a mom's POV for the academy's kids' program. I don't take choosing a place for…read moremy kids lightly, especially when it comes to something as physical, formative, and values-driven as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Enrolling my kids in the kid's program at ABJJA Abmar Barbosa Jiu‑Jitsu Academy has been one of the best decisions we've made as a family. From day one, what stood out immediately was the standard of care. Hygiene and cleanliness are clearly non-negotiable here. The mats, the space, the routines, everything reflects deep respect for the kids' health and safety. As a parent, that peace of mind matters more than words can say. This is, without question, the best kids BJJ program in the area. The class flow is incredibly strategic, thoughtfully structured, developmentally appropriate, and somehow still pure fun. My kids are engaged the entire time. They're learning discipline, body awareness, confidence, and resilience while having a blast. What truly sets ABJJA apart is the environment. It is warm, safe, and deeply supportive. The coach-to-student ratio is impressive, and it shows. Every child is seen. Every child is guided. The coaches go above and beyond; not just teaching technique, but encouraging effort, kindness, and growth. The support given to the kids feels personal, not transactional. The community here is something special. It's welcoming, respectful, and values-driven. You can feel that this academy cares about raising strong humans, not just good athletes. And finally, value. The class options, the access, the level of coaching, and the overall experience make this an incredible value for money. You get far more than you pay for. If you're a parent searching for a martial arts program that prioritizes safety, excellence, character, and joy, this is it. We feel incredibly grateful to have found ABJJA. It's not just an academy; it's a place where kids are genuinely nurtured and empowered.

    The training is truly designed to create winners. When juggling a full-time job and a lot of…read morepersonal responsibilities, training at Abmar's feels like therapy because it is the one place where everything else fades away and the only focus is on improving on the mats. The **coaching** is patient, detail-oriented, and encouraging, and the training partners are supportive, which makes the whole environment both challenging and welcoming.

    Photos
    Abmar Barbosa Jiu Jitsu Academy
    Abmar Barbosa Jiu Jitsu Academy
    Abmar Barbosa Jiu Jitsu Academy - Me getting Silver and Gold at the VA Open

    See all

    Me getting Silver and Gold at the VA Open

    Level99 Tysons

    Level99 Tysons

    4.2(48 reviews)
    3.9 mi

    A fun way to spend 2 hours. Its definitely great for kids, but i wish there were more sports/video…read moregame related activities. The dodgeball duel was our favorite. Some of the games made no sense or by the time you figure it out the times up. It does move quickly and there's lots of options. I don't recommend going on a Saturday afternoon, but considering how packed it was we only waited a maximum of 5 minutes per room.

    I hosted a team event at Level 99 + Victory Brewing Company for about 40 people that included food,…read moredrinks and games. The expereince at Level 99 was great. There are about 40 rooms of which each has different challenges and involve solving puzzles or executing a task in 1-4 minutes. Depending on how you and your team do you will be rewarded with stars or puzzle pieces for prizes. Everyone is given a wrist band that has a little badge that you use to tap when you enter a room to track your results. Many of the rooms require the participants to work as a team to achieve a goal. Some of the challenges are mental, physical, or require a high degree of coordination. This place is great for adults and I would say kids 8 and up. Teens would love it. I would not recommend this for younger kids. I have heard that this place has very long lines on the weekends. Since we went on Tuesday evening there was no wait for about 50% of the rooms we wanted to enter. And even in those cases we only had to wait no more than 2 minutes for the team inside to exit. It's a cool and fun concept and I would highly recommend it!

    Photos
    Level99 Tysons - Themed room

    Themed room

    Level99 Tysons
    Level99 Tysons

    See all

    InCourage Martial Arts - martialarts - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...