This is a school that teaches Traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu under Sifu Shannon Moore, disciple of…read moreGrandmaster William Cheung (disciple of Grandmaster Ip Man). I've practiced martial arts (Karate, Taekwondo, and Wushu) for about a total of 10 years, so i've been around several different schools and Masters and Sifus. Sifu Shannon Moore teaches traditional, practical, and sport aspects of Wing Chun. Very knowledgeable and experienced as one would know from just listening and conversing with him. Sifu Shannon Moore takes great pride in providing hands on training and development with his students as opposed to some other schools i have been to where the senior students primarily teach. You may ask... well what the heck is this Wing Chun mumbo jumbo. How is it any different from other martial art styles that also teach self-defense? Wing Chun is an amazing and beautiful kung fu style different from many of today's popular styles, such as Karate, Taekwondo, and Shaolin kung fu. While these styles may focus on blocking first and then attacking, Wing Chun teaches well-coordinated angular defense and simultaneous attack, operating on the center line, not drawing back (windup) before striking; instead striking from any position. This both increases the speed and eliminates the telegraphing of the strike. Using structure of the entire body to create power in a small space. This way, in the time it takes a student of another style to throw one or two punches, a Wing Chun student will throw at least nine. This system relies on biomechanics, not brute force and is a scientific yet theoretically based martial arts style focusing on close-range combat. Wing Chun is based on the concepts and principles of simplicity, economy of movement, and economy of energy. This art is a true internal and external system designed so you can learn the system in 3-5 years. It is a science in motion that is simple yet explosive. Bear in mind, i said learn the system in 3-5 years. Mastering is a whole other story. =) Anyone who is interested the martial arts, especially Wing Chun, should definitely come check it out. Sifu Shannon Moore even offers a FREE first introductory class so anyone interested can get their feet wet. I came, i tried, and now i'm hooked. Check it out for yourself! Keep that Wu Sao up! You'll learn what that means, one way or another. =)

Master Moore has a wealth of knowledge and is comfortable sharing it with his students. No…read morepressure or sales tactics, just a master with a clear understanding of the art he teaches in full and a friendly and accomodating group of fellow students. It is easy to fall in love with Wing Chun, and I highly recommend it and the instructor to give you a fuller understanding in your martial arts journey. As Master Moore would say, "Keep your Wu Sao up"...

My son has been coming to Okinawan Karate Dojo for almost a full year. Sensei Stan and the rest of…read morehis team do a really wonderful job teaching the kids! This school is very family oriented and maintains an educational yet fun environment. The pricing here is very fair for the classes as well as their branded merchandise. The class schedule is also very easy to follow. The daily class schedule for each level of students is different for every day of the week. However, this schedule is the same every week. Once you input the dates into your calendar you can put them on repeat and you'll never miss a beat. The belt testing here is also done well in my opinion. The testing dates are announced well in advance and I've also seen them posted throughout the Dojo. As long as the students attend, participate and learn the different blocks, punches, etc then they should pass their tests each time. My son has moved up to the next belt each time he has a belt test. The new location is really cool too! They now have two floors which allows them to accommodate more classes as well. I really am glad that my son attends Okinawan Karate Dojo! I'm lookong forward to him earning his black belt here one day.

A young family member attended the summer camp program. This was his 3rd year. He looks forward to…read moreattending every year. Although the kids were not able to get to the pool this year, the camp was able to make up for the temporary change. The price was reasonable and manageable. The program included valuable karate lessons taught by certified instructors. This has always been a great service. The diversity of the program has always been reflective of the county. Overall, the Okinawa Dojo summer camp program met and exceeded expectations by providing my little family member with a fun, healthy and safe environment.

This isn't just a karate studio, it's way more. It's a culture, it's a community. All the…read moreinstructors are loving what they are doing and it's easily being transferred to the kids. My kids became more focus and more disciplined. The patience that the instructors have is unbelievable. I highly recommend this studio. And thank you to all of them for what they are doing for the students.

My 5 year old has been doing Tae Kwon Do at Kang's for the past year. We started with a trial, but…read morevery quickly signed up for a year long commitment. Not only does it get out his energy, but he has improved his direction-following skills, as well as his confidence in himself. All of the instructors are also wonderful; they work extremely well with kids at a variety of skill levels. Definitely check them out!

With so many martial arts schools available in the Northern Virginia area that cover a wide…read morespectrum of styles and disciplines, Master Folta's Traditional Uechi-Ryu Karate stands out among them. Seriously, this is the real deal - this school is probably the closest opportunity outside Okinawa you'll get to learning authentic traditional karate from a master practitioner as it was originally conceived by Kanbun Uechi back at the beginning of the 20th century. This style of karate is practical for both self defense and physical fitness, and promotes self-discipline and a healthy life style. Progressing through the various ranks is well structured and meaningful, and you absolutely get a sense of accomplishment as you do so. The staff at Okinawa Karate and Cultural Center make learning karate easy and fun, for all ages and abilities, with hands on classes at the Okinawa Karate and Cultural Center and at various Parktakes rec centers throughout Fairfax County. My whole family signed up for karate classes during the pandemic on a whim, but it only took just a few short classes to realize what a gem of an opportunity we have right here in northern Virginia. I cannot recommend it highly enough! Give it a try and join a great karate community!

I've been a long time student of Master Folta since 2005. I started at Oak Marr Recenter, before…read moremoving up the ranks, and eventually teaching for his dojo. I'm very pleased to see that he finally was able to open his own independent dojo to celebrate traditional Okinawan Uechi Ryu Karate, as well as the rich cultures that Okinawa brings. The Cultural Center has many artifacts in a museum style in a side room. There's also many people from the community like the DC Okinawan Kai who utilizes the space. It is a safe and welcoming space for not just Okinawan people, but those interested in learning more about the culture and tradition. This spacious dojo has two kicking/punching bags ready for training, many talented instructors, and classes for children and adult alike! I am excited for what's to come for this OKCC! I hope new students can find their new karate home like it's been for me throughout the years!

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!

I used to come and train here 10 years ago. I love the instructors here. And because of that I…read morebrought my son here. He's been here 1 year and he loves it They are amazing with the kids

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!

Been going for a couple weeks and it's been great for my son and the staff is always so pleasant…read moreand patient with the little ones.

We have been at Klotz Karate for 5 years and it has been an AWESOME experience! The mixture of…read moremartial arts has kept things interesting and more useful for real life. The instructors and owner know everyone and are very positive and patient. The ability to be self paced but encouraged to progress is terrific. They have helped my son in so many areas including self confidence, leadership, maturity, patience, strength, coordination, balance, discipline, and friendship. We highly recommend Klotz Karate!!

My son has been coming to this dojo for 1 1/2 years and has enjoyed the classes. The Senseis are…read moreknowledgeable and communicative with the kids. They are also kind but firm, encouraging the kids to be the best to their potential. I would recommend this dojo to any family looking to start in martial arts or to try a different form.

After multiple failed attempts at Martial Arts a friend recommended Shoshin Ryu Martial Arts…read more Holowell Sensei is an amazing instructor and role model. Our son has always struggled with physical activity due to hypotonia and autism he enjoys class. He has thrived and shown great pride in his accomplishments. He has truly earned his stripes and belts and loves knowing that he has grown and mastered a skill and that his instructor is truly proud of him and encourages him to improve. His self esteem is up and his confidence is improving and more importantly his negative thoughts and self talk are decreasing. Love the method, model, and mentorship this program and school provides.

Best place ever!!!!!!! The instructors are so loving with the children is like a dream come…read moretrue!!!!! They teach them a lot of great moves and in between discipline....but in a fun way...what a team.....my son has so much fun he can hardly wait for the next class....my son is in little pandas half hour lesson....but I get it....their attention span is short at this age and that is good enough..... Should see the little ones so excited and ready to kick some cushions :)....love them love them love them.....

My kids absolutely Love it!!! Master Marco and his staff are very polite , helpful , and patient…read morewith everyone. There should be a master Marco in every community! I highly recommend you and your kids to make an attempt to attend a class!