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    5.0 (1 review)
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    DC Self Defense Karate Association - Fellow student giving support on a Black Belt exam

    DC Self Defense Karate Association

    5.0(9 reviews)
    4.6 km

    When my kids finally expressed interest in taking taekwondo, we checked out 4 schools and had a…read morelist of criteria: good teachers and classes, clean, good philosophy, and not a black belt diploma mill as most schools are. We found all of that and more in DCSDKA. The teachers and classes are great. The kids not only learn taekwondo but also Krav Maga self-defense, and how to be safe in everyday situations, especially for little kids. The school fosters respect, responsibility and camaraderie and my children have found lots of good friends in the school. I'm very particular about what school they go to since I have experience in taekwondo, and I highly recommend this school.

    GrandMaster Sensei Carol Middleton is a world-class martial artist. I get chills when I see her…read moreskills in action. As a student, I love that the dojo is a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, that the values of respect, responsibility and leadership are taught and displayed by the instructors and students and I am thankful for the the precision of training I get. DC residents are lucky to have this incredible resource at their fingertips. I hope others will take advantage of these classes, whether they are looking for self-defense, fitness, social opportunities or just wanting to learn a valuable new skill.

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    DC Self Defense Karate Association - Grandmaster Carol Middleton's specialties are all reflected in our school.

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    Grandmaster Carol Middleton's specialties are all reflected in our school.

    DC Aikido Martial Arts - Concentration is key at DC Aikido

    DC Aikido Martial Arts

    4.5(22 reviews)
    3.2 kmWoodley Park

    Trained here for almost four years and was approaching my shodan test. I used to think of aikido as…read moremy organizing principle. That all changed when a third-degree black belt instructor dropped me on my head. He was showing off for his buddy, the chief instructor. Both those men are no longer at this dojo, but regardless I cannot train any more as I used to - following my concussion, I tried to come back (after time off for recuperation). But after weeks/months of headaches, and trying various sorts of accommodations, my doctor strongly recommended that I discontinue training. Aikido may be called the "art of peace" and its practitioners may say that good ukemi will neutralize any throw. But it is still possible for a careless person to injure you badly. I used to think (see my previous review) that if I spoke up, was careful about whom I trained with, and practiced diligently, it would protect me from harm. Not true. Being a good driver does not always save you from the bad drivers. (I decided to update my old review, after much time and thought, so that newcomers will have a more complete picture. It's hard to ask questions of people who have left.) As with any endeavor: caveat emptor. Do your research. Visit multiple places and compare them, before you choose. Ask around - what is the reputation of the place you are considering? What is their record for follow-up when someone gets injured? How long have the most senior students been training at this place? Are classes made up of mostly newbies - i.e., does the student body turn over regularly, or are there a lot of stalwarts? How many black belts come to practice regularly? (an indication of whether the place continues to offer room for growth, once that first black belt has been attained). How often is the chief instructor present and instructing? What precautions are in place when junior (smaller/younger/inexperienced) students train with senior (stronger/faster/aggressive) students? How long has each teacher been teaching? (Being a skilled practitioner is not always the same as being a good teacher.) Pick your partners (and teachers) carefully. (Even if everyone says "but he's such a nice guy!" - if you break a collarbone because he attempted a too-ambitious throw, you will be the one in a sling, not the nice guy.) How often does the dojo host community events? Do senior staff/teachers show up for community events? I have visited from time to time. (I still hang out socially with many friends from here.) With all my heart I still miss the practice and the community I used to have. But I have had to step back from both.

    NEEDED to find a social outlet for my 5-year old grandson while he is on an extended visit from out…read moreof state. NEEDED to find a safe, social, in-person way for him to spend time and energy with little people his own size. So perfectly pleased to have found DC Aikido --- perfect fit. He was hooked from the first class. 3x a week - in the dojo - with 30 minute sessions is exactly the right prescription. Right across the street from the Red Line Metro --- and free parking garage for drivers like us. The most important part: The instructors are amazing. Patient like saints but with an eye toward discipline. Great instruction at the 5-6 year old level mixed with discipline and exercise. The classes are very disciplined for spacing, too --- all of the students and staff are good about wearing their masks and keeping the students on "their own square" to keep social distance norms intact. So sorry my grandson is going home at the end of this month. Thank you, DC Aikido!

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    Urban Kempo - Instructor Red Belt

    Urban Kempo

    4.6(13 reviews)
    7.2 kmClarendon

    This place is really great and the Senseis have a real gift with children especially Sensie Sean…read more I'm so happy to have found this place.

    I'm not normally the person to write reviews, but this is one time where I feel like I need to…read morewrite one. When I brought my daughter to Urban Kempo for her introductory lesson, my little girl was backward and shy, not willing or able to stand up for herself. She was too embarrassed to even admit when she didn't hear or understand an instruction from teachers. I wanted her to have the (a) tools and (b) confidence to stand up for herself. That was as far as I was thinking. Full disclosure, I am THAT mom. At our first visit, Mike listened. He wanted to be our partner, to work with us as her parents. He sincerely listened to our goals, my daughter's needs, her history, and the little things that helped him to really connect with her. And she has connected with Mike, Matt, and every other instructor at Urban Kempo. You see, they don't just create a class, they create a family. It is different. The minute that you walk in, you feel the laughter and the genuine concern that everyone has for each other. From my daughter's ER visit to the loss of her dog, from her bad day at school to the Princess of the day (her dojo name changes constantly), Mike and the other instructors really wants to hear about it. The instructors have a way of making learning fun. My daughter now has the goal to be a black belt. I see her more confident, less frightened of new situations. Yes, she is gaining in coordination, but what was more important was that she has gained confidence in herself and pride in the ability in her efforts. Last week, she told me that Mike and Matt needed to talk to the Prince in "Mulan" because they would be able to explain that girls could be strong and fight as well as boys. In that moment, my goal for Kempo was met. And it couldn't have been done without this family that is unique to here, that has been created by the leaders in this dojo.

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    Head instructor demonstrating

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    Kids love to smile :)

    Urban Kempo - Corner of North 10th and Highland entrance.

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    Corner of North 10th and Highland entrance.

    Infinity Martial Arts

    Infinity Martial Arts

    4.9(12 reviews)
    7.5 kmChevy Chase

    My 5 y/o kid recently joined classes here and I am thrilled Infinity Martial Arts is here in Chevy…read moreChase. Master Breunig and other instructors are all so welcoming and offer a terrific experience. My kid gets to learn new skills, get great exercise, and have a lot of fun with other kids. It's also wonderful the classes incorporates skills and values like respect, self-esteem, self-control, and responsibility. The 'Tiny Tigers' class is excellent and does a great job of making the activities and instruction fit well for kids of different ages and skill levels. Even small things, like at the end of class Master Breunig will put his hand up high (depending on how old the kid is) and each kid tries to jump up to hit him with a high five. The kids love it, and it's something that can be tailored to small and bigger kids. I also appreciate the different class times for for the Tiny Tigers class and that it is centrally located in the Chevy Chase Arcade building.

    This is what the Chevy Chase Arcade needs which is a place to cater to KIDS and grown up and what…read morebetter thing to do for them then to teach them.how to defend themselves. I have witnessed what goes on in this place and I'm happy with what I see The instructor is a humble man who teaches his students not only the art of self defense but to respect themselves as he proudly encourages them walk around outside proudly in their karate GI This what the neighborhood needs

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    Wing Chun, DC - Wing Chun training!

    Wing Chun, DC

    5.0(3 reviews)
    7.5 km

    My background is in karate, so when I began training with Ben, his particular style of Wing Chun…read morethat incorporates pressure blew me away! I have really enjoyed taking a completely different perspective on my martial arts training, learning to deal with an attacker who is large and close simply by leveraging my own body structure. Ben and his senior students are extremely encouraging and supportive, so the classes have a real community atmosphere. I wholeheartedly recommend you take a class, whether you are a lifelong martial artist or absolute beginner.

    I've trained in a number of different martial arts, including boxing, muay thai, and other forms of…read morewing chun, but Ben's blended approach and focus on structure has been a whole new level of practice for me. I've never really understood or believed in the application of internal power for practical use but, after one session of chi sao with Ben (and being thrown into a wall a few times), I had to concede that there was something real there. One thing I've always appreciated is that Ben is very clear where Wing Chun does and doesn't work. He teaches boxing, wrestling, and some MMA, but always in the context of where Wing Chun fits in. Full disclosure, this is not for everyone; it's not a quick fix, it's not a cardio workout, and it's not showy. This is a long process of understanding internal structure, physics, and how to exert your body in a different way than you're used to. If you're interested in gaining a new understanding of your own body and how to weaponise your posture (yes, posture can be a weapon), give it a try. Or, if you think this isn't real and doesn't work, come and try it anyway. The only way to know is try it out and we're always ready to welcome people with an open or curious appetite.

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