This place has a really supportive and welcoming community. Both coaches and students are very…read moreaccepting and focused on everyone succeeding at their own pace.

Amazing instruction, the staff is very supportive and knowledgeable, the camaraderie is…read moreexceptional! Fantastic place to train!

No, that' is incorrect information as I never once indicated my son had MMA experience and that is…read morea flat out lie. As instructors you are to ensure the safety of children that are in your care. You failed to do that as mentioned, I saw no activity from the instructors when my son was choking. This happened repeatedly and you should be ashamed of yourselves for calling yourself an instructor. At the start of class, your main concern was to get your liability form signed so you can negligently not take care of those who signed their rights over within your martial school. Animal control should be called for your aggressive dogs that you have open to the public. As you clearly said, "don't get too close" that enough tells you they're not safe to be around the public. The schedule you mentioned is only good for your school as you can maximize profits and not have to entertain different scheduling. So what if I pay the same price for my son attending your school half the time? Right? It's all about money first. My son was not safe and I would never ever not for 1 million years, bring my son back to your school. Your school should be closed to negligence. Parents please be aware and watch these instructors very carefully as I believe their actions speak for themselves. See if they are engaged or they hang out my the clock and focus on a countdown timer. As far as instructions, and from AI, from a child psychologist's view, young kids thrive on clear, consistent guidance but don't always need constant hand-holding. In martial arts, they might need frequent reminders early on to master steps or focus, especially if they're under ten. Structured repetition builds muscle memory, so gentle cues help without overwhelming them. As they grow confidence, ease up to encourage independence. I guess the instructors Ego's are more important than what's good for young children.

My son participates in the homeschool classes! He has grown so much just in his first year. He has…read morelearned coordination, self-defense, discipline, has made many new friends, and his confidence has grown so much thanks to Coach Joe!

My son has been coming for about a month and he loves this place. The time and attention Cha and…read morehis staff take to make this fun, physical, and instill confidence is second to none. There are many places that teach but this place is by far the best!

We love united martial arts! The owners/ instructors are amazing. My sons love Tae Kwon Do; not…read moreto mention my 4 year old had an amazing birthday party with them. They ran the whole 1.5 hours, broke boards, cut the cake with a sword and had moon-bounces. We highly recommend!!

Great experience for three years now. Opportunities are there to box, spar, and participate in…read moreBrazilian jiu jitsu, even a decent weight room is available Big shout outs to coaches Jay B, Bennet, Ed, Jordan, Seum, and Chris, those who I've worked with the most! They're awesome! Come here for a great workout and confidence building, just be ready to put in work! Don't cheat yourself, treat yourself!

Overall, I think this is a solid gym with a lot of potential. The classes are great, they're…read moreengaging, well-structured, and give you a good workout whether you're into striking, conditioning, or general fitness. The setup of the gym is also nice, and I really like the variety of bags available. Having different types of bags to train on is a big plus, especially if you're serious about MMA, boxing, or Muay Thai. That being said, there are definitely some areas that need improvement. The weight room section is where I'd have to knock some stars off. Equipment maintenance appears to be a recurring issue. When something breaks, it takes an extended period to get it fixed or even to initiate a work order from what it seems like since I been there or it stays "Out of Order." but for example, since I've been a member, I haven't seen any work done on the sauna that's advertised but has been out of order the entire time as well as a couple of other exercise machines. The cardio machines also feel like they're on their last leg, some of them are clearly worn down. A number of the machines could use updating, and the overall upkeep of the gym (including things like visible holes, wear and tear on the walls) could be better. I'd rate the general maintenance and upkeep around a 4.5/10. On the positive side, I'm still able to get all my workouts in, and the pricing is pretty reasonable for what you get i guess for the building space that it is. I just really have to adjust my workouts. With better maintenance and some updates, this gym could easily be top-tier. Overall: Decent gym with strong classes and training options, but it definitely needs improvements in maintenance and equipment upkeep. Honestly, I can't recommend this gym because of the ongoing issues with upkeep and maintenance.

Dojo tucked away in Lake Ridge, VA…read more I was looking for a dojo because my pre-teen son wanted to join after watching Cobra Kai. And I was just in luck! Blue Dragon Martial Arts teaches Okianawan Karate (Mr. Miyagi style). Blue Dragon is also a great place for adults! My retiree mother signed up and is progressing through the belts.

TL:DR - A fantastic family friendly and all inclusive true martial arts studio that cares deeply…read moreabout their students and the traditions of Okinawan Karate. Classes are great, you learn a lot, and you'll definitely get in shape! I have been practicing martial arts in various styles (Goju, Aikido, Taekwondo, and Krav Maga) for the past 20 years or so and I've never really felt at home and welcome in those dojos. That feeling instantly changed when I walked into the door to inquire about Blue Dragon Martial Arts. I was greeted kindly and very warmly by Sensei Juan and had a great conversation about what I was looking for, their rich history, and what they could offer. While speaking with Sensei Juan I could clearly see they practiced what they preached by observing the kids class in session. Great importance was put on harmony, knowledge, respect, self confidence, self defense, and the underlying traditions of pure Okinawan karate-do. This approach goes light years above and beyond what my past experiences had been (where I was just a face in the crowd and personal growth was an absolutely foreign concept) and I immediately felt like family and that I belonged. We went over the logistics of what to expect at end of the 6 month introductory period and the price points/contract details which are very favorable just as an fyi...no lock-in here! Not once did I feel like I was stuck in a car dealership being sold something. In any event I reported back home and discussed signing up as a couple with my SO. We stopped by a few weeks later to introduce her to Sensei Juan and tour the dojo and the vibe was still very much friendly and full of energy as it was the first time. We signed up, started our classes a few weeks later due to real life being crazy, and have enjoyed every minute of it and have learned so much. The certified black belt instructors we've trained with are super knowledgeable, helpful, enthusiastic, and bring a lot of energy and fun to the mat. They are very passionate about teaching and building a strong foundation, as well as compassionate in understanding not all of us are in terminator shape and they adjust things accordingly while still pushing us to do our best. Classes are usually divided with one day being Physical Training (aka conditioning), one day focusing on kata/bunkai/sparring (traditions), and an open mat day to practice whatever we wish and ask any questions/get any pointers. I highly recommend Blue Dragon for yourself and/or your kids...it's a great time in a great place to focus on becoming a better person. Plus an awesome bonus is you can say "Hey, I actually train in the style from The Karate Kid...Chojun Miyagi was a real person who founded the school".

Prestige is an amazing place to go to for learning taekwondo. Both their students and instructors…read moreare amazing martial artists.

Everyone is so friendly and good at what they do!!…read more My son doesn't usually like sports but he wanted to try martial arts. I thought he might go 1 time and never again BUT he's been 4 times already and it's only his first week!!! Also - Master Justin managed to get my incredibly shy daughter to give him a high 5 which is a HUGE testament to his demeanor and the vibe of the whole place and all the staff. Excellent, professional, fun, and friendly.

Great instructors (Mrs Sanchez and Mr B) who enforce discipline and hole students to a high…read morestandard. (As high as you can expect for 5 year olds.). My daughter has been taking Little Ninja classes for nearly a year and loves it. I recommend AMA for anyone with small kids.

I have been very impressed (and at times intimidated!) by everything that happens at AMA. Not only…read moreare the classes challenging (there's never a boring moment), but the instructors have been handling the difficulties of COVID nicely. They offer Zoom classes for those that don't feel safe coming back into the studio quite yet, as well as outdoor classes AND in-studio classes. I'm grateful for the choices offered depending on people's preferences, as more options is best during this time. I've been getting a solid workout all throughout COVID because of AMA, and I couldn't be more grateful for their persistence as well as support in my life!

Mr. Brandon the owner and lead instructor is a phenomenal teacher. The kids love and respect him…read more He knows all of them by name and is able to motivate and inspire each student based on their needs and skills. Amazing place for kids to learn combatives, exercise, and increase their confidence in a safe positive environment! My little brother has been going for years now and has learned so much because of Moya's Training Academy.

My daughter started taking lessons at the Woodbridge center about 3 months ago and loves it…read more I can already tell a difference in her positivity and self confidence. Great instructors! Mr Brandon really knows how to motivate and teach discipline while managing to keep it loose and fun. Highly recommended if you want your kid to learn self defense!

We visited Leo Dalla based on the recommendation of friends and were super impressed. Our son had…read moretried another place much closer to us where the coach yelled at him and demeaned him for not knowing what to do... during his first time in a trial class. It's taken us three years to get back in the saddle, but still my now 8-year-old was trembling with nervousness and fear that it'd be a repeat experience. Master Simone put him at ease instantly. She spoke clearly and kindly to him and at all steps in the class, made sure he was following along and was getting coaching. He ran up to me 15 minutes in and declared, "I want to keep doing this!" We don't live super close, so it will be tricky for make it work for our schedule regularly, but we'll certainly think about. If you are lucky enough to live in Woodbridge, I highly recommend your kiddos try this out! They also offer classes for teens, adults, self-defense, etc. It's a warm, welcome, family-run gym. Thank you so much, Master Simone!

This place is hands down the best Jiujitsu School in Northern Virginia. The devotion to the…read morestudents, both kids and adults, is amazing. Leo Dalla is a world class practitioner and instructor. It doesn't matter if you train for self defense, competition, or general fitness, this is the place for you.

Wonderful family atmosphere, great instruction, and friendly people! Very lucky to have found this…read moreplace, to get a great workout, learn a sport as well as self defense, and meet some truly amazing people.

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