They promote based on merit and not just give the kids a participation trophy. My oldest went there…read morefor a year or so until we moved. We moved back and now my youngest will attend. The best part the Kims STILL remember my son over FIVE years later. Excited to be back!

Our son attends USTigers before and afterschool program the summer camp and has been a student…read morethere for 5 years (since 2012). He absolutely loves it there, so much so that when we moved to Annandale for a few years my son begged us to keep him enrolled in the lessons and as a member of Master Dennis' elite sparring team. We ended up moving back and have him back in the before and after-school but he never stopped attending lessons and training. Is every day perfect? No. Are there unhappy moments? Yes! I think this is true with any program. There are going to be good and bad moments. If you ever have a problem Master Dennis is there to listen and help solve any issues. What is different about USTigers is the family feel to the place. The Kim family's children are there every day and participate with the other children in all of the same activities. The Kim family provides an excellent program at an affordable price with no contract required. We tried another martial arts place prior to sending our son to USTigers and they wanted a monthly lesson fee in addition to the before and after care price and required a contract be signed. We just didn't feel it at that place and after the trial period ended went to USTigers on the recommendation of a friend. My son has increased confidence, respect, and strength as a result of the time at USTigers. He enjoys all the extra fun activities they have such as the Halloween party and Holiday Party. WE wouldn't take him anywhere else.

My son ( now he is 12 YO.) was attending American Tukong before / after care since he started…read morekindergarten at Holing Meadow elementary. He was attending before and after care, karate class every day- good for kids this days, they were picking him up from school and drive to school every day. /they opened at 6:30 to 6:30, and it is very convenient for buzzy mom.we participated at everything: Ninja nights, spring, winter, summer camps - he still wants to go there for summer next year ;) This place is like a second family for him. I love both Mrs. Kim and Master Kim. they have four boys themselves and are very good with kids. My sun is a second degree black belt by now, he is fit and have good manners. I will recommend this place if you love your kids.

My daughter has been attending summer camp for the last four years! They do lots of fun activities…read moreto include six flags, laser tag, skating, DC day trips, air and space museum, the movies, the water park in Alexandria to name a few. The price is including in your weekly plan. The kids are taught tae kwon do and are allowed to test for belt colors. They even offer a parents night out and kids can spend the night (extra charge). Mrs. Kim and Ms. Judy are excellent to work with and I trust them with my child.

Attended as a student for 7 years, worked there for 5 years. Trust me when I say its a great placeread more

Our daughter has thrived here, and her ability to follow oral directions has improved dramatically…read moresince we started the program. She is very quiet, and in her own world. This place has seriously been a game changer for her and her confidence level. We cannot speak highly enough of the staff too. They are warm and encouraging, and they create a positive learning environment where kids feel welcome. Our daughter is sensitive and introverted. She feels very comfortable at Mt. Kim and looks forward to going regularly. She practices at home. We 11/10 recommend this place for any child! Master Wi is the best too! He encourages the kids and truly cares about them. I wish I could give more than 5 stars.

Our kids and so many others have grown through this place. I believe OneKick has made them better…read morestudents, better athletes, and better people. Our kids have learned to work steadily toward goals and the importance of showing up and trying, even when they aren't skilled at the beginning. The staff is supportive and accommodating. There are some standouts, but really everyone there is great. They keep things fun and engaging for at least upwards of 10 kids at any given time. It's never just taekwondo; there are all kinds of games and extra fun. So you can't lose. Have your kid give it a shot and if they enjoy it - cool,they can level up on athletics and personal discipline.

My daughter attended here for many years. The owners here are caring and so attentive. My daughter…read moreenjoyed her time at the after school program and at the camps during school breaks. We sadly moved away but miss them terribly and have definitely seen the great impact they had on our daughter and her black belt she earned while she was there. We are forever grateful to master jake and emily and the rest of the staff. If i could do it all over again I would, my daughter was safe and learned a skill and made some friends.

I bring my son here twice a week and he loves it. His confidence has improved since he's started…read more The staff is very friendly, it's very clean, good parking. I really like how they focus on the child they give them goals to reach (1 at school, 1 at home, 1 in class) 5 stars

Master Jasmine was very patient and helped our 3.5 year old boy to try out a class. My son is a bit…read moretoo young and not disciplined enough so he did not do too well taking directions. So we will have to try out again in couple months when he is ready.However, Master Jasmine took her time to help, guide as best as she can to direct my son. I hope in a later date, my son could take the Tiger class without issues.

Initially this seemed like a great alternative to after school care. It seems many children…read morebenefit from the tae kwon do instruction. Our experience went bad with the after school care program. Initially, there was awkwardness when I was called due to our child not being at school to catch the after school bus. I understand a phone call to make sure everything is okay, although that had already been done at the school. The awkwardness is the repeating of how it was an inconvenience for the Elite MA staff even after repeated apologies. It was as though they were waiting for even more apologies. This happened another time we retrieved our child from school. As it turns out, there was a reason our child was getting ill toward the end of the day. We found out about an issue on the bus with assigned seating with a well established student ultimately threatening to break our child's glasses. The resolution by Elite MA was a call to us blaming our child for initiating the ongoing bullying (laughable if you knew our child who goes out of her way to play with those who have no playmates), but that the bully was 'really, really sorry.' When I repeated that this girl threatened our child, I got the ultimate brush off, 'ummm'. We only used their after school services for one month. I expect more morality out of a martial arts studio. After several high pressure sales attempts tied to long contracts, we will not be going back. Response: They only reached out after reading this review, and in doing so were only asking for identifying information. This is something that I tried to resolve within the business and was handled poorly as described above. Unless they have a consistent problem with bullying that they typically blame on the victim, there would have been no reason to make contact only to elicit information. There was no attempt to resolve the issue. As stated above, the primary problem is with the perceived demand of apology from the caller, not the call itself. The contracts are fair, and very high pressure, as is the sale of the many other hidden costs involved. Not expensive independently, but are frequent.

The instructors are very knowledgeable and are great at teaching kids. The studio has a friendly…read moreand positive vibe, with fellow students supportive. Our children have improved a ton going here and always look forward to class.

Hard work Martial Arts Incredible place for kids, My…read morechildren going since last year to Hard work Martial Arts camp. They love it. They are having great time at water park and field trip. They have developed a lot of flexibility and strength. They made friends. The Coach is really knowledgeable and nice person. He doesn't hesitate to help. The staff is very good and friendly.I have recommended to other families to this place. I would say one of best place I ever had found.

Questionable business practices concerning children's enrollment and attendance.read more

I have been there for almost 11 years great service and people. I love everything there and I feels…read moreexactly like home