I have seen a positive change in both of my kids since they started taking karate here. The…read moreinstructors are great with the kids, and it is always a fun and safe learning environment. I really like the emphasis on first time listening and self control.

Kicks is what a kids activity should be: Positive, encouraging and goal oriented. The staff at this…read morelocation is very good, with lots of personal attention. It is a year long commitment after a trial period. It is worth the money. My son has been very happy in this program for several years.

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

Master Lee is a terrific instructor and has supreme patience. I love the training studio. I have…read morebeen training with Master Lee for almost 5 years, earned a black belt in taekwondo, now training Muay. Cannot recommend more.

Quality has gone downhill after Master Noah took a step back. Coach David is the only other good…read moreinstructor there. The new guy doesn't know how to teach and he doesn't have the skills our previous instructor had. We were learning something new everyday from different arts from bjj to Muai Thai. Noah and David were the only two who knew how to practice and teach them. All the students I used to train with no longer go here.

The instructors are the ones who make this school amazing. My kid has been taking classes here for…read moreyears. The school has an incredibly warm and welcoming family atmosphere, but kids will learn the skills that are going to be useful to them for the rest of their lives. The school offers a wide variety of adult classes as well for all ages including women's self defense option that is invaluable for every woman out there.

Really a lovely neighborhood place for kids to learn. Master Don, and Instructors Mobi and Latif…read morehave a terrific combination of patience and strictness. The kids have a lot of fun, but also get a good workout, and learn positive habits like respect, discipline, and determination. My son is a red belt now, and we have been here for several years and plan to stick with it. Especially the older kids' class is a really terrific diverse group of kids. It always makes me happy to see that a group like this can exist. Good for both girls and boys. Sweet family run place. A moment that warmed my heart from a recent belt advancement test was when one of the instructors noted a girl who initially wanted to quit because she couldn't do a sit-up, and it who just did 60 to pass her test. Nice to see kids grow in this way

This has been the best place for my daughter in the past year-she has absolutely loved coming to…read moreclasses here and loves all the instructional staff here who are all incredible in what they do as teachers but also as role models and mentors. We tried a few places before going here but none matched what we were looking for which is a community for our daughter but also balanced discipline with solid instructional guidance. She has now earned her way through a few graduation belts and continues to thrive. Most important she looks forward to her weekly class schedule which have now become part of her routine. She is always welcome here with first name as the master knows every student and is always encouraging. Our son will be starting here as well in a few months. here

I've been with this studio for almost four years and recently received my black belt from them…read more This place is like a community of support where you are rewarded for doing your best. I'm also jumping in to disagree with Christine H's review. Granted, the space is small, but dirty? I constantly see the instructors cleaning it. I get the feeling that Christine is expecting a million-dollar mansion and for her child to be treated like a saint. Yes, they discipline the kids...but do you expect them to run wily-nily sans discipline? Better the studio instill discipline in these children while they're young instead of letting bad behavior go unchecked. Another misconception is that more than one kids' class goes on at once---not true. The kids' classes are large and are split in smaller groups which each instructor is assigned to handle. Yes, the space is small, but we work with what we've got. Obviously it's a great studio because for every student who leaves, more sign up.

Bethesda Strongman is a strength training and fitness gym located inside the Ascend Institute of…read moreMartial Arts (which is another great spot if you'd like to try Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or Muay Thai). BS is owned and operated by local strongman and former CrossFit gym owner Steve Michael - an incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and generally strong dude. Steve's approach combines the best of old-school, no-nonsense training methods with a friendly, laid-back sense of humor. His training style is encouraging and fun without being intimidating at all, and his classes are a diverse mix of all ages/genders/body types/fitness levels with a common desire to get stronger and get in better shape. In summary, I HIGHLY recommend this as an alternative to your typical group strength training classes (like CrossFit) where you don't get a lot of individual attention, and the focus is just on cranking out a bajillion reps until oblivion and without proper form. Direct website for BS is: https://www.facebook.com/bethesdastrongman/

Steve is an awesome coach! I was doing CrossFit for half a year under his guidance. I was totally…read morenew to crossfit, and coach Steve was helping a lot with my technique, but without being too intrusive as some coaches are. Steve also always ready to help you with diet questions. Pricing is very affordable compared to other gyms I think. It's always fun to work out with these people, even if you are such a weakling as me :) I did actually a lot of progress during that half year, got some muscles, but dropped out due to work schedule...

Good people and patient coaches. I've tried Kickboxing and Boxing and both classes were fun.read more

Amazing instructors and classes to provide a well rounded, full body training for all levels of…read moreexperience. My boyfriend and I did the fitness kickboxing and it kicked my butt to say the least. It was his first time, so he got a free class. Coaches are great with correcting form, teaching kickboxing techniques, and ensuring we work up a sweat. Definitely want to attend more classes to improve in kickboxing. Everyone is also very nice and pleasant; a good group of people. Definitely recommend giving this academy a shot.

I've been traveling out of town and this is one of the best BJJ gyms I've visited so far. There's a…read morevery healthy culture and community at Groundworks. The instructors (Chris and the two Seans) teach a very modern approach to BJJ. Instead of just showing a position, practicing it a few times, and then sparring, they have us play games to really drill in the position and how it connects to the overall picture. I have found this style to be extremely beneficial as a beginner who is still trying to understand the fundamentals. One of my favorite things about the gym is the strong sense of community. On Thursdays we go out to a Mexican restaurant after class and travel to other gyms. Whether you are new to BJJ or have been practicing for a while you'll be sure to find an awesome community and phenomenal training here at Groundworks. OSS!

This is an excellent place to train. I dropped in for an open mat and met a lot of people across…read moreall belt levels. Everyone was super friendly, welcoming and more than willing to teach me some new tricks. The gym owners themselves were very warm-hearted people and offered to roll with me as well which was tremendously helpful. Facilities were super clean and plenty of mat space for a bit crew to roll. Would give this place an 11 out of 10 and recommend to anyone looking for a place to train while visiting DC or even begin their jiu jitsu journey.

Wonderful experience! I've been training here for over a year. Great instruction and very clear…read morelevels of advancement. Join with the intent to train and get fit. Hanshi Polander is the genuine article. He is a Master at what he does. As a result, you will learn and you will have improved fitness when you listen, study, follow instruction and carry out the lesson. We have a lot of fun in our classes (adult) and everyone is there to help each other. Highly recommended!

great teachers great training I am glad I made the choice to join Polander academy of martial arts…read moreit makes you feel great and brings out the best in you of your looking to get in to martial arts or want to expand your expertise I highly recommend polander academy

Potomac Pilates is my favorite addiction. I started doing Pilates last January (2014) because yoga…read morejust wasn't cutting it. I immediately fell in love with Potomac Pilates and their teachers. I would go every single day if I could! The instructors are knowledgeable, welcoming, and give you a GREAT work out at low impact. It's the first time in a long time that I actually get excited and look forward to working out!!! I would shout out my favorite teachers but I would basically be listing the entire Potomac Pilates staff! Over the past 9 months I've lost 11 pounds and the only thing I've been doing differently is Pilates, so I'm proof, it really works!!! I was concerned my new job would get in the way of my Pilates schedule but because they have early morning and late evening classes I am still able to squeeze a class in before or after work which I'm so grateful for. It's the perfect way to start or end my day, Potomac Pilates is my happy place. I love Potomac Pilates! Definitely worth the cost.

This studio is an absolute joke…read more If you actually want a legitimate Pilates workout I would highly recommend taking your time, bandwidth, and $50 (if you factor the class and transportation/parking) elsewhere. There's zero value unless you're a senior citizen and want to stretch for an hour with a instructor who just likes to hear herself talk. There's NO workout experience and the so called workout is like going to a intro class for a stretch session on a reformer with an instructor who has zero regard for you wanting to sweat or actually do work. Not to mention there's zero front desk, no reply to communication, and worst of the there isn't the slightest bit of a welcoming environment. Location is also poor and hidden. If you have a strong background in Pilates, be it: reformer, mat, even lagree, you will leave frustrated. I've taken classes in major cities that do not even have the slightest bit of entitlement that I experienced from the rude instructor 'lead trainer' here. What a shame.