My 3rd grader has been attending classes here for a year, and the kids program and coaches are…read moreoutstanding! The coaches genuinely care about the kids and their safety and progress. Staff are passionate about Jui Jitsu and it shows. My son has muscle-tone/ coordination issues and coming here has been a game changer for him - His confidence has soared. He works hard, gets much needed strength and focus exercise, and takes so much pride in his progress. Highly recommend trying it out!

This gym has a great community feel. Everyone is very friendly and always trying to help each other…read moreget better since we all remember what it feels like starting out as a beginner. The instructors are all excellent, very knowledgeable and patient. And FWIW, both the kick boxing and BJJ classes have a pretty wide age range, and both men and women, so all are welcome.

I want to like TMA it's close to home and my daughter really likes martial arts…read more 1) Trisha at the front desk/ ops director should not be customer facing she is very rigid and does not deal well with kids or parents for that matter 2) their instructors are hit and miss. Some are fabulous and are really good at teaching and then others are some who either can't teach to kids or are too shy and have zero input almost like it's a requirement for a student to get an advanced belt that they must teach. My son's white belt class had one instructor who barely said anything or made any corrections. Small children are hard to teach and their attention span is not long, having someone who is qualified to teach small kids would be a huge improvement They seem very profit motivated during the summer they want to push kids to their summer camps so they make the testing in the middle of the day which is difficult for parents who work and also if your kids are already signed up for a different camp they basically miss a month.

TMA is a great martial arts academy. They have instilled respect, honor, discipline and confidence…read morein my son. The school is also a great member of the community.

Great coaches, very modern approach to jiu jitsu in regard to what's being taught here. Plenty of…read moretime for open mat after class and students aren't egotistical. Great community as well.

Nice welcoming people, knowledgeable instructors, fun to learn something new. Definitely have to…read moreuse your brain and your body!

A fierce passionate school running on heart and soul.The teachers draw no salary, the knowledge…read morebeing passed on is pure, untainted and fierce! Not for slackers or those looking for an easy black belt but also not asking for anything more than the commitment and willingness to follow through. Show up, train hard, repeat and you will see, you will see. Family friendly, life friendly, intense and inspiring, a large smorgasbord of daily classes to fit your schedule, teachers with a wealth of knowledge and different training styles to find your fit, community of like minded karetakas to find 'your people.' Come for karate and see it grow into a life passion. The school has recently started participating in competitions and as a testament to the rigor, there are winners right off the bat. The social scene is strong as well with barbecues and parties. The dojo just celebrated 50 years and celebrated the life of founder Sensei André Dulce (8th degree black belt.) I have trained with Sensei Mostafa, Sensei Maria, Sensei Neil, Sensei Mitch, Sensei Jack, Sensei Kevin, Sensei Mark, Sensei Robert, Sensei Abhishek, Sensei Kristina, Senpai Andre, Senpai Kate, Senpai Ivan and I marvel at their wealth of acumen and capability and commitment to transfer it. If life allows you the opportunity to train at this dojo, seize it! Sign up for an intro trial class today and see if you don't get hooked! Washington Shotokan Karate Association. OSS!

Sensei Dulce is a tremendous man and teacher. I was one of the original black belts when the dojo…read morewas opened and am honored to have been one of his students. Some of the best times of my youth were with the people, training, and friendships at the dojo. I am so blessed to have shared time with Sensei and my fellow students. Thank you to Andre and Washington Shotokan. Excellent organization.

Great place for some good island style food but they also make one of the best tomahawk steaks I've…read morehad. Service is always top notch.

It all began in 1994 when I first encountered Master Hufana in his school near Cross Road Mall…read morewhere I went there for purchasing a uniform for a competition in Canada.This initial interaction marked the beginning of a transformative relationship that extended beyond just providing me with martial arts gear. After the tournament in British Columbia, I decided to join TKD classes under Master Hufana's guidance. Over time, I also did some training with him on Traditional Arnis, a Filipino martial art known for its focus on weapon-based fighting techniques. Traditional Arnis emphasizes not only physical combat skills but also mental discipline and strategic thinking. In 2004, my life took a different turn as I was deployed to Afghanistan as part of the US Army. It was during this challenging period that the philosophy of martial arts, instilled by Master Hufana and the training experiences, became invaluable. The principles of martial arts such as tactics, alertness, preparedness, survival skills, fitness, and the code of the Samurai served as guiding lights in navigating the complexities of a war zone.The teachings of honesty, loyalty, respectfulness, and maintaining integrity at all times resonated deeply with me as I faced adversity in Afghanistan. The discipline instilled through martial arts training helped me to stay focused, resilient, and true to my martial arts values even in the most challenging circumstances.Master Hufana's philosophy not only enriched my understanding of martial arts but also equipped me with valuable life lessons that transcended the boundaries of combat sports. The fusion of Eastern martial arts philosophy with Western military service exemplifies the universal applicability and timeless wisdom embedded in martial arts traditions. With respect, MK-Samurai 2024.

My son attends here and really enjoys it. I sit in on the kids classes so from that perspective…read morethey really focus on the kids. There is a class that comes in just after my son's Wednesday class that has more adults. Watching them during belt testing tells me that they also do a good job with Adult classes. Their schedule is heavily focused on the kids though. I'm impressed with the instructors and how they push the kids to get better but do so within limits of what is reasonable for each child. They taylor their approach to ensure every kid gets what they need and progresses even if that means holding them back from testing one month. The only criticism that I would have is that they have set up their program to progressively cost more and more. This is great business practice and it works wonderfully. I admire it but it is frustrating when every time you turn around you are likely getting gently reminded of another thing that would be great for your kid and it of course comes with additional cost. That said - you do get your monies worth here. Excellent personalized instruction even in larger classes and instructors who know your kid and care about them. I'm very happy that we found DMW and it has done a world of good for our son.

DMW Martial Arts has been a great experience for my son. The instructors are supportive and…read moreprofessional, and we've seen a big boost in his confidence and discipline. Highly recommend.

Both Casey and Jon mentored me in my 1st year of training and got me ready for my first…read morecompetition. Casey quickly became like a big brother to me with teaching his philosophy on jiu jitsu and how the challenges we face on the mats equip us to improve our lives, which is something I have great interest in. He taught me many techniques and communicated in a way to help me understand his lessons. He also tested me when I needed it with the appropriate level of challenge. From the first class I enjoyed with him leading, to the weekly private sessions I hired him for, I recognized and appreciated his solid leadership abilities and deep enthusiasm for the art. Jon is another great practioner/teacher and started helping out close to my competition. He helped me start to develop a game plan and conceptual understanding of bjj competition. His approach was slightly different than Casey in good ways and helped me see the quality of what black belts at our academy represent. Confidence, leadership, honor, work ethic and grit are a few words to describe these two and all the other professors (black belts) at the surrounding GB schools. If you want to develop your character, learn one of the best self-defense arts, and have fun with like minded folks join us on the mats! There's nothing like the community you will be apart of.

To be honest, 5 stars isn't enough. My family has been coming here for the last 4 years. Not only…read morehave we gained knowledge in self defense, de-escalation, anti bullying skills, an amazing outlet for exercise -what a workout!- my family is now a part of a community we love. That's just to name a few benefits. You can't go wrong giving this wonderful jiu jitsu gym a try. What stands them apart is not only the live training to gain real life skills, but the encouragement and leadership of the professors. The professors also donate their time to the community--they truly care.

This has been a great dojo for our kid - Sensei Eric is amazing with the kids…read more Definitely recommend.

We've been training for about a year now and have nothing but great things to say about Karate…read moreWest. Staff is amazing, scheduling is easy with multiple classes and the ability to switch between class times if needed to accommodate life's challenges. Recommend this to anyone who asks