Best Martial Arts and Combat Sports Classes in Arlington, VA

“Hapkido is a comprehensive, eclectic Korean self-defense art that combines throws, joint locks and submissions with punches, kicks and other strikes, and which also includes the study of weapons for more advanced students.”

“I super recommend it, you can do the 2 week trial and see if you like it, which is great so you don't have to commit yourself from the gecko to a year membership and it's not only "one" class like they do in other gyms.”

“Dropped in from out of town, and I couldn't have asked for a more friendly, enthusiastic, or talented group of people to train with, especially for my first time at the dojo.”

“Really good, doesn't matter where you are from, I'm the only Hispanic at the MMA class and they all coaches and mates treat me the same, I love MMA classes Kamal is a great coach.”

“I highly highly recommend all programs here and specifically the jiu jitsu program; especially if you're a woman, it's just such a great group of strong and supportive women out on the mats.”

“Because of his exceptional talent and humility, more than a year ago I decided to become his Instructor in the Martial Arts and Mentor, to help with his goal of expanding the Urban Kempo studios name throughout the Virginia and the DC Metro Region.”

“Their program is very motivational and teaches not just to be a better martial artist but also focuses on being a better person which is what martial arts should be about.”

“P is amazing with children--he inspires them to work hard, while instilling values like good attitude, discipline, focus, listening, leadership, and teamwork.”

“Their training has already had benefits in self-confidence, self-defense and avoiding injury from high speed falls in other sports, where she instantly rolled to her feet instead of a painful face-plant.”

“I help to lead diversity and culture initiatives for our employee resource group at work and was brainstorming some fun and interesting ways that we could celebrate Asian Pacific American heritage.”

“In the previous dojo, we were given incredible (as in, not believable) explanations for the various moves in the kata that we were performing---and would speak in hushed tones about "hidden moves" in katas---that only the "Masters in Okinawa" suppose...”

“I have learnt a lot under his tutelage within a short space of time and I am looking forward to learning more - both the techniques and the underlying theories behind them.”

“I have the most fun in this club, I have been coming for almost 2 years, and I highly recommend it for whoever wants to learn Taekwando, very welcoming and friendly team .”

“The instructors are true professionals that will encourage you to reach your potential and they are extremely passionate about helping link the body, mind and spirit.”

“And to top it all off, everyone is super friendly and welcoming, and they truly have a fantastic family environment that helps build and promote all who are there while still keeping that "old school" mentality which is so important!!”